3.8
5 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Berkson specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, bringing more than five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 54 years in medicine, Dr. Berkson has developed deep knowledge in managing complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. He speaks both Spanish and English to better serve his diverse patient community.
Dr. Berkson practices at several locations throughout Long Beach, California, including MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center, Saint Mary Medical Center, and MemorialCare Miller Children's and Women's Hospital Long Beach. He focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol, diabetes, and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teens. His clinical services include continuous glucose monitoring and specialized blood work to help patients manage their metabolic health …effectively. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Berkson practices at several locations throughout Long Beach, California, including MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center, Saint Mary Medical Center, and MemorialCare Miller Children's and Women's Hospital Long Beach. He focuses on treating conditions such as high cholesterol, diabetes, and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teens. His clinical services include continuous glucose monitoring and specialized blood work to help patients manage their metabolic health …effectively. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 54 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Ucla Medical Center
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Alan Berkson has 4 locationsMemorialcare Miller Childrens And Womens Hospital Long Beach
2801 Atlantic AveLong Beach, CA 90806 Tel: (562) 933-5437
The Endocrinology Team
1760 TERMINO AVE STE 214LONG BEACH, CA 90804Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 54 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 33 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Long Beach , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Huntington Beach , CA |
| Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo | Med School: University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine | Med School: Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Alan Berkson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Alan Berkson has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Inactive
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucla Medical Center
Medical School
Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of BuffaloGraduated in 1972
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- Where is Dr. Richard Berkson's office located?
- Dr. Richard Berkson's office is located at 1050 Linden Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90813.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Berkson affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Berkson is affiliated with Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, Saint Mary Medical Center, and Memorialcare Miller Childrens And Womens Hospital Long Beach.
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- What languages does Dr. Richard Berkson speak?
- Dr. Richard Berkson speaks Spanish and English.
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