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Dr. Sheldon Lidofsky, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.4 (16)
Map Pin Small Providence, RI
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Sheldon Lidofsky, MD

Dr. Sheldon Lidofsky, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Providence, RI. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine and is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital. Dr. Lidofsky, completed a residency at Bronx Muni Hospital Ctr-Albert. Patients rated Dr. Lidofsky an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Lidofsky works at Rheumatology & Gastroenterology Assoc. PC in Providence, RI. They frequently treat conditions like Esophageal Motility Disorders, Upper Digestive Tract Cancer and Intestinal Diverticulosis 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. Lidofsky's Office Locations

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    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.
    33 Staniford St, Providence, RI 02905 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 421-8800

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  • The Miriam Hospital

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Intestinal Diverticulosis
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Celiac Disease
Crohn's Disease
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Duodenal Cancer
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Gastritis
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Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroptosis
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Ulcerative Colitis
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Vomiting Disorders
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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)
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Anal or Rectal Pain
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Bowel Strangulation
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Cirrhosis
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
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Duodenitis
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Diverticulum
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Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
G6PD Deficiency Anemia
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Leukocytopenia
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Pelvic Abscess
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Shortness of Breath
Stomal Ulcer
Thiamin Deficiency
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Colon Cancer Screening
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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 Function Test
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VAP Lipid Testing
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    4.4
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    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Italian
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    NPI Number
    • 1447336904
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mt Sinai-Bronx VA
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Bronx Muni Hospital Ctr-Albert
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Sheldon Lidofsky, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lidofsky is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Lidofsky works at Rheumatology & Gastroenterology Assoc. PC in Providence, RI. View the full address on Dr. Lidofsky’s profile.

    Dr. Lidofsky has seen patients for Esophageal Motility Disorders, Upper Digestive Tract Cancer and Intestinal Diverticulosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lidofsky on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Lidofsky. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lidofsky.

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