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Dr. Gerald Franklin, MD
Overview of Dr. Gerald Franklin, MD
Dr. Gerald Franklin, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Danbury, CT. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 50 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from yale University and is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Franklin an average 4.1 star rating.
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Dr. Franklin's Office Locations
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Office132 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810 Directions (203) 794-1979
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Daniel Decastro Mft LLC57 North St Ste 115, Danbury, CT 06810 Directions (203) 778-9922
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Danbury Medical Group LLC100 Reserve Rd Ste A4, Danbury, CT 06810 Directions (203) 794-1979
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Admitting Hospitals
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Admitting Hospitals
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Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.
- Danbury Hospital
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Hepatitis A Screening
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Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
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VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
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Chronic Gastritis
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Duodenal Ulcer
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis
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Esophageal Motility Disorders
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Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
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Gallstones
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Gas-Bloat Syndrome
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Gastric Ulcer
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Gastritis
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
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Gastroparesis
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Gastroptosis
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Heartburn
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Hemorrhoids
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Hepatitis B
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Hernia
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Infectious Diarrheal Disease
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
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Intestinal Obstruction
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Intestinal Ulcer
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Ischemic Colitis
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Lactose Intolerance
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Malnutrition
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Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Reflux Esophagitis
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Stomal Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
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Unexplained Weight Loss
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Viral Enteritis
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Viral Hepatitis
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Viral Infection
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Vomiting Disorders
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Colon Cancer Screening
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Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
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Colorectal Cancer Screening
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Duodenal Polypectomy
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Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
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Gallbladder Scan
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Hepatitis A Screening
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Hepatitis B Virus Screening
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Hepatitis C Virus Screening
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Hepatitis Screening
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Impedance Testing
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Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
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Liver Function Test
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pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
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Ultrasound, Endoanal
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Ultrasound, Esophageal
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4.1
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Based on 14 ratings
Patient Ratings (14)
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About Dr. Gerald Franklin, MD
Specialties*
- Gastroenterology
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Years of Experience
- 50 years of experience
Years of Experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
Languages Spoken
NPI Number
- 1184658528
NPI Number
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- yale University
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?
A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Franklin accepts Aetna and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Franklin has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
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