Summary

Dr. George is a graduate of the University of Texas and he received his medical degree from Southwestern Medical School in 1982. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at Baylor College, Houston in 1988. Dr. George is the recipient of numerous academic and medical appointments, holds membership in many professional and honorary societies, has authored articles and abstracts in several professional publications, and is a frequent lecturer in spine disorders and surgical repair. He is currently an Attending Neurosurgeon at University Medical Center and is on the clinical staff at Grace Medical Center and Covenant Medical Center. Dr. George is married with eight children.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Faculty Of Medicine-University Of Toronto
  • 39 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard E George has 2 locations

University Medical Center

602 Indiana AveLubbock, TX 79415

Grace Clinic

4515 Marsha Sharp FwyLubbock, TX 79407
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
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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44 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Italian, English
Lubbock , TXSugar Land , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical School Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch Med School: University of Naples Federico II, Napoli NA, Italy
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard E George

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard E George has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard E George has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Back Injuries
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Cancer
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Pediatrics
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Faculty Of Medicine-University Of Toronto

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Medical SchoolGraduated in 1982

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