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Summary
Dr. Richard H. Blum is a cardiologist in the Department of Cardiology at Boston Children’s Hospital and an assistant professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. He specializes in pediatric cardiology, with clinical expertise in diagnosing and managing congenital and acquired heart conditions in children. Dr. Blum earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency in pediatrics at Tufts–New England Medical Center, followed by fellowship training in pediatric cardiology at Boston Children’s Hospital. He is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology and is dedicated to providing comprehensive, family-centered cardiovascular care for children.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 27 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Pediatrics
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine
300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115 Tel: (617) 355-7737
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Blum
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Richard Blum holds an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Pediatrics.
Medical School
Graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in 1988 and University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa in 1988.
NPI Number
Richard Blum's NPI number is 1023084381.
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- Richard Blum is affiliated with Boston Childrens Hospital.
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- Richard Blum speaks English.
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