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Dr. Edward Loftus, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Rochester, MN
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Edward Loftus, MD

Dr. Edward Loftus, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Rochester, MN. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic - Rochester. Dr. Loftus, completed a residency at Temple University. Patients rated Dr. Loftus an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Loftus works at Mayo Clinic - Minnesota in Rochester, MN. They frequently treat conditions like Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Loftus' Office Locations

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    Mn - Gi
    200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (507) 923-2672

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn's Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Intestinal Ulcer
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Anemia
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Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Dysphagia
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Nausea
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Pouchitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Cholangitis
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Cyclical Vomiting
Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Enteritis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Ileus
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Indigestion
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Prolapse
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Pernicious Anemia
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vomiting Disorders
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Puncture Aspiration
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    About Dr. Edward Loftus, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1003895590
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mayo Clinic-Rochester
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Temple University
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Mayo Clinic - Rochester

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    Dr. Edward Loftus, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Loftus is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Loftus works at Mayo Clinic - Minnesota in Rochester, MN. View the full address on Dr. Loftus’s profile.

    Dr. Loftus has seen patients for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Loftus on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Loftus. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Loftus.

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