4.6
144 Ratings with 99 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Hightower is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Memorial Health University Medical Center, building a strong foundation in comprehensive family care. With 33 years of medical practice, Dr. Hightower brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Hightower is affiliated with Candler County Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Savannah and Pooler, Georgia. He specializes in managing high cholesterol conditions in both children and teenagers, as well as treating hyperlipidemia and hypertensive emergencies in patients of all ages. His expertise includes performing lipid panels, complete blood counts, and creatinine clearance tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his …care.
Read More Read less Dr. Hightower is affiliated with Candler County Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Savannah and Pooler, Georgia. He specializes in managing high cholesterol conditions in both children and teenagers, as well as treating hyperlipidemia and hypertensive emergencies in patients of all ages. His expertise includes performing lipid panels, complete blood counts, and creatinine clearance tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his …care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- 93 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Memorial Health University Medical Center
- 99 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard Russell Hightower has 4 locationsSouthcoast Health Pooler
1000 TOWNE CENTER BLVD BLDG 1200POOLER, GA 31322Mon8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 33 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Savannah , GA | Atlanta , GA | Denton , TX | Houston , TX |
| Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine | Med School: Stanley Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Russell Hightower
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Russell Hightower has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Russell Hightower has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Russell Hightower holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Memorial Health University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Mercer University School Of Medicine in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Hightower's NPI number is 1487652285.
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- Dr. Richard Russell Hightower is affiliated with Candler County Hospital.
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- Dr. Richard Russell Hightower's office is located at 11705 Mercy Blvd, Savannah, GA, 31419.
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