Summary

Dr. Richard Alford treats acute pancreatitis, acute cholecystitis, and gallstone pancreatitis, and performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, cholecystectomy, and intraoperative cholangiogram. He practices surgery, vascular surgery, and trauma surgery and has 42 years of experience. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Alford earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed his residency with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. He sees patients in Bryan and College Station, Texas, and is affiliated with Chi Saint Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Hospital, Chi Saint Joseph Health College Station Hospital, The Physicians Centre Hospital, and Caprock Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Alford 3.5 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Dee Alford has 5 locations

Chi Saint Joseph Health General And Bariatric Surgery

2700 E 29th St Ste 105Bryan, TX 77802
Mon8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:15 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St. Joseph Health Trauma

2700 E 29th St Suite 305-1Bryan, TX 77802

Chi Saint Joseph Health College Station Hospital

1604 Rock Prairie RdCollege Station, TX 77845

The Physicians Centre Hospital

3131 University Dr EBryan, TX 77802

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42 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Tamil, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Bryan , TXCypress , TXCypress , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston Med School: UT McGovern Medical School Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Dee Alford

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Dee Alford has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Dee Alford has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Kidney Dialysis (Renal Dialysis)
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Dee Alford holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Alford's NPI number is 1205946340.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Richard Alford's office located?
Dr. Richard Alford's office is located at 2700 E 29th St Ste 105, Bryan, TX, 77802.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Alford affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Alford is affiliated with Chi Saint Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Hospital, Chi Saint Joseph Health College Station Hospital, The Physicians Centre Hospital, and Caprock Hospital.

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