Dr. Richard Sandford Zubarik MD
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
smith 212-FLetcher Allen Health Care White River Junction VT, 05001About
Dr. Richard Zubarik is a gastroenterologist practicing in White River Junction, VT. Dr. Zubarik 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. Zubarik performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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- Dr. Timothy B Gardner MD1 Medical Center Dr Lebanon NH 03756
- Dr. Heiko Pohl MDVeterans Affairs Medical Ctr White River Junction VT 05009
- Dr. Lynn F Butterly M.D.1 Medical Center Dr Lebanon NH 03756
- Dr. Brian E. Lacy PH.D; M.D1 Medical Center Dr Lebanon NH 03756
- Dr. Peter B. Anderson M.D.1 Medical Center Dr Lebanon NH 03756
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