Summary

Dr. Frederick Gessner is an internal medicine physician with 41 years of experience in patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital, followed by specialized training in gastroenterology at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Gessner is board-certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Gessner practices at Riverside Gastroenterology Specialists in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains hospital affiliations with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital, and Select Specialty Hospital Hampton Roads. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps and hypertension, including hypertensive emergencies. His procedural expertise includes colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy procedures, often performed with sedation for patient comfort. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Riverside Gastroenterology Specialists Newport News

101 Philip Roth StNewport News, VA 23606
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.2 
41 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Newport News , VAFairfax , VAFairfax , VAFairfax , VA
Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Frederick Gessner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frederick Gessner has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Pancreas inflammation (Pancreatitis)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

Medical School

University of Maryland School of MedicineGraduated in 1985
University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore MdGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Frederick Gessner affiliated with?
Dr. Frederick Gessner is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital, and Select Specialty Hospital Hampton Roads.
Where is Dr. Frederick Gessner's office located?
Dr. Frederick Gessner's office is located at 101 Philip Roth St, Newport News, VA, 23606.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frederick Gessner?
You can find contact information for Dr. Frederick Gessner here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Frederick Gessner speak?
Dr. Frederick Gessner speaks English.
Does Dr. Frederick Gessner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frederick Gessner accepts on their Vitals profile.

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