Dr. Peter E. Bloom

About the Doctor

Dr. Peter E. Bloom is a gastroenterologist in Bristol, Connecticut, with more than 21 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed an internal medicine residency at Westchester Medical Center (2004–2007). Dr. Bloom has a 4.2/5 patient rating based on 5 reviews. Feedback indicates he is generally friendly, attentive, and respectful of patient concerns, with some patients appreciating his suggestions and willingness to listen; one patient expressed concern about feeling pressured into procedures and associated costs. The office staff is consistently described as pleasant and accommodating. He has been designated an “Expert” in four conditions, with clinical expertise including colonoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, acid reflux (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dr. Bloom currently accepts new patients and is affiliated with multiple hospitals and an endoscopy center.

• Over 21 years of experience in gastroenterology

• 4.2/5 patient rating; known for being attentive and respectful

• Expert in colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, GERD, IBS, and IBD

• Accepts new patients and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – New York Medical College
Residency – Westchester Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2004–2007
Fellowship/Additional Training – None specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) / acid reflux

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

• Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)

• Peptic ulcer disease

• Gastritis

• Celiac disease

• Diverticulosis and diverticulitis

• Colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer screening

• Pancreatitis (acute and chronic)

• Liver disease (fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis)

• Gallbladder disease (biliary colic, cholecystitis)

• Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Colonoscopy (screening, diagnostic, polypectomy)

• Upper GI endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy – EGD)

• Esophageal dilation (for strictures)

• Biopsy (esophageal, gastric, small bowel, colonic)

• Capsule endoscopy (small bowel imaging)

• Hemorrhoid banding

• Flexible sigmoidoscopy

• Bravo pH monitoring (for GERD evaluation)

• Small bowel enteroscopy (if available)

Services Offered

Dr. Bloom provides comprehensive gastroenterology services, including evaluation and management of digestive disorders, as well as screening and diagnostic endoscopic procedures. He offers consultations for chronic symptoms such as heartburn, abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and rectal bleeding. He performs colonoscopy for colorectal cancer screening and to evaluate inflammatory bowel disease, and upper endoscopy to diagnose GERD, ulcers, and celiac disease. Dr. Bloom coordinates care with primary care physicians and surgeons when needed. He accepts new patients and practices in a patient‑centered manner. Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• Consultation for gastrointestinal symptoms (GERD, IBS, IBD, abdominal pain, dysphagia)

• Colorectal cancer screening (colonoscopy)

• Upper endoscopy (EGD) for upper GI symptoms

• Capsule endoscopy for small bowel evaluation

• Esophageal pH monitoring for GERD

• Polypectomy and biopsy during endoscopy

• Management of chronic liver disease and pancreatitis

• Hemorrhoid banding

• Pre‑operative and post‑operative GI care

• Coordination with nutrition and specialty services

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CT State Medicaid (Medicaid)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 25 Newell Rd, Suite E36, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone: (860) 583-9252

Hospital Affiliations

• Bristol Hospital – Bristol, CT

• Veterans Affairs Connecticut Healthcare System-West Haven – West Haven, CT

• Central Connecticut Endoscopy Center – Plainville, CT