5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Charles Riggs specializes in oncology and internal medicine, bringing five decades of medical expertise to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Florida Health Shands Hospital. With 50 years of experience in practice, Dr. Riggs has dedicated his career to helping patients navigate complex cancer diagnoses and treatment plans.
Dr. Riggs practices at Shands Healthcare in Gainesville, Florida, and maintains affiliations with both Shands Healthcare and Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He focuses on treating cancer complications, head and neck cancer, and oral cancer. His expertise includes performing external beam radiation and radiation therapy procedures, along with CT scan imaging for diagnostic purposes. Patients consistently rate Dr. Riggs highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Riggs practices at Shands Healthcare in Gainesville, Florida, and maintains affiliations with both Shands Healthcare and Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He focuses on treating cancer complications, head and neck cancer, and oral cancer. His expertise includes performing external beam radiation and radiation therapy procedures, along with CT scan imaging for diagnostic purposes. Patients consistently rate Dr. Riggs highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 50 years of experience
- University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Charles Edwin Riggs has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Charles Edwin Riggs has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Florida Health Shands Hospital
Medical School
Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976
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