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Jeff LaFond, M.D.
Gastrointestinal Specialists, Inc.
Gastroenterology: Gastroenterology
Richmond, VA
5.0
483 Ratings
218 Comments
Dr. Jeff LeFond is a gastroenterologist at Gastrointestinal Specialists, Inc. He specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, chronic liver disease, GERD, dysphagia, the evolving role of GI physicians in obesity management, colon cancer screening, and more.
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5.0
483 Ratings
218 Comments
Dr. Jeff LeFond is a gastroenterologist at Gastrointestinal Specialists, Inc. He specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, chronic liver disease, GERD, dysphagia, the evolving role of GI physicians in obesity management, colon cancer screening, and more.
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Originally from New Hampshire, Dr. Jeff LaFond enjoyed the many winter sports New England has to offer as well as spending time on the lakes. However, after high school he moved to Washington, D.C., where he completed his bachelor’s degree in psychology with special honors and medical school at The George Washington University. He also completed the master’s program in physiology and biophysics at Georgetown University.
While he never lost his passion for New England sports, he did lose his cold weather edge and decided to continue moving south. After completing medical school, he and his wife moved to Charlottesville for his residency and fellowship at the University of Virginia. During his residency he received the prestigious Mulholland Society Resident and Fellow Teaching Award, recognizing his commitment to teaching medical students and for having a positive influence on their careers. He was also fortunate to receive the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) Emerging Liver Scholars Award and was subsequently chosen to serve as an AASLD Fellow Ambassador. During his gastrointestinal fellowship he was awarded the Stuart and Betsy Houston Award for Excellence in Fellowship. He was also selected by his peers to receive the Carl L. Berg Most Valuable Player Award, recognizing his dedication to “providing service above and beyond the call of duty and being an all-around team player.”
Dr. LaFond enjoys building long-term patient relationships through getting to know his patients in the clinic and by performing procedures when necessary. His specific interests within gastroenterology include inflammatory bowel disease, chronic liver disease, GERD, dysphagia, the evolving role of GI physicians in obesity management, and colon cancer screening.
In his spare time he enjoys cooking, the outdoors and traveling with his family, which includes his young daughter and son.
Procedures Performed:
Chromoendoscopy
Colonoscopy
Elastography
Endoluminal Stent Placement
Endoscopic Botox Injection
Endoscopic BRAVO pH Reflux Monitor Placement
Endoscopic Dilation
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)
Esophageal Manometry
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Exam
Hemorrhoid Banding
Over-the-Scope Clip (OTSC)
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Radiofrequency Ablation of Barrett’s Esophagus (HALO RFA)
Video Capsule Endoscopy (Pillcam)
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Dr. LaFond is so thorough. He doesn't rush you and listens to your concerns.
Dr. LaFond was excellent. He explained the entire process and talked to me after I woke up from the procedure. I felt very comfortable with the whole process.
Excellent physician! Provides wonderful patient care.
He was awesome!
Very good bed side manners. Came in made me feel comfortable and explained everything in detail. Thanks, Dr LaFond.
Made me feel comfortable with my procedure and took the time to ensure I understood what was happening
Dr. LaFond provides solutions to problems. His knowledge coupled with his personality definitely makes the difference.
I was very pleased with my visit with Dr. LaFond. He took time to talk to me as well as listen to me. Kindly, Glorietta Jones
Awesome, very knowledgeable and helpful!
He’s the best and not bad to look at either