Dr. Richard Augustus Messian M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
2415 High School Ave Suite 100 Concord CA, 94520About
Dr. Richard Messian is a gastroenterologist practicing in Concord, CA. Dr. Messian 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. Messian performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1969
Tufts University School of Medicine 1969
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Hepatitis
- Hiatal Hernia
- Acid Reflux
- Hepatitis B
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Hepatitis C
- Hernia
- Vascular Disease
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