4.5
15 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Gelfand is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. With 47 years of clinical experience, he has built extensive expertise in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Gelfand speaks French and Spanish, enabling him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Gelfand practices at Suburban Hospital and maintains offices in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Washington, DC through Capital Digestive Care. He also provides services at the Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.
Dr. Gelfand practices at Suburban Hospital and maintains offices in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Washington, DC through Capital Digestive Care. He also provides services at the Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 47 years of experience
- 8 insurance plans accepted
- speaks French, Spanish
- Georgetown University School Of Medicine
- 6 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard Lowell Gelfand has 4 locationsCapital Digestive Care Bethesda
10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 404Bethesda, MD 20817 Tel: (240) 737-0085
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Chevy Chase Endoscopy Center
5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 500Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Tel: (301) 637-8678
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Capital Digestive Care Chevy Chase
5550 Friendship Blvd Ste T90Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Tel: (301) 654-2521
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 47 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks French, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Farsi |
| Bethesda , MD | McLean , VA | McLean , VA | McLean , VA |
| Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lowell Gelfand
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Lowell Gelfand has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Lowell Gelfand has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1979.
NPI Number
Dr. Gelfand's NPI number is 1902875768.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Richard Gelfand speak?
- Dr. Richard Gelfand speaks French and Spanish.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Gelfand affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Gelfand is affiliated with Suburban Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Richard Gelfand's office located?
- Dr. Richard Gelfand's office is located at 10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 404, Bethesda, MD, 20817.
- Does Dr. Richard Gelfand accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Gelfand accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Richard Gelfand accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Gelfand has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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