Summary

Dr. Richard Lam is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at VA West Los Angeles Medical Center. With 12 years of experience in practice, Dr. Lam brings expertise in managing complex medical conditions and providing compassionate end-of-life care.

Dr. Lam practices at several locations including Cedars Sinai Medical Center in West Hollywood, Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, and Community Hospital of Huntington Park in Huntington Park. He specializes in treating patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, including advanced stages requiring specialized care. His practice also includes preventive services such as flu vaccines, pneumococcal vaccines, and COVID-19 boosters to help patients maintain their health.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • Va West Los Angeles Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lam has 6 locations

Community Hospital Of Huntington Park

2623 E Slauson AveHuntington Park, CA 90255

Cedars Sinai Medical Center

8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048

Huntington Memorial Hospital

100 W California BlvdPasadena, CA 91105

Cedars Sinai Medical Group

200 N Robertson BlvdBeverly Hills, CA 90211
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Altamed Medical And Dental Group Anaheim

1325 N ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200ANAHEIM, CA 92801
Mon11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Altamed Urgent Care Anaheim

1325 N ANAHEIM BLVD STE 101ANAHEIM, CA 92801
Mon11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English, Spanish
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Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lam

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lam has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospice & Palliative Med (internal Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Va West Los Angeles Medical Center

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 2014

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Dr. Richard Lam is affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Huntington Memorial Hospital, and Community Hospital Of Huntington Park.

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