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Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 80
Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD
5.0 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD
5.0 (5 Ratings)
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Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 80
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
54 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Lefton graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1970 and completed a residency at Cleveland Clin Hospital.Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA and has 54 years experience. Dr. Lefton currently practices at Gastrointestinal Specialists and are affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital. At present, Dr. Lefton received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Lefton's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lefton also speaks Spanish. Dr. Lefton is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Gastrointestinal Specialists
    3998 Red Lion Rd Ste 240, Philadelphia, PA 19114

Experience and Background Check

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Duodenal Polypectomy
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Anal or Rectal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Celiac Disease
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Achalasia
Crohn's Disease
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ulcer
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Rectal Ulcer
Reflux Esophagitis
Spleen Cyst
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Anoscopy
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Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
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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Proctosigmoidoscopy
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Apr 19, 2022
I have been seeing Dr. Lefton for over 24 years. I am so grateful he is part of my healthcare team. He is so caring and relaxed that I know whatever is bothering me at my visit, he is going to help me fix it.
Kathleen Monaco — Apr 19, 2022
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD is a gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 53 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1970. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
    1970
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Cleveland Clin Hospital
    1971
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Cleveland Clin Hospital
    1972
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Cleveland Clin Hospital
    1974
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lefton's profile.

Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Harvey Lefton, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Lefton has over 54 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

    10800 Knights Rd, Philadelphia, PA

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