Dr. Richard A. Erickson M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
328 W Main Lewisville TX, 75057About
Dr. Richard Erickson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Lewisville, TX. Dr. Erickson 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. Erickson performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Dr. Richard A. Erickson M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Richard A. Erickson M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Erickson
Recommended Articles
- E. Coli Infection Symptoms: Cramps, Fatigue, Nausea, and More
What is E. Coli?E. coli is a bacterium that normally dwells in the intestines of both animals and humans. However, there are certain types of E. coli, specially E. coli 0157:H7, that are known to cause intestinal infection, which would lead to cramps, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea. E. coli is also...
- Why is Irritable Bowel Syndrome More Prevalent in Women?
Medical research shows that more women than men suffer from IBS. In addition these studies demonstrate that certain gynecologic disorders accompany IBS in women. These are disorders such as dysmenorrhea. This has given birth to the question whether there exists a difference in IBS symptom severity...
- Celiac Disease: A Promising Horizon for the Future
Having to live with a condition that has no cure often leads to patients feeling hopeless and depressed about their current situation. Hence, it often worsens the onset of the disease and impact on their health due to a negative mind set. One of these diseases is celiac disease, a disorder that has...
- Flatulence (Gas): Causes and How to Relieve Flatulence Fast
What is flatulence?Flatulence is commonly called as "passing gas", "passing wind", or "farting". Flatulence is the medical term for releasing gas through the anus. Flatulence or intestinal gas is the state of having excessive gas in the stomach or waste gas, which is produced during digestion and is...
- Reasons Why You Need a Biopsy
OverviewA biopsy is a procedure that involves the removal of a sample tissue in the body to examine it closely under a microscope. The tissue is mainly examined to diagnose a certain disease. Some may use a needle or surgical methods to remove any lumps or suspicious nodules in the body. Some...
- How Walnuts Can Improve Gut Bacteria
Long heralded as a superfood with health benefits, walnuts may get a new superlative as a food magician, helping to transform the gut microbiota to healthy. That’s the finding from a new study out of the Louisiana State University (LSU), New Orleans School of Medicine. The ResearchThe team from...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Syed S. Hasan M.D., M.P.H4221 Medical Pkwy Ste 150 Carrollton TX 75010
- Dr. Rassa Shahidzadeh M.D.4708 Alliance Blvd Plano TX 75093
- Dr. Cherian Abraham M.D.7835 BOULEVARD 26 NORTH RICHLAND HILLS TX 76180
- Dr. Alexi Michael Mantas M.D.3500 Preston Road Plano TX 75093
- Dr. Arshad Husain Malik M.D.3242 PRESTON RD STE 200 PLANO TX 75093
- Dr. Anas Kutait M.D.5201 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas TX 75235