Summary

Dr. Ralph Dickson is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients across all ages for 37 years. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency training at Reading Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Dickson speaks English and brings nearly four decades of experience to his comprehensive family care practice.

Dr. Dickson practices at UPMC Hanover and provides care in McSherrystown and Hanover, Pennsylvania. He focuses on managing chronic kidney disease and helping patients control high blood pressure. Additionally, he specializes in treating high cholesterol in children and teenagers. His practice includes physical therapy services and strength training programs for patients recovering from illness or injury. Patients consistently rate Dr. Dickson highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Reading Hospital And Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ralph William Dickson has 2 locations

Mcsherrystown Family Practice

70 Academy StMcSherrystown, PA 17344
Mon8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:15 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:15 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Hanover

300 Highland AveHanover, PA 17331

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ralph William Dickson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ralph William Dickson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ralph William Dickson has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Ralph William Dickson holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Reading Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Dickson's NPI number is 1093719734.

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