Overview
Richard Truesdale is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lady Lake, Florida.
Dr. Truesdale is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Truesdale is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1400 N US Highway 441 Ste 531, Lady Lake, FL 32159
Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute - Downtown Orlando
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Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute - Downtown Orlando
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard A. Truesdale
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Is Dr. Richard A. Truesdale a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard A. Truesdale is classified as an Advanced expert for Crohn's Disease, 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. Richard A. Truesdale specialize in?
While Dr. Richard A. Truesdale is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Richard A. Truesdale accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard A. Truesdale accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and Managed Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 352-751-4885 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Truesdale isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
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- AchalasiaDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CirrhosisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- GallstonesDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- HeartburnDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis BDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis B.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Morning SicknessDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- ProctitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Truesdale isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.

