Dr. Enrique Valdivia, MD

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Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. Enrique Valdivia, who serves patients in Glendale, Arizona.

A knowledgeable gastroenterologist in practice since 2003, Dr. Valdivia is affiliated with Arizona Gastrointestinal Associates, seeing patients at Arrowhead Gastroenterology Associates in Glendale, Arizona.

Arizona Gastrointestinal Associates combines state-of-the-art technology with gentle care to provide patients with the best digestive health and endoscopy services possible. As the leading gastroenterologists in Arizona, they are dedicated to providing services in a patient-centered model where success is defined through patient satisfaction and outcomes of evidence-based medicine. They provide thorough communication and education to their patients, and they strive to make it as easy and convenient as possible for them.

Originally from Peru, Dr. Valdivia earned his medical degree from the Peruvian University Cayetano Heredia School of Medicine. After relocating to the United States, he completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology at Henry Ford Hospital in 2003. During fellowship he received training in therapeutic biliary endoscopy (ERCP) and liver diseases.

Subsequent to his education, the doctor attained board certification in gastroenterology and internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Professionally, he is an active member of the American College of Physicians, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Gastroenterology Association. He has participated in research projects, published several journal articles and presented at local and national meetings.

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.

In his free time, Dr. Valdivia enjoys playing tennis. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

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