Bernard D. Clifford, MD - Baystate Health
Gastroenterology • Holyoke, MA • Since 1873
About
Bernard D. Clifford, MD is affiliated with Baystate Health, specifically within the Holyoke, MA area. The Baystate Health system is a nonprofit, academic healthcare system based in Springfield, MA, operating multiple hospitals and a large network of providers, including Baystate Medical Practices with over 700 physicians. The system emphasizes comprehensive medical services, community support, and ongoing expansion, with Baystate Health’s facilities and specialists serving western Massachusetts and surrounding regions. If you’re seeking details on Dr. Clifford’s role, specialty, or contact information within Holyoke, please specify and I can narrow it down further.
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
Baystate Health – Bernard D. Clifford, MD, Gastroenterology, Pioneer Valley Gastroenterology Associates, P.C.
Phone
413-794-0000
Medical.StaffOffice@baystatehealth.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
Baystate Health page indicates general acceptance of most insurances; verify with individual insurance provider
Making payments online, In person payments, Billing help pages
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What languages are spoken by the provider?
Languages: English (as listed on the profile).
Social Media
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Vitals: 4.2 out of 5 (not explicitly stated total count in summary, though referenced as having multiple reviews)
- WebMD: 4.0 out of 5 (8 ratings)
- U.S. News & World Report: not explicitly stated numerical score in snippet (23 reviews)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and kind demeanor
- Professionalism and calm mannerisms
- Effective communication regarding medical outcomes and procedures
- Attentive listening skills
Common complaints
- Reviews on some platforms contain non-medical commentary or unrelated content which can be misleading or irrelevant to professional practice evaluation.
"We would recommend your compassion, professionalism, and calm mannerisms to anyone seeking a Gastroenterologist!"
— Vitals"Wow! A GI doc who actually LISTENS & CARES with GREAT bedside manner!! Dr Clifford is THE needle in a haystack that my son & I have been looking for ..."
— HealthgradesSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- HMC WELCOMES 11 PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS/PROVIDERS - Holyoke Health — Dec 2, 2025
- Baystate taps chief academic officer — Jul 6, 2026
- Healthcare Heroes to Be Celebrated at Gala on Oct. 22 - Health Care News — Sep 17, 2025
- Baystate Health names Dr. Scott Lichtenberger as Chief Operation Officer
- Baystate Health Expands Primary Care Network in Western MA and Northern CT - World Today Journal — May 3, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More gastroenterology clinics in Holyoke
Gastroenterology services at Holyoke Health (Holyoke Medical Center) offer specialty care for liver disease, advanced endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and related conditions. The center emphasizes expert GI physicians (board-certified staff) and a comprehensive GI program within Holyoke Medical Center, part of a broader Holyoke Health system that includes VNA, River Valley Counseling Center, and Western Mass Physician Associates. For appointments, contact the GI team at the provided hospital number (413) 540-5048 or the Holyoke Health main line. The hospital is a nonprofit, 198-bed community/regional facility serving Greater Holyoke and surrounding towns.
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