Dr. Richard Salvatore Depalma D.O.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
5501 OLD YORK RD PHILADELPHIA PA, 19141About
Dr. Richard Depalma is a gastroenterologist practicing in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Dr. Depalma 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. Depalma performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
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