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Dr. Richard Brandes, MD

Gastroenterology*
3.4 (14)
Map Pin Small Salem, OR
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Brandes, MD

Dr. Richard Brandes, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Salem, OR. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Oregon Health & Science University and is affiliated with Adventist Health Portland and Salem Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Brandes an average 3.4 star rating.

Dr. Brandes works at Salem Gastro in Salem, OR. They frequently treat conditions like Anal or Rectal Pain, Enteritis and Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and 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.

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Dr. Brandes' Office Locations

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    Salem Gastro
    875 Oak St SE Ste 3010, Salem, OR 97301 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (503) 399-7520

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  • Adventist Health Portland
  • Salem Hospital

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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis

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Anal or Rectal Pain
Enteritis
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Abdominal Pain
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diarrhea
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Dysphagia
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Reflux Esophagitis
Ulcerative Colitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
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 Disorders
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alcoholic Gastritis
Alkalosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ascites
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Asthma
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Blood Disorders
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cancer
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Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Cholangitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Cough
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Cyclical Vomiting
Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Difficulty With Walking
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Eosinophilic Gastritis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Dilation
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Essential Tremor
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Food Allergy
Gait Abnormality
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastrojejunal Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hip Pointer
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Indigestion
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ischemia
Intestinal Obstruction
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Ischemic Colitis
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Megacolon
Menstrual Disorders
Mesenteric Panniculitis
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neurogenic Bladder
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Pancreatitis
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Purpura
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Pyloric Stenosis
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Rectal Ulcer
Restless Leg Syndrome
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sarcoidosis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Stomal Ulcer
Testicular Dysfunction
Tobacco Use Disorder
Ulcer
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Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Capsule Endoscopy
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Endoscopic Polypectomy
Endoscopy
ERCP With Spincterotomy
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Immunization Administration
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Liver Function Test
Percutaneous Edoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    3.4
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    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1750420766
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of New Mexico|University of New Mexico / Main Campus
    Fellowship
    Medical Education
    • Oregon Health & Science University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Brandes has seen patients for Anal or Rectal Pain, Enteritis and Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Brandes on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Brandes. The overall rating for this provider is 3.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Brandes.

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