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Dr. Richard Foster, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 47
Dr. Richard Foster, MD
3.7 (29 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Foster, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Carmel, IN.
Dr. Richard Foster, MD
3.7 (29 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Foster, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 47
Carmel, IN
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Foster, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Carmel, IN.

About

Dr. Foster graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Foster, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Carmel, IN. Dr. Foster currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, Ascension St. Vincent Fishers, Ascension Saint Vincent Kokomo and Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis. Dr. Foster has experience treating conditions like Gastric Ulcer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Foster received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 29 times. Dr. Foster's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Foster is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gastric Ulcer
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Gastric Ulcer
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Stomach Stenosis
Vomiting Disorders
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Gastritis
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Blood Disorders
Bowel Strangulation
Cancer
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Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Gastritis
Colorectal Cancer
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Ischemia
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Spleen Cyst
Splenomegaly
Stomach Diseases
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
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

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    13450 N Meridian St Ste 354, Carmel, IN 46032
  2. 2 Ascension St. Vincent Fishers
    13861 Olio Rd, Fishers, IN 46037
  3. 3 Westside Gastroenterology Consultants
    100 Hospital Ln Ste 100, Danville, IN 46122

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Foster
3.7
Based on 29 Reviews
5 Stars (19)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (8)

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Oct 01, 2024
After I explained my problem he ordered several tests, and recommended things he thought would help me.
— Oct 01, 2024
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Gastroenterology
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  • Indiana University School of Medicine
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  • Gastroenterology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Foster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Foster's profile.

Dr. Richard Foster, MD is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Carmel, Ascension St. Vincent Fishers, Ascension Saint Vincent Kokomo and Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis.

Yes, Dr. Richard Foster, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension St. Vincent Carmel

    13500 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN

  • Ascension St. Vincent Fishers

    13861 Olio Rd, Fishers, IN

  • Ascension Saint Vincent Kokomo

    1907 W Sycamore St, Kokomo, IN

  • Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis

    2001 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN