Summary

Dr. Richard Dotson is an ophthalmologist with expertise in family medicine who has dedicated over five decades to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Dotson speaks Spanish and French, allowing him to serve diverse communities in their preferred languages.

Dr. Dotson practices at Greater Northeast Eye Care Center in Washington, DC. He specializes in treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts. His practice offers comprehensive eye care services including retinal imaging, vision tests, and visual field testing to help patients maintain healthy vision throughout their lives.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 51 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • Mercy Hospital And Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Greater Northeast Eye Care Center

1647 Benning Rd NE Ste 102Washington, DC 20002
Mon8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
51 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, French Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Washington , DCWinchester , VALaurel , MDBaltimore , MD
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University in California Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Larry Dotson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Avesis
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Larry Dotson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Larry Dotson has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mercy Hospital And Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Where is Dr. Richard Dotson's office located?
Dr. Richard Dotson's office is located at 1647 Benning Rd NE Ste 102, Washington, DC, 20002.
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What languages does Dr. Richard Dotson speak?
Dr. Richard Dotson speaks Spanish and French.
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