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Dr. Richard Alford, MD

Bariatric Surgery
3.2 (11)
Map Pin Small Bryan, TX
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Richard Alford, MD

Dr. Richard Alford, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Bryan, TX. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston and is affiliated with St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, TX.

Dr. Alford works at CHI St Joseph Health General Surgery - GBSA in Bryan, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Gallstones and Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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. Alford's Office Locations

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    CHI St Joseph Health General Surgery - GBSA
    2700 E 29th St Ste 105, Bryan, TX 77802 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions

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    • Aetna
    • Ambetter
    • Anthem
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
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    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    • First Health
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    3.2
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    May 18, 2018
    Excellent doctor and surgeon who listens to concerns. He removed a malignant mass and put in a mediport. Follow up care was wonderful and office and nursing staff are excelllent too!!!
    — May 18, 2018
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    About Dr. Richard Alford, MD

    Specialties
    • Bariatric Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 39 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1205946340
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • American College Of Surgeons
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Phoenix Integrated Surgery Res Program
    Residency
    Internship
    • Phoenix Integrated Surg Res Prgm|Phoenix Integrated Surgery Res Program
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, TX

    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Dr. Alford has an average wait time of 31 – 45 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Alford has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Alford works at CHI St Joseph Health General Surgery - GBSA in Bryan, TX. View the full address on Dr. Alford’s profile.

    Dr. Alford has seen patients for Gallstones and Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Alford on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Alford. The overall rating for this provider is 3.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Alford.

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