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Dr. Richard Alford, MD

General Surgery*
3.2 (11)
Map Pin Small Bryan, TX
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40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Alford, MD

Dr. Richard Alford, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bryan, TX. They specialize in General Surgery, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and is affiliated with St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, TX. Dr. Alford, completed a residency at Phoenix Integrated Surgery Res Program. Patients rated Dr. Alford an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Alford works at St. Joseph Health Trauma in Bryan, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Intestinal Obstruction along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Alford's Office Locations

  1. 1
    St. Joseph Health Trauma
    2700 E 29th St Ste 305-1, Bryan, TX 77802 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (979) 690-4825
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    2700 E 29th St Ste 105, Bryan, TX 77802 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (979) 776-5631

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  • St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, TX

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Intestinal Obstruction
Port Placements or Replacements
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Port Placements or Replacements
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage

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Intestinal Obstruction
Port Placements or Replacements
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Ileus
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Obesity
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Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Gallstones
Hyperparathyroidism
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Rib Fracture
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cholangiocarcinoma
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Diabetes
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteomyelitis
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Pediatric Obesity
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Acid Reflux Surgery
Anoscopy
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Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bunion Surgery
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Skin Grafts
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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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
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Alford works at St. Joseph Health Trauma in Bryan, TX. View the full address on Dr. Alford’s profile.

    Dr. Alford has seen patients for Intestinal Obstruction, 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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