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Summary
Dr. Richard Shepherd is a thoracic and vascular surgeon who brings more than five decades of surgical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 55 years. Dr. Shepherd is fluent in English.
Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Dr. Shepherd specializes in complex surgical procedures involving the chest and blood vessels. He treats patients with back pain conditions, including pregnancy-related back pain and back pain in children and teens. His practice includes breast cancer screening and various diagnostic blood tests to help patients receive comprehensive care.
Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Dr. Shepherd specializes in complex surgical procedures involving the chest and blood vessels. He treats patients with back pain conditions, including pregnancy-related back pain and back pain in children and teens. His practice includes breast cancer screening and various diagnostic blood tests to help patients receive comprehensive care.
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Quick Facts
- 55 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Indiana University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| 55 Years of Experience | 60 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| FORT WORTH , TX | Benbrook , TX | Fort Worth , TX | Colleyville , TX |
| Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: The University of Texas at Galveston | Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Lee Shepherd has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Lee Shepherd has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
55 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1971
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- Where is Dr. Richard Shepherd's office located?
- Dr. Richard Shepherd's office is located at 515 S ADAMS ST, FORT WORTH, TX, 76104.
- Does Dr. Richard Shepherd accept my insurance?
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