Luis Barraza
Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology and Rheumatology at East 30th Street
Office
(212) 889-7880
232 East 30th Street Main Level New York, NY 10016
About
Luis Barraza
Dr. Luis Barraza is a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, and Obesity Medicine, committed to high-quality, patient-centered, and personalized care in digestive health. He earned his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine, completed his Internal Medicine training at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical College, and advanced his expertise through the renowned Gastroenterology fellowship at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. During his fellowship, he also achieved certification in Obesity Medicine, further expanding his ability to address the complex connection between digestive health, nutrition, and weight management.Dr. Barraza is deeply passionate about colon cancer screening and prevention, viewing it as one of the most powerful tools in saving lives. He is dedicated to educating patients on the importance of early detection, while ensuring each individual feels supported and cared for during every step of the process. With a compassionate approach, he strives to make even the most complex or sensitive procedures comfortable and accessible, tailoring care to each patient's needs.Dr. Barraza practices evidence-based medicine grounded in the latest research and guideline-driven recommendations. He recognizes that the foundation of lasting health depends on the basic building blocks of wellness nutrition, physical activity, and mental-emotional well-being and partners with patients to strengthen each of these areas. When appropriate and supported by scientific data, he thoughtfully incorporates natural and integrative therapies into care plans, ensuring a holistic approach that aligns medical excellence with the individual needs and values of his patients.His clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including reflux disease, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcer disease, swallowing disorders, chronic constipation, and liver diseases such as fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis, and obesity-related complications.In his practice, Dr. Barraza performs procedures including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, stricture dilation, BRAVO pH monitoring, esophageal variceal banding, and video capsule endoscopy. Whether preventing colon cancer through timely screenings or managing complex digestive disorders, Dr. Barraza combines medical excellence with a genuine commitment to compassionate, patient-centered careDr. Barraza finds great fulfillment in building strong, lasting relationships with his patients and is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to connect with a diverse community. He takes pride in delivering compassionate, comprehensive, and individualized care that reflects his commitment to excellence. Recognized by his peers for his dedication and skill, Dr. Barraza has been honored as a Rising Stars Honoree for three consecutive years, including 2025. Dr. Barraza completed his first NYC Marathon in 2023.
Primary Specialty
Gastroenterologist
Practice
Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology and Rheumatology at East 30th Street
Gender
Male
Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
Not Accepting New Patients
Insurances Accepted
Aetna, Affinity by Molina Healthcare, AmidaCare, CenterLight, Centers Plan for Healthy Living, Cigna, Elderplan, EmblemHealth (GHI), EmblemHealth (HIP), Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ), Empire Healthplus, Fidelis, Hamaspik, Healthfirst, Humana, Humana Military (Tricare), Longevity Health Plan, MagnaCare, Medicaid, Medicare, Northwell Direct, NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP), Oxford, Partners Health Plan, Railroad Medicare, Senior Whole Health, United Healthcare, US Family Health Plan, VillageCareMax, VNS Health, Wellcare, WTC (World Trade Center Program)
Degrees
Medical Doctor
Admitting Hospitals
Lenox Hill Hospital
Office Name
Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology and Rheumatology at East 30th Street
Languages
Spanish
Services
Luis Barraza provides gastroenterology services in New York, NY. A Gastroenterologist is a physician of internal medicine who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of the digestive system. A gastroenterologist is concerned with the normal function of the digestive system; making sure that it is working properly to dispose of bodily waste.
Please call Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology and Rheumatology at East 30th Street at (212) 889-7880 to schedule an appointment in New York, NY or to get more information. Additional Services Surgeon, Internist
Please call Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology and Rheumatology at East 30th Street at (212) 889-7880 to schedule an appointment in New York, NY or to get more information. Additional Services Surgeon, Internist
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