Rudolph Bedford, MD

Rudolph Bedford, MD

Gastroenterology

Accepting New Patients

About Rudolph Bedford, MD  

Rudolph A. Bedford, MD, has proved himself repeatedly as an endoscopy icon in the West Los Angeles medical community for more than 10 years. If you are looking for a physician specializing in pancreatic and biliary disease, you will find none better than Dr. Bedford. Considering Dr. Bedford’s experience in interventional endoscopic, diagnostic, therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), you could not be in better hands.   

Dr. Bedford received his medical degree at Case Western Reserve University, and he did his internship at New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center, specializing in Internal Medicine. He did a double residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, specializing in Internal Medicine. He completed his fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Gastroenterology and the Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Therapeutic Endoscopy.   

Dr. Bedford and his wife, a judge, have three sons: twin 16-year-old boys and a 23-year-old son. Dr. Bedford enjoys cycling and working out in his spare time. But whenever they get the chance, he can be found globe-trotting with his wife and their three sons.   

Dr. Bedford is known for his calm demeanor, and he appreciates and enjoys the many relationships he has developed in the Westside community.   

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Medical Service

Digestive Health

Locations

1301 20th St., Suite 280,
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-6789

12555 West Jefferson Blvd., Suite 303,
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 829-6789

Education

Medical School
Case Western Reserve University

Internship
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center
Internal Medicine

Residency
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Cancer

Residency
New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center
Internal Medicine

Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Gastroenterology

Fellowship
Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center
Therapeutic Endoscopy

Languages

English
Spanish

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Reviews

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  • 4.9
  • 208 Reviews
  • 351 Comments
  • 5
06/16/2025

Dr. Bedford is one of the kindest, most special doctors I have ever met. He is so thorough, patient, knowledgeable and just a superb doctor. So lucky I found him.

Providence Patient
  • 5
06/16/2025

Amazing doctor R. Bedford is. He sends tel listens and figures things out others miss, he is amazing.

Providence Patient
  • 4.66
06/09/2025

The doctor explained exactly what was supposed to be happening with my visit. It was an initial visit to have a gastric procedure colonoscopy, and we discussed other interesting issues concerning my health.

Providence Patient
  • 5
06/07/2025

Excellent help

Providence Patient
  • 5
06/06/2025

So happy to meet Dr Bedford! Very nice man and smart doctor

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/26/2025

Dr. Bedford is THE BEST! His bedside manner is something that I haven't had in a while! He was patient and answered all of my questions and concerns. His honesty and knowledge of his area of expertise blew me away. He helped me understand everything In terms that I can understand. Words don't really articulate how much I appreciate Dr. Bedford and I'm looking forward to my next visit. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Bedford!

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/24/2025

Excellent

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/19/2025

All good

Providence Patient
  • 5
05/02/2025

Dr. Bedford is just about the finest doctor I've ever known in my life

Providence Patient
  • 5
04/30/2025

I have been a patient of this provider for many years and have recommended him to numerous family members and friends, all of whom have been very impressed by his knowledge, skill and the respect he demonstrates for his patients.

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