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Summary
Dr. Richard Cole is an internal medicine physician with additional specialization in nuclear medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine and completed his residency training at LDS Hospital. With 51 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cole brings extensive knowledge to his dual specialty practice.
Dr. Cole practices at San Diego Medical Center in San Diego, California. His expertise includes treating breast cancer and metastatic or recurrent breast cancer cases. He also addresses chest wall pain in his patients. Dr. Cole performs specialized procedures including cardiac perfusion scans and single photon emission computed tomography imaging.
Dr. Cole practices at San Diego Medical Center in San Diego, California. His expertise includes treating breast cancer and metastatic or recurrent breast cancer cases. He also addresses chest wall pain in his patients. Dr. Cole performs specialized procedures including cardiac perfusion scans and single photon emission computed tomography imaging.
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Quick Facts
- 51 years of experience
- 8 insurance plans accepted
- L D S Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 51 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, French, Bambara | ||
| San Diego , CA | Lyons , CO | Tigard , OR | Upland , CA |
| Med School: University Of Utah School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard L Cole
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard L Cole has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard L Cole has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at L D S Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Utah School Of Medicine in 1975.
NPI Number
Dr. Cole's NPI number is 1346293602.
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- Dr. Richard L Cole's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
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