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Summary
Dr. Richard Bridges is a family medicine physician who graduated from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. With 15 years of experience in medical practice, he focuses on comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Bridges speaks English and provides accessible healthcare services to families in the greater New Orleans area.
Dr. Bridges practices at multiple locations throughout Louisiana, including Metairie, Marrero, and Amite, with affiliations at Hood Memorial Hospital and several other medical facilities. He specializes in managing common health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol in children and teenagers. His practice includes routine blood work like complete blood counts and lipid panels to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Bridges highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Bridges practices at multiple locations throughout Louisiana, including Metairie, Marrero, and Amite, with affiliations at Hood Memorial Hospital and several other medical facilities. He specializes in managing common health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol in children and teenagers. His practice includes routine blood work like complete blood counts and lipid panels to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Bridges highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 15 years of experience
- 37 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Edward Bridges has 6 locationsEast Jefferson Family Practice Center
4228 Houma Blvd Ste 200Metairie, LA 70006 Tel: (504) 454-7878
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
East Jefferson General Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program
4228 Houma Blvd Ste 230Metairie, LA 70006 Tel: (504) 503-6722
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
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| Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Edward Bridges
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Edward Bridges has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
American University Of The Caribbean School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Bridges affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Bridges is affiliated with Hood Memorial Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Richard Bridges's office located?
- Dr. Richard Bridges's office is located at 4228 Houma Blvd Ste 200, Metairie, LA, 70006.
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- Dr. Richard Bridges has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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