Overview
Robert Richards is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Dr. Richards is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
121 Nationwide Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Richards has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Robert D. Richards
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert D. Richards?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert D. Richards by calling their office at 434-384-1862. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert D. Richards a top-rated expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert D. Richards is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, 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. Robert D. Richards specialize in?
While Dr. Robert D. Richards is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Robert D. Richards participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert D. Richards has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. You can view a list of Dr. Robert D. Richards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert D. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert D. Richards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 434-384-1862 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS)Dr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS).
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- DiarrheaDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Richards isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- EsophagitisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- HeartburnDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Heartburn.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lactose IntoleranceDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Lactose Intolerance.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Morning SicknessDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- ProctitisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Richards isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
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- AchalasiaDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- AscitesDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholestasisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC)Dr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC).
- CirrhosisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- GastritisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- GastroparesisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- HiccupsDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Stomach CancerDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- TenesmusDr. Richards isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.