5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Richa Dhawan specializes in rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed her residency at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program. With 35 years of experience in her field, Dr. Dhawan brings extensive knowledge to treating complex rheumatologic conditions. She provides care in English.
Dr. Dhawan practices at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. She treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and osteoarthritis. Her diagnostic approach includes extremity X-rays and specialized blood work to evaluate alkaline phosphatase levels and arterial blood gases. Patients have given Dr. Dhawan an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her care.
Dr. Dhawan practices at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. She treats patients with rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and osteoarthritis. Her diagnostic approach includes extremity X-rays and specialized blood work to evaluate alkaline phosphatase levels and arterial blood gases. Patients have given Dr. Dhawan an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Shreveport | 850 Olive St, Ste. A
850 Olive St Ste AShreveport, LA 71104 Tel: (318) 239-4860
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| Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Internal Medicine | Rheumatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 35 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA | Shreveport , LA |
| Med School: Rani Durgavati Vishwavidhyalaya / Medical College | Med School: University of North Texas Health Sciences Center | Med School: University Of Ghana Medical School | Med School: Allama Iqbal Medical College |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richa Dhawan
Medical Specialties
Richa Dhawan has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Richa Dhawan has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Richa Dhawan 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 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program.
Medical School
Graduated from Rani Durgavati Vishwavidhyalaya / Medical College, Butler University in Indianapolis in 1992, and Agartala Government Medical College in 1991.
NPI Number
Richa Dhawan's NPI number is 1194921718.
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