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Dr. Richard Clift, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 64
Dr. Richard Clift, MD
3.8 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Clift, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Albany, NY.
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Dr. Richard Clift, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 64
Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Clift, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Albany, NY.

About

Dr. Richard Clift, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Albany, NY and has 38 years experience. They graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE. They currently practice at Stoneridge Endoscopy Center and are affiliated with Saint Peter's Hospital. Dr. Clift has experience treating conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Dysphagia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Clift received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Clift is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ulcerative Colitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Ulcerative Colitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Dysphagia
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Dysphagia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Potassium Deficiency
Reflux Esophagitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vitamin B12 Anemia
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
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Hepatitis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Bowel Strangulation
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Cyclical Vomiting
Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
E. coli Food Poisoning
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomal Ulcer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy
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 Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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Locations

  1. 1 Albany Gastroenterology Consultants PC
    1375 Washington Ave Ste 101, Albany, NY 12206
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 482-8377
  2. 2 Jay L. Rugoff Dc Pllc
    1375 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12206
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    07:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00

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Based on 18 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Mar 22, 2024
I felt he was very caring and personable. His knowledge was very apparent and I felt very at ease with him. I always look for a doctor who connects to me as a person first and then a patient…this was Dr. Clift. I will highly recommend him going forward!
Julie — Mar 22, 2024
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Education

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  • ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE
    1986
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  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Clift, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Clift's profile.

Dr. Clift frequently treats the following conditions: Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Dysphagia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Clift, MD is affiliated with Saint Peter's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Clift, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd, Albany, NY