Summary

Dr. Joel Wedd is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. With 19 years of clinical experience, he brings extensive expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of digestive system disorders and comprehensive internal medicine care.

Dr. Wedd practices at multiple VCU Medical Center locations throughout Richmond, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Emory Healthcare. He specializes in treating serious liver conditions including cirrhosis, ascites, and fulminant hepatitis. His procedural expertise includes performing paracentesis to remove excess abdominal fluid, joint fluid analysis, and comprehensive liver function testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Wedd highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joel Patrick Wedd has 3 locations

Vcu Medical Center

1250 E Marshall StRichmond, VA 23298

Vcu Health Critical Care Hospital

1213 E Clay StRichmond, VA 23298

Vcu Hume-Lee Transplant Center

1200 E Marshall St Fl 7Richmond, VA 23298
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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Med School: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Columbus State University Med School: New York University Med School: University of Cincinnati
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Patrick Wedd

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Ascension Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Innovation Health
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Patrick Wedd has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Patrick Wedd has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 2008
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Wedd affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Wedd is affiliated with Emory Healthcare.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Wedd?
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Does Dr. Joel Wedd accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joel Wedd accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Joel Wedd accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Joel Wedd's office located?
Dr. Joel Wedd's office is located at 1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA, 23298.

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