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Dr. Richard Heard, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Dr. Richard Heard, MD
3.7 (6 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Heard, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Columbus, MS.
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Dr. Richard Heard, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 42
Columbus, MS
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Heard, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Columbus, MS.

About

Dr. Richard Heard, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Columbus, MS. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI / MEDICAL CENTER. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle and OCH Regional Medical Center. Dr. Heard has experience treating conditions like Nausea and Abdominal Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Heard received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Heard is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nausea
Abdominal Pain
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Nausea
Abdominal Pain
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Nausea
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Abdominal Pain
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Chronic Gastritis
Dysphagia
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Liver Biopsy
Manometry
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Celiac Disease
Congenital Achalasia
Copper Metabolism Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophageal Varices
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Peptic Ulcer
Pyloric Stenosis
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Viral Hepatitis
Colon Cancer Screening
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
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Blue Card PPO
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    Open Access Plus
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    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
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    Medica Choice
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Locations

  1. 1 Gastroenterology Associates of Columbus PA
    600 Leigh Dr, Columbus, MS 39705
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (662) 327-7525
  2. 2 Office
    2 PROFESSIONAL PLZ, Starkville, MS 39759
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (662) 324-1288
  3. 3 Baptist Memorial Hospital-golden Triangle
    2520 5th St N, Columbus, MS 39705
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (662) 244-1000

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heard
3.7
Based on 6 Reviews
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1 Star (2)

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Nov 10, 2020
I give Dr. Heard a 5. Very good in every way.
Robert Temkovits — Nov 10, 2020
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Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

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  • UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI / MEDICAL CENTER
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Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Heard, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Heard's profile.

Dr. Heard frequently treats the following conditions: Nausea and Abdominal Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Heard, MD is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle and OCH Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Richard Heard, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital - Golden Triangle

    2520 5th St N, Columbus, MS

  • OCH Regional Medical Center

    400 Hospital Rd, Starkville, MS