Summary

Dr. Richard Westfal is an internal medicine physician with five decades of medical practice spanning 52 years. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Vincent's Hospital. His extensive experience in internal medicine allows him to provide comprehensive primary care for adult patients. Dr. Westfal speaks Russian, Spanish, and English, enabling him to care for patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Westfal practices at New Canaan Medical Group in New Canaan, Connecticut, and maintains hospital privileges at Richmond University Medical Center. He treats patients with autonomic dysfunction, breathing problems, and joint pain. His practice incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy approaches to help patients achieve optimal health outcomes. Patients have given Dr. Westfal an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 52 years of experience
  • speaks Russian, Spanish, English
  • St Vincents Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

New Canaan Medical Group

173 East AveNew Canaan, CT 06840

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Speaks Russian, Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Urdu
New Canaan , CTCortlandt Manor , NYEastchester , NYCortlandt Manor , NY
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna Med School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Vincents Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Westfal's NPI number is 1528166824.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Westfal affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Westfal is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center.
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Where is Dr. Richard Westfal's office located?
Dr. Richard Westfal's office is located at 173 East Ave, New Canaan, CT, 06840.

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