Dr. Larry Tong, MD
Board-Certified Anesthesiologist
At Curative Digestive Disease Center, patient safety, comfort, and precision are at the core of every procedure we perform. Our Anesthesia Department, led by Dr. Larry Tong, delivers highly specialized, patient-centered anesthetic care tailored to each individual.
Meet Dr. Larry Tong
Dr. Larry Tong is a board-certified anesthesiologist with an exceptional academic and clinical background from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). He earned his medical degree at VCU, where he also completed both his internship and residency in anesthesiology, followed by an advanced fellowship in regional anesthesia.
Through his fellowship training, Dr. Tong developed expertise in:
Advanced regional anesthesia techniques
Precision-guided pain management
Enhanced procedural safety protocols
Rapid recovery anesthesia strategies
His extensive training and dedication to excellence ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of anesthetic care.
Dr. Larry Tong brings an exceptional academic and clinical background from Virginia Commonwealth University, where he completed his medical degree, internship, residency in anesthesiology, and an advanced fellowship in regional anesthesia.
Through his advanced training, he has developed expertise in:
Advanced regional anesthesia techniques
Precision-guided pain management
Enhanced procedural safety protocols
Rapid recovery anesthesia strategies
His commitment to excellence ensures the highest standard of anesthetic care for every patient.
We understand that undergoing a procedure can feel overwhelming, which is why our anesthesia team focuses on a smooth, comfortable experience from start to finish.
Our approach includes:
Individualized anesthesia plans based on each patient’s medical history
Advanced monitoring technology for continuous safety
Minimally invasive sedation techniques for faster recovery
Clear communication and patient education
Procedures supported:
Endoscopy (EGD)
Colonoscopy
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Advanced therapeutic GI procedures
Office-based and outpatient surgical care
Specialized anesthesia services:
Moderate sedation
Deep sedation
Regional anesthesia (when appropriate)
At Curative Digestive Disease Center, safety is never compromised. Under Dr. Tong’s leadership, the team follows the highest standards of care, including:
Continuous vital sign monitoring
Strict adherence to national anesthesia guidelines
Pre-procedure risk assessment and optimization
Post-procedure recovery supervision
Why patients trust our anesthesia team:
Board-certified expertise with fellowship-level training
Experience managing complex and high-risk cases
State-of-the-art equipment and monitoring systems
Seamless coordination with GI specialists
Focus on rapid recovery and minimal side effects
From routine procedures to advanced interventions, our anesthesia team ensures every patient experience is safe, comfortable, and expertly managed.