Dr. Richard A. Fazio, MD, FACG, FACP, NYSGEF
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
78 Todt Hill Rd Suite 203 Staten Island NY, 10314About
Dr. Richard Fazio is a gastroenterologist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Fazio 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. Fazio performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ Di Bologna, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Bologna, Italy 1978
Universit‡ degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Birth Defects
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Hernia
- H. Pylori
- Stomach Flu
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