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Alan Sears M.D.
Specialties: Gastroenterology
My philosophy is to try to educate my patients so that they may help in diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making. I appreciate their allowing me to participate in their care, and I treat patients with respect.
Office Locations: Drexel Hill
Gender: Male
Areas of Special Interests: Colon cancer, gastroesophagial reflux
Disease/Condition/Syndrome:
Age Group: 16+
Procedures: Office colonoscopy/endoscopy
Current research:
Hospital Admitting Privileges: Crozer-Chester Medical Center,
Delaware County Memorial Hospital,
Springfield Hospital
Age Restrictions:
Accepting new patients: yes
Limited to physicians Referrals?: no
Languages other than English:
Priorities of Care:
Accommodating my patient's scheduling needs -- whenever possible,
Building a long-term patient-doctor relationship,
Partnering with my patient in health care decision making,
Using terminology that is appropriate for each patient's needs
Important Factors:
Meticulous attention to diagnostic evaluation and therapy planning,
Dealing with complex medical problems,
Providing treatment in a comfortable and personal environment,
Recognizing the mind-body connection in wellness and the treatment of disease,
Staying abreast of breakthroughs and developments in my specialty