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Dr. W Colin Gallahan, MD

Gastroenterology*
3.5 (17)
Map Pin Small North Chesterfield, VA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. W Colin Gallahan, MD

Dr. W Colin Gallahan, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in North Chesterfield, VA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine and is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital and Chippenham Hospital. Dr. Gallahan, completed a residency at Duke University Medical. Patients rated Dr. Gallahan an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Gallahan works at Richmond Gastroenterology Associates in North Chesterfield, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Abdominal Pain, Anal or Rectal Pain and Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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. Gallahan's Office Locations

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    Richmond Gastroenterology Associates
    223 Wadsworth Dr, North Chesterfield, VA 23236 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    • Aetna
    • Anthem
    • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • AvMed
    • Buckeye Community Health Plan
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • CareMore Health Plans
    • Cigna
    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
    • Health Net
    • Humana
    • MAPFRE Life Insurance Company of Puerto Rico
    • Medicaid of Virginia
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • MultiPlan
    • Optima Health
    • Premera Blue Cross
    • UnitedHealthCare
    • Virginia Health Network
    • Virginia Premier

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    Ratings & Reviews

    3.5
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    Based on 17 ratings
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    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1508040213
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Wake Forest University Baptist Me
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Duke University Medical
    Residency
    Internship
    • Duke University Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Virginia School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Johnston-Willis Hospital
    • Chippenham Hospital

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

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

    Dr. Gallahan works at Richmond Gastroenterology Associates in North Chesterfield, VA. View the full address on Dr. Gallahan’s profile.

    Dr. Gallahan has seen patients for Abdominal Pain, Anal or Rectal Pain and Constipation, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Gallahan on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    17 patients have reviewed Dr. Gallahan. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Gallahan.

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