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Dr. Richard Alford, MD

Dr. Richard Alford, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Alford, MD is a general surgeon in Bryan, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1984. He is affiliated with St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital-Bryan, TX. He is not accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

2700 E 29th St Ste 105 Bryan, TX 77802

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Dr. Alford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alford

2.8

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Oct 31, 2024
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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Jul 02, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jose – Sep 19, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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james – Sep 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 18, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Richard Alford is board certified in general surgery with continuing advanced training in laparoscopic bariatric surgery. He completed medical school at University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. He is an experienced bariatric surgeon...read more

biography

Dr. Richard Alford is board certified in general surgery with continuing advanced training in laparoscopic bariatric surgery. He completed medical school at University of
  • General Surgery

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  • American College Of Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • Phoenix Integrated Surgery Res Program

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Phoenix Integrated Surg Res Prgm|phoenix Integrated Surgery Res Program

    Internship Hospital, 1985
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1984
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Locations

Practice

Gvsa Medical Professionals PLLC2700 E 29th St Ste 105 Bryan, TX 77802
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Practice

Office2800 S Texas Ave Ste 202 Bryan, TX 77802
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital-Bryan, TX

    2801 Franciscan Dr
    Bryan, TX 77802
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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