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Dr. David Richard Kafonek M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. David Richard Kafonek M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

5/5(36)
10751 Falls Rd Suite 303 Lutherville Timonium MD, 21093
Rating

5/5

About

Dr. David Kafonek is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lutherville Timonium, MD. Dr. Kafonek 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. Kafonek performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1981

University of Nebraska College of Medicine 1981

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (als)
  • Indigestion
  • Gastroenteritis
  • Pain

Dr. David Richard Kafonek M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 10751 Falls Rd Suite 303

10751 Falls Rd Suite 303 -
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093
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New patients: 410-821-9330, 410-583-2630
Fax: 410-583-7186, 410-821-1539

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Patient Experience with Dr. Kafonek


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Dr. David Richard Kafonek M.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 36 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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