Summary

Dr. Richard Plotzker specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, focusing on digestive health and comprehensive adult care. He earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Drexel University College of Medicine. This educational foundation provides him with extensive training in both the prevention and treatment of digestive disorders as well as general internal medicine.

Dr. Plotzker practices at Mercy Philadelphia Hospital and maintains affiliations with Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Cedar Avenue in Philadelphia, PA. His dual expertise allows him to address a wide range of health concerns, from routine preventive care to complex gastrointestinal conditions. Patients benefit from his comprehensive approach to digestive health and his ability to coordinate care across multiple medical disciplines.

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Quick Facts

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Mercy Philadelphia Hospital

501 S 54th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks English
Philadelphia , PADarby , PADarby , PALanghorne , PA
Med School: SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Ponce School of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Hahnemann University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Ivan Plotzker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Ivan Plotzker has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Drexel University College Of Medicine

Medical School

SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

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Dr. Richard Plotzker's office is located at 501 S 54th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19143.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Plotzker affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Plotzker is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Pennsylvania Cedar Avenue.
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