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Dr. David Richards, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 43
Dr. David Richards, MD
3.5 (6 Ratings)

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Dr. David Richards, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX.
Dr. David Richards, MD
3.5 (6 Ratings)
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Dr. David Richards, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 43
Houston, TX
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18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Richards, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. Richards graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2006 and completed a residency at The University of Texas - Houston.Dr. David Richards, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX and has 18 years experience. Dr. Richards currently practices at MD Anderson CNCR Ctr BRN & SPN and are affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple, Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Marble Falls, Shannon Medical Center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and UT Health Athens. Dr. Richards has experience treating conditions like Constipation, Dysphagia and Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Richards received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Richards' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Richards is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Constipation
Dysphagia
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Constipation
Dysphagia
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Diarrhea
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Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroptosis
Nausea
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Reflux Esophagitis
Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Anemia
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Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bowel Strangulation
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Acute Gastritis
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Duodenal Cancer
Dysentery
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Food Allergy
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Complex Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Anoscopy
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Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Aetna
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
    National POS
    Choice POS
    Choice Care Network PPO
    Preferred PPO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • BestChoice PPO
    Blue Essentials HMO
  • Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate POS
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 338 Fl 7, Houston, TX 77030
  2. 2 Pediatric Consultants of Houston PA
    6560 Fannin St Ste 1160, Houston, TX 77030
  3. 3 UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Richards
3.5
Based on 6 Reviews
5 Stars (3)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Oct 26, 2021
Dr. Richards was very kind and courteous and he listened carefully to my concerns and medical history. He explained my condition well, and personally called me to check on my progress.
Trahan — Oct 26, 2021
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Wayne State University School of Medicine
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • The University of Texas - Houston
    2007
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • The University of Texas - Houston
    2009
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The University of Texas - Houston
    2012
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Richards, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Richards' profile.

Dr. Richards frequently treats the following conditions: Constipation, Dysphagia and Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Richards, MD is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple, Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Marble Falls, Shannon Medical Center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and UT Health Athens.

Yes, Dr. David Richards, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple

    2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX

  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Marble Falls

    810 W Highway 71, Marble Falls, TX

  • Shannon Medical Center

    120 E Harris Ave, San Angelo, TX

  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX

  • UT Health Athens

    2000 S Palestine St, Athens, TX