Overview
Dr. Lyrad Riley grew up in a small town in Northern California. He attended Brigham Young University followed by St. Louis University Medical School. His residency was back in California at Travis Air Force Base, followed by a fellowship in surgical obstetrics in Austin, Texas. Dr. Riley served as a Family Physician and Flight Surgeon in the Air Force for 20 years before joining St. Mary's Family Medicine Residency. He has extensive international experience, with more than seven years spent all over the world including: Great Britain, Germany, Slovenia, Haiti, Belize, Peru, Guam and seven countries in Africa. Prior to moving to Grand Junction, he spent the last six years he was a faculty physician in Florida, garnering several teacher of the year awards. His main areas of interest include travel medicine and maternity care.
His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2698 Patterson Road, St. Mary's Family Residency Practice, Entrance 42, Grand Junction, CO 81506
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lyrad K. Riley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lyrad K. Riley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lyrad K. Riley by calling their office at 970-298-2800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lyrad K. Riley a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lyrad K. Riley is classified as an Experienced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lyrad K. Riley specialize in?
While Dr. Lyrad K. Riley is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Ogilvie Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Lyrad K. Riley participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lyrad K. Riley has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Lyrad K. Riley's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lyrad K. Riley accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyrad K. Riley accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 970-298-2800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Riley isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
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