
Dr. Osvaldo Fajardo M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
5236 W University Dr Suite 3300 McKinney Texas, 75071About
Dr. Osvaldo Fajardo is a gastroenterologist practicing in McKinney, Texas. Dr. Fajardo specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Fajardo performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
University of Puerto Rico
Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr 1987
Board Certification
Board Certified Gastroenterologist
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
- Teaching and some radio appearances -
Fellowships
- Parkland Health & Hospital System
- UT Southwestern Medical Center-GASTRO
- Gastroenterology at University of Texas Southwestern
Internships
- University of Puerto Rico
Professional Society Memberships
- Alpha Omega Alpha, American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, County Medical Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- dedication to his patients.
Hobbies / Sports
- Crossfit and travel
Favorite professional publications
- American Journal of Gastroenterology and the New England Journal of Medicine
Dr. Osvaldo Fajardo M.D.'s Practice location
McKinney, Texas 75071Get Direction
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4510 Medical Center Dr Dr Ste 318 -Mckinney, TX 75069Get Direction
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5252 WEST UNIVERSITY DRIVE MC KINNEY TX 75071