4.9
400 Ratings with 390 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Rudolph Bedford specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and diseases. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University and completed his residency at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Bedford pursued specialized fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center, enhancing his expertise in advanced gastroenterological procedures. With nearly four decades of experience in the field, he provides comprehensive care for patients with complex digestive health needs. Dr. Bedford is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Bedford practices at Digestive Health Associates in Santa Monica, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Saint Johns Health Center. He treats patients with abdominal pain, acid reflux, and bile duct diseases. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies for cancer screening …and diagnostic purposes, as well as specialized procedures like anorectal motility studies and ERCP (a technique used to diagnose and treat bile duct and pancreatic conditions). Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Bedford practices at Digestive Health Associates in Santa Monica, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Providence Saint Johns Health Center. He treats patients with abdominal pain, acid reflux, and bile duct diseases. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies for cancer screening …and diagnostic purposes, as well as specialized procedures like anorectal motility studies and ERCP (a technique used to diagnose and treat bile duct and pancreatic conditions). Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center
- 390 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 39 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rudolph Albert Bedford
Medical Specialties
Rudolph Albert Bedford has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Rudolph Albert Bedford has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Rudolph Albert Bedford holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center in 1994, St Lukes Hospital WI in 1993, Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1992, Cleveland Clinic in 1992, and Clevland Clinic Foundation in 1992.
Residency
Completed their residency at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 1990, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center in 1990, and New York-Presbyterian University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell in 1990.
Internship
Completed their internship at New York Hospital Cornell Joseph H in 1990, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center in 1988, and New York-Presbyterian University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell in 1988.
Medical School
Graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1987 and Case Western Reserve University OB GYN in 1987.
NPI Number
Rudolph Albert Bedford's NPI number is 1902885684.
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- Rudolph Bedford speaks Spanish and English.
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- Rudolph Bedford is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center.
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