Dr. Richard L Smith M.D.?
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Dr. Richard L Smith M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Richard L Smith M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

191 Biltmore Ave Asheville NC, 28801

About

Dr. Richard Smith is a gastroenterologist practicing in Asheville, NC. Dr. Smith specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Smith performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1972

Tulane University School of Medicine 1972

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 45 years of experience

Treatments

  • Colon Polyps
  • Pain

Dr. Richard L Smith M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 191 Biltmore Ave

191 Biltmore Ave -
Asheville, NC 28801
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New patients: 828-254-0881
Fax: 828-350-3628, 828-350-3026

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MEMORIAL MISSION HOSPITAL AND ASHEVILLE SURGERY CEl

509 BILTMORE AVE ASHEVILLE NC 28801

Head south on Biltmore Avenue 3080 ft
Turn right onto Hospital Drive 446 ft
Make a sharp left onto Victoria Road 529 ft
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PARK RIDGE HEALTHl

100 HOSPITAL DRIVE HENDERSONVILLE NC 28792

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MARGARET R PARDEE MEMORIAL HOSPITALl

800 N JUSTICE ST HENDERSONVILLE NC 28791

Head south on Biltmore Avenue 1.4 mi
Continue straight onto Hendersonville Road (NC 81) 1566 ft
Continue straight onto Hendersonville Road (US 25) 11.8 mi
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