Summary

Dr. Robert Richards is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with 44 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and has built extensive expertise in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Richards communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Richards practices at multiple locations in Alexandria, Louisiana, including Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital, and Alexandria Emergency Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as upper gastrointestinal bleeding and abdominal pain. His procedural expertise includes upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and endoscopic ultrasound procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • New York Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Joseph Richards has 3 locations

Dr. Robert Joseph Richards

211 4TH ST STE 3FALEXANDRIA, LA 71301

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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44 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Alexandria , LALittleton , COMontgomery , ALTallahassee , FL
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Chamberlain University Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Chamberlain University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Joseph Richards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Joseph Richards has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1982

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What languages does Dr. Robert Richards speak?
Dr. Robert Richards speaks English.
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Dr. Robert Richards's office is located at 211 4th St, Alexandria, LA, 71301.
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