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Dr. Derrick L Richardson MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(22)
6801 Rogers Ave Fort Smith AR, 72903
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4/5

About

Dr. Derrick Richardson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Fort Smith, AR. Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Univ of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar 1993

University of Arkansas College of Medicine,Little Rock, Ar, United States 1993

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine 1993

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 24 years of experience

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Acid Reflux
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Diverticulosis
  • Pain

Dr. Derrick L Richardson MD's Practice location

Practice At 6801 Rogers Ave

6801 Rogers Ave -
Fort Smith, AR 72903
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New patients: 262-860-7800, 479-274-3200, 479-274-2004
Fax: 479-274-3289, 262-860-7864
http://www.cooperclinic.com/

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Patient Experience with Dr. Richardson


4.0

Based on 22 reviews

Dr. Derrick L Richardson MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 22 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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