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Dr. Richard Folan, MD

Dr. Richard Folan, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Folan, MD is a gastroenterologist in Colorado Springs, CO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

1699 Medical Center Pt Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Make an Appointment

(719) 632-7101

Dr. Folan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Folan specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

care philosophy

Empathetic care for all GI disorders. In addition, national guidelines for appropriate colonoscopy screening and follow-up are adhered to. This optimizes cancer prevention while minimizing the chance of screening sooner than necessary.

biography

Dr. Folan, his wife Kay, and two children moved to Colorado Springs in 1993. He is proud to share that his oldest son has graduated from medical school in 2017 and will be a family practice physician after completing his residency. His daughter...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983

  • St. Anselm College

    Undergraduate School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Folan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Pikes Peak Endoscopy & Surgery Center LLC1699 Medical Center Pt Colorado Springs, CO 80907
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Briargate Endoscopy Center LLC4110 Briargate Pkwy Ste 100 Colorado Springs, CO 80920
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central

      1400 E Boulder St
      Colorado Springs, CO 80909

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality