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Dr. Richard Rouse is a thoracic surgeon who also specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and has dedicated 53 years to advancing patient care in these complex surgical fields. Dr. Rouse is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Rouse maintains affiliations with several prominent hospitals throughout San Antonio, including Methodist Hospital, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center, and Methodist Hospital Northeast. His practice extends to Methodist Texsan Hospital and Saint Luke's Baptist Hospital, providing patients with comprehensive access to specialized cardiac and thoracic surgical care. He focuses on treating complex conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest cavity through advanced surgical techniques.
Dr. Rouse maintains affiliations with several prominent hospitals throughout San Antonio, including Methodist Hospital, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center, and Methodist Hospital Northeast. His practice extends to Methodist Texsan Hospital and Saint Luke's Baptist Hospital, providing patients with comprehensive access to specialized cardiac and thoracic surgical care. He focuses on treating complex conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and chest cavity through advanced surgical techniques.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 53 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard George Rouse has 6 locationsSouth Texas Cardiothoracic And Vascular Surgical Associates Pllc
4330 Medical Dr Ste 325San Antonio, TX 78229 Tel: (210) 615-7700
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard George Rouse
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard George Rouse has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard George Rouse has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine in 1973.
NPI Number
Dr. Rouse's NPI number is 1962446484.
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