Summary

Dr. Richard Richter is a thoracic and vascular surgeon with 48 years of experience treating complex conditions of the chest and blood vessels. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine, building a foundation in advanced surgical techniques. His extensive career spans nearly five decades of specialized practice in both thoracic and vascular surgery. Dr. Richter is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Richter practices at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center in San Francisco, California. His dual specialty training allows him to address a wide range of surgical needs affecting the chest cavity and circulatory system. Patients benefit from his decades of surgical experience and bilingual communication abilities, making complex medical discussions more accessible for Spanish-speaking families.

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Quick Facts

  • 48 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Speaks English, Spanish
San Francisco , CAEmeryville , CASan Francisco , CARichmond , CA
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Carlos Richter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Carlos Richter has the following area of expertise

  • Vascular Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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Dr. Richard Richter's office is located at 2425 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94115.
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