Dr. Richard L. Curtis, MD, Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Richard L. Curtis, MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

5/5(22)
2000 Washington St Suite 368 Newton Lower Falls MA, 02462
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5/5

About

Dr. Richard Curtis is a gastroenterologist practicing in Newton Lower Falls, MA. Dr. Curtis specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Curtis performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Cornell University MD 1975

Boston Univeristy MD 1971

Board Certification

Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

Male English, Hebrew

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Chief of Gastroenterology Newton-Wellesley Hospital 32 - Present
  • Attending Physician Newton Wellesley Hospital 40 - Present
  • Attending Physician New England Baptist Hospital 15 - 40

Treatments

  • Diabetes
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Acid Reflux
  • Colon Cancer
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Pain

Professional Memberships

  • ACG  
  • AGA  
  • ASCG  

Dr. Richard L. Curtis, MD's Practice location

Practice At 2000 Washington St Suite 368

2000 Washington St Suite 368 -
Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462
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New patients: 617-969-1227
Fax: 617-969-2676

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Patient Experience with Dr. Curtis


5.0

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Dr. Richard L. Curtis, MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 22 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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