Dr. Richard J Sears M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
190 Campus Blvd Suite 300 Winchester VA, 22601About
Dr. Richard Sears is a gastroenterologist practicing in Winchester, VA. Dr. Sears 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. Sears performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Wake Forest School of Medicine of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center 1991
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Acid Reflux
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Indigestion
- Pain
- Gas
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