Summary

Dr. Carl Richard is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He completed his residency training at Confederate Memorial Medical Center and has been practicing medicine for over five decades. His extensive experience spans both adult and pediatric care within the family medicine specialty. Dr. Richard is fluent in French and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Richard practices at multiple Ochsner facilities in Louisiana, including Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital and Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, as well as Acadia Extended Care Hospital in Crowley. His clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure conditions and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. He performs various diagnostic procedures including blood testing and specialized laboratory work to assess patient health. Patients have given Dr. Richard an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 53 years of experience
  • speaks French, Chinese
  • Confederate Memorial Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Carl Joseph Richard has 3 locations

Acadia Extended Care Hospital

1305 Crowley Rayne Hwy Fl 2Crowley, LA 70526

Ochsner Acadia General Hospital

1305 Crowley Rayne HwyCrowley, LA 70526

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital

1310 W 7th StKaplan, LA 70548

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4.3 
53 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks French, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Crowley , LAOpelousas , LALafayette , LASugar Land , TX
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Carl Joseph Richard has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carl Joseph Richard has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Dr. Carl Joseph Richard holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Confederate Memorial Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Richard's NPI number is 1619027232.

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What languages does Dr. Carl Richard speak?
Dr. Carl Richard speaks French and Chinese.

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