Dr. Richard K. Wood
Overview
I’m a general gastroenterologist and treat a wide range of GI problems, but my area of specialty is in esophageal disorders. I see patients who may have swallowing disorders, hard-to-control acid reflux disease, or disorders or problems with the muscles of their esophagus. I also see patients with Barrett's esophagus, which is a gastroesophageal reflux disease where the lining of the esophagus may change over long periods of time. We need to treat it to prevent patients from getting esophageal cancer. It is important to establish a level of trust and have compassion for patients, making sure they feel that I’m completely invested in what’s important for them, doing everything to get to the right answers of what’s causing their symptoms, and coming up with a plan that works best to treat their problem.
Dr. Wood is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- POS
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
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. Richard K. Wood
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard K. Wood?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard K. Wood by calling their office at 919-684-9522. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard K. Wood a top-rated expert for Benign Esophageal Stricture?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard K. Wood is classified as an Distinguished expert for Benign Esophageal Stricture, 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 K. Wood specialize in?
While Dr. Richard K. Wood is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Richard K. Wood participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard K. Wood has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Benign Esophageal Stricture. You can view a list of Dr. Richard K. Wood's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard K. Wood accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard K. Wood accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-9522 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Wood isDistinguished. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Advanced
- AchalasiaDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- EndoscopyDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EsophagitisDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Wood isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Experienced
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Wood isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.