4.6
5 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Birkhead is a cardiovascular disease and internal medicine specialist with 43 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Roger Williams General Hospital. His extensive background allows him to provide comprehensive heart and vascular care alongside general internal medicine services. Dr. Birkhead is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Birkhead practices at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center and sees patients across multiple locations in Chelmsford, Tewksbury, North Chelmsford, and Lowell, Massachusetts. He specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation, artery blockages, and circulation problems in the legs. His diagnostic expertise includes performing ultrasound studies of the carotid arteries and specialized blood flow tests to assess circulation throughout the body. Patients rate Dr. Birkhead 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.
Dr. Birkhead practices at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center and sees patients across multiple locations in Chelmsford, Tewksbury, North Chelmsford, and Lowell, Massachusetts. He specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation, artery blockages, and circulation problems in the legs. His diagnostic expertise includes performing ultrasound studies of the carotid arteries and specialized blood flow tests to assess circulation throughout the body. Patients rate Dr. Birkhead 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 43 years of experience
- 10 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Roger Williams General Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead has 6 locationsHarvard Vanguard Medical Associates Chelmsford
228 Billerica RdChelmsford, MA 01824 Tel: (978) 250-6000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Lowell General Hospital Anticoagulation Management Service
600 Clark RdTewksbury, MA 01876 Tel: (978) 323-7005
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Merrimack Valley Cardiology Associates, LLC
14 Research Pl Ste 3North Chelmsford, MA 01863 Tel: (978) 256-6607
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Global Care Medical Group Pc
600 Clark Rd Fl 2Tewksbury, MA 01876 Tel: (978) 453-8261
Mon9:00 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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Vascular & Interventional Radiology | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 43 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Chelmsford , MA | Cambridge , MA | Boston , MA | West Roxbury , MA |
| Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine | Med School: University of Toledo Medical School | Med School: King Edward Medical University | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Gartner Birkhead has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Roger Williams General Hospital
Medical School
Suny Upstate Medical University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1983
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- Dr. Richard Birkhead's office is located at 228 Billerica Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824.
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- Dr. Richard Birkhead speaks English and Spanish.
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- Dr. Richard Birkhead is affiliated with Lahey Hospital And Medical Center.
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