Summary

Dr. Richard Buurman is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in emergency medicine who has been caring for patients for four decades. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his residency at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Buurman speaks English and brings extensive experience to his practice through his dual specialty training.

Dr. Buurman is affiliated with Cumberland Medical Center, Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, and Continuecare Hospital at Baptist Health Paducah, with his practice located in Paducah, Kentucky. He treats patients with back pain during pregnancy and helps children and teenagers who experience back pain. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients build stability and recover from their conditions. Patients have given Dr. Buurman an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.4
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Baptist Health Paducah

2501 Kentucky AvePaducah, KY 42003

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40 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English
Paducah , KYLawrenceville , GAOrlando , FLBoca Raton , FL
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Tennessee and Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Buurman's NPI number is 1467544148.

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What languages does Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman speak?
Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Matthew Buurman is affiliated with Cumberland Medical Center, Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, and Continuecare Hospital At Baptist Health Paducah.

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