4.5
2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Robert Richards is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine specialist with 41 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Virginia Hospital. His extensive background in both gastroenterology and internal medicine allows him to provide comprehensive digestive health care. Dr. Richards is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Richards practices at Gastroenterology Associates of Central Virginia and maintains affiliations with Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital in Lynchburg, Virginia. He specializes in treating colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.
Dr. Richards practices at Gastroenterology Associates of Central Virginia and maintains affiliations with Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital in Lynchburg, Virginia. He specializes in treating colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, upper GI endoscopies, and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Medical College Of Virginia Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 21 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 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. Robert Dirom Richards has 2 locationsGastroenterology Associates Of Central Virginia
121 Nationwide DrLynchburg, VA 24502 Tel: (434) 384-1862
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbus State University | Med School: University of South Alabama | Med School: University of Cincinnati |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Dirom Richards
Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Dirom Richards has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Dirom Richards has the following 21 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Robert Dirom Richards holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.
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 Medical College Of Virginia Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Richards' NPI number is 1821063884.
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- Dr. Robert Richards is affiliated with Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital.
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