Welcome to Gastroenterology Specialists of Frederick, P.A. Our providers, Dr. Michael Rifkin, and Dr. Leonard Kane, and staff are dedicated to providing the highest quality medical care in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere, while preserving the dignity of our patients, treating each with courtesy, respect, and compassion.
We are a group practice specializing in treatment of the digestive system which includes the esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, bile ducts, gallbladder, liver and pancreas. We generally treat patients 18 years of age and older.
Common problems frequently seen in consultation by our board-certified physicians include abdominal pain, abnormal liver tests, colorectal cancer screening, constipation, diarrhea, diverticulitis and diverticulosis, gallbladder disease, gi tract bleeding, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), heartburn, peptic ulcer disease, and EGD pre-op prior to gastric bypass surgery. Areas of expertise include celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease including Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, and pancreatic and biliary disorders. We also offer the latest in gi technology, the Pill-Cam SB 2 small bowel capsule endoscopy used to locate and aid in the detection of abnormalities of the small bowel.
To schedule an appointment, please contact us at 301.663.9440. New Patient Registration Forms can be filled out online in our secure Patient Portal by creating a new account.
| We are excited to now offer Direct Colonoscopy as an option for obtaining your screening colonoscopy! Direct Colonoscopy allows a healthy patient, meeting age and weight criteria, with no significant gastrointestinal symptoms, to obtain a colonoscopy without the inconvenience of an initial office visit. This program is popular with today's busy lifestyles and encourages patients who have been undecided about having a colonoscopy to schedule this important preventative procedure. Click here to learn more about Direct Colonoscopy or call our office at 301.663.9440. |
Most of our procedures are performed in our patient- friendly endoscopy center, Court Endoscopy Center of Frederick, Inc. Court Endoscopy Center is a JCAHO-accredited ambulatory surgery center, conveniently located in the same building as our office, and is staffed by a team of experienced gi nurses and technicians.
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in your health care. We sincerely appreciate your choice of our physicians and staff.