Dr. Richard D Folan MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
1699 Medical Center Pt Colorado Springs CO, 80907About
Dr. Richard Folan is a gastroenterologist practicing in Colorado Springs, CO. Dr. Folan 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. Folan performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1983
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1983
Albany Medical College - Union University 1975
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Gastritis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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