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Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD
Gastroenterology* Age 73
Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD
Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Bethesda, MD.
Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD

Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 73
Bethesda, MD
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Bethesda, MD.
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About Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD

Dr. Gelfand graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Bethesda, MD and has 47 years experience. Dr. Gelfand's office accepts new patients. Dr. Gelfand is board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

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Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Prolapse
Anemia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Blood Disorders
Cancer
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Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Cirrhosis
Colitis
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Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Helicobacter Pylori Gastrointestinal Tract Infection
Hemochromatosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ischemia
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Malnutrition
Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)
Nausea
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pyloric Stenosis
Reflux Esophagitis
Stomach Diseases
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Viral Hepatitis
Vomiting Disorders
Anoscopy
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Capsule Endoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopic Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Accepted Insurance Plans

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Where Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Office
    10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 404, Bethesda, MD 20817
  2. 2 Thrive Behavioral Health LLC
    12510 Prosperity Dr Ste 200, Silver Spring, MD 20904

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Meet Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD

Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology
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FAQs About Dr. Gelfand's Practice

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Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD is affiliated with Suburban Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    1979
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • GeorgeTown University
    1980
Internship
Fellowship Hospital
  • Geo Washington University
    1984
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Richard Gelfand, MD Practices

  • Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD

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