Summary

Dr. Frederick Gessner is an internal medicine physician with specialized training in gastroenterology who has been practicing for over four decades. 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 gastroenterology fellowship training at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Gessner is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks 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. His clinical expertise focuses on digestive health conditions including colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as colonoscopy and both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to help diagnose and treat digestive disorders. Patients rate Dr. Gessner 4.2 out of 5 stars on average.
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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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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41 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi
Newport News , VAFairfax , VAFairfax , VAChantilly , VA
Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Frederick Gessner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

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

Frederick Gessner holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1985 and University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md in 1985.

NPI Number

Frederick Gessner's NPI number is 1255335519.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Frederick Gessner affiliated with?
Frederick Gessner is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital, and Select Specialty Hospital Hampton Roads.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Gessner?
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Does Frederick Gessner accept my insurance?
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Is Frederick Gessner accepting new patients?
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Where is Frederick Gessner's office located?
Frederick Gessner's office is located at 101 Philip Roth St, Newport News, VA, 23606.

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