Dr. Richard Babb, MD

Palo Alto, CA

59 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Babb, Gastroenterologist in Palo Alto, CA?

Dr. Richard Babb, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He has been practicing for over 59 years and is board certified. Dr. Babb graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hosp Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Babb is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babb’s office at (650) 321-4121.

Where did Dr. Babb go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Mercy Hosp Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Babb board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

Yes, Dr. Richard Babb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Babb speak?

Dr. Babb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Babb typically treat?

As a Gastroenterologist, conditions treated by Dr. Richard Babb may include:

Please contact Dr. Babb's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Babb typically perform?

As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Babb may include:

Please contact Dr. Babb's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Babb accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Babb's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Babb's office located?

Dr. Richard Babb's Primary Practice

795 El Camino Real

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 321-4121

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What hospitals are Dr. Babb affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Babb has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA

Ranked in 6 Procedures

What is Dr. Babb's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Babb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457420861.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babb?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Babb

What is Dr. Richard Babb's specialty?

Dr. Babb is a Gastroenterologist near Palo Alto, CA.

What does a Gastroenterologist do?

An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.

Is Dr. Richard Babb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Babb is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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