Summary

Dr. James Ritter is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Lankenau Medical Center. With 43 years of clinical experience, Dr. Ritter brings extensive knowledge to his cardiovascular practice. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Ritter practices at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina, and maintains affiliations with Catawba Valley Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. He performs specialized procedures including joint fluid removal and bursa injections for patients with joint-related conditions. Patients have given Dr. Ritter an average rating of 2.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 2.3
  • 43 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Lankenau Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Frye Regional Medical Center

420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601

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Dr. James Murphy Ritter, MDDr. Dana Weisshaar, MDDr. John Sevier Cave, MDDr. Benson Chukwuemeka Okeiyi, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseEmergency MedicineHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.3 
43 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Hickory , NCCambridge , MAHickory , NCHickory , NC
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez Instituto De Ciencias Biomedicas Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Murphy Ritter

  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Humana

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Murphy Ritter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Murphy Ritter has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Coronary Disease
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lankenau Medical Center

Medical School

Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Ritter accepting new patients?
Dr. James Ritter has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Ritter affiliated with?
Dr. James Ritter is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. James Ritter speak?
Dr. James Ritter speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. James Ritter's office located?
Dr. James Ritter's office is located at 420 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601.
Does Dr. James Ritter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Ritter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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