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461 Ratings with 456 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Wright specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing nearly five decades of experience to his practice in cardiac care. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1984. His extensive training includes both internship and residency programs at prestigious institutions, with his residency completed at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1981. Dr. Wright communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Wright practices at Providence Saint Johns Health Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, with his primary location in Santa Monica, California. He focuses on treating complex heart conditions including atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His procedural skills include performing angiograms and cardiac stress testing to diagnose heart conditions. Patients have given Dr. Wright an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals, …reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive cardiac care.
Read More Read less Dr. Wright practices at Providence Saint Johns Health Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, with his primary location in Santa Monica, California. He focuses on treating complex heart conditions including atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His procedural skills include performing angiograms and cardiac stress testing to diagnose heart conditions. Patients have given Dr. Wright an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals, …reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive cardiac care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 49 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Brigham and Womens Hospital
- 456 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 49 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi | Speaks English, Spanish |
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| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York Medical College | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Forrest Wright
Medical Specialties
Richard Forrest Wright has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Richard Forrest Wright has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
49 Years Experience
Richard Forrest Wright holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Brigham and Womens Hospital in 1984.
Residency
Completed their residency at Brigham and Womens Hospital in 1981 and Harvard Medical School in 1981.
Internship
Completed their internship at LAC+USC Medical Center in 1978 and Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in 1978.
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1977.
NPI Number
Richard Forrest Wright's NPI number is 1770580151.
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- Which hospitals is Richard Wright affiliated with?
- Richard Wright is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
- Where is Richard Wright's office located?
- Richard Wright's office is located at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 280W, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
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