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Summary
Dr. Richard Drimalla is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine and emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Midmichigan Medical Center. With 48 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Drimalla brings extensive clinical knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Drimalla practices at multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including facilities in Gastonia, Shelby, Kings Mountain, and Lincolnton. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive primary care services as well as urgent medical treatment. Patients can find him at various Atrium Health locations and Caromont Regional Medical Center, making his expertise accessible across the region.
Dr. Drimalla practices at multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including facilities in Gastonia, Shelby, Kings Mountain, and Lincolnton. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive primary care services as well as urgent medical treatment. Patients can find him at various Atrium Health locations and Caromont Regional Medical Center, making his expertise accessible across the region.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 48 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Midmichigan Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Brian Drimalla has 6 locationsCarolinas Healthcare Urgent Care Cox Road
603 Cox RdGastonia, NC 28054 Tel: (704) 852-9561
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Atrium Health Urgent Care Gastonia
2211 E FRANKLIN BLVD STE 100GASTONIA, NC 28054 Tel: (704) 852-9561
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, German, Portuguese | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu |
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| Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Brian Drimalla
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Brian Drimalla has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Brian Drimalla has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Midmichigan Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Drimalla's NPI number is 1033161203.
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