This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acid reflux
Colonoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy
Acute hemorrhoids
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acid reflux
Colonoscopy
Upper GI endoscopy
Acute hemorrhoids
More about Dr. Dennis Riff, MD
Dr. Dennis S. Riff is the founder of AGMG medical group. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he is the father of four children including a son who is a fellow in gastroenterology at the University of Pennsylvania and will hopefully be joining the practice in the future. Dr. Riff is the author of multiple articles appearing in the literature on the treatment of diseasse of the gastrointestinal tract and on multiple other conditions.
Dr. Riff went to Franklin and Marshall College and then to Jefferson Medical College. He graduated from both schools with distinction and went on to do his internship in internal medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. He is certified by the Board of Internal Medicinie. Dr. Riff moved to California in 1972 and did a residency in internal medicine as well as completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at University of California Irvine. He started clinical practice in Anaheim in 1976 with all other doctors joining him thereafter.
Dr. Riff is skilled in all endoscopic procedures and has done thousands of colonoscopies and upper gastrointestinal endoscopies. He is a compassionate and warm individual and an experienced physician in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Thomas Jefferson University, Doctor of Medicine
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
University of California Irvine Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
University of California Irvine Medical Center, Fellowship in Gastroenterology
Practice
Associated Gastroenterology Medical Group
Affiliation
Western Medical Center Santa Ana
Placentia-Linda Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
American College of Gastroenterology
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Orange County Medical Associaton
American Medical Association
Awards and publications
Served as Chairman of Internal Medicine
Served as Team Physician for Los Angeles Rams
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1922004662
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All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.64
Wait time
4.17
Bedside manner
4.80
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Even though ZocDoc let me check in online, the physicians office made me fill out all of the same information again.
March 8, 2017Hunter T.Verified patient
The doctor was very helpful and explained what needed to be done. All the staff was friendly and helpful.
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am sure my complained of “Gerd “will be given correct and right medication with procedure to be done??
March 10, 2021Eloida Q.Verified patient
The staff and Dr. Riff do an excellent job! I always feel they are looking out for my health care!
July 24, 2019Tim W.Verified patient
Nice smart guy. Good bedside and enjoyed my visit as much as I could have at a dr. office.
August 2, 2019Skyler S.Verified patient
Dr. Riff has always been a kind and patient doctor with me, for as long as I've seen him.
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Dr. Riff is an excellent physician. He takes his time and answers all questions.
More than 1 year agoHoward W.Verified patient
An excellent physician. Warm, caring, compassionate and very bright and skilled.
More than 1 year agoJR
He was a soft well spoken doctor and help me understand my specific needs.
March 12, 2018Christopher B.Verified patient
Dr. Riff is great. Won't beat around the bush and is very friendly.
February 26, 2018Gabriel R.Verified patient
Great Doctor!
More than 1 year agoFabio V.Verified patient
Very friendly and professional
More than 1 year agoAmina K.Verified patient
I never received any respond from the office regards my appointment made through Zocdoc. I don’t if whose problem it was. It seems this doctor office rarely work with Zocdoc since they were not very familiar with it until I have to call to check my appointment. Probably won’t use Zocdoc to make doctor appointment I the future.
More than 1 year agoJeffrey W.Verified patient
Once I walked in an 1hr before my appointment, I noticed there was several people waiting so it just happened to be busy and once I did all the paperwork even more people started showing up to the point that several of them had to wait in the hallway. I didn't mind waiting because I had the paper work to do so by the time it was for my appointment, soon after maybe 10 minutes later I was called in. That let me know that I walked into a really good doctor. The staff members were really nice and caring especially for how busy it was. The doctor really cared and wanted to get to the bottom of the issue. My last specialty did not do or cared about my situation. This doctor did and I recommend anyone with valve moment issues to visit Dr. Riff asap.
October 9, 2019Cesar A.Verified patient
My appointment was better than expected!
August 1, 2019Jennifer G.Verified patient
Very professional and personable. Very thorough and a good listener. Great sense of humour - was able to make a less than comfortable situation more comfortable with a joke or light-hearted comment. Is careful and conservative with prescriptions, which is a good thing. I would highly recommend him.
February 27, 2019Elisa H.Verified patient
Quick, professional and to the point.
January 18, 2018David W.Verified patient
Not my 1st choice for a PCP or GP. I'm sure he's fine in his field of expertise, but that's not why I came to see him. He is a skeptic when it comes to Lyme Disease diagnosis and I don't think he thinks too highly of Naturalpaths either. Looking forward to him helping me with other issues that need pharmaceuticals.
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The lobby needs to be bigger with more chairs for all of the people that are assigned appointed times to see the doctor.........its very crowded and noise with their talking/cells, etc. This is my biggest complaint.
February 8, 2017Jonathan P.Verified patient
Very cool down-to-earth doctor. Great guy!
More than 1 year agoJustin J.Verified patient
it was pain less every one was great
November 16, 2015Robert C.Verified patient
Best Dr. I have seen in a long time.
November 4, 2014Jennifer G.Verified patient
Dr. Riff was exactly luke what I read about him. He was patient, nice, caring, and truly acted like he was interested in me and helping me to get better. I was almost convinced that there wasn't any more doctors like him.
August 6, 2014Jennifer G.Verified patient
Dr. Dennis Riff is the best of the best!!! Great with people, explains things in understandable terms. Highly intelligent with an exceptional sense of humor!
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Dr. Riff has a great personality! He is very knowledgeable & explains in language I can understand. Great Dr, highly recommend.
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Excellent and very thorough
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Frequently asked questions
Which hospital is Dr. Dennis Riff affiliated with?
Dr. Dennis Riff is affiliated with Western Medical Center Santa Ana and Placentia-Linda Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Dennis Riff work with?
Dr. Dennis Riff works with Associated Gastroenterology Medical Group.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Riff have?
Dr. Dennis Riff is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dennis Riff?
Dr. Dennis Riff frequently sees patients for Annual Physical, Arthritis, Gastroenterology Consultation, General Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dennis Riff on their profile.
59 patients have reviewed Dr. Dennis Riff. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.64/5. They have a 4.8/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.17/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.