3.5
15 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Richard Shimer treats ventral hernia and cholelithiasis and performs laparoscopy. He practices surgery in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Shimer earned his medical degree from Medical College of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital. He has 29 years of experience.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- 47 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Lehigh Valley Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer has 5 locationsChristus Oschner Saint Patrick Hospital
524 Doctor Michael Debakey DrLake Charles, LA 70601 Tel: (337) 436-2511
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| Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer, MD | Dr. Matthew Douglas Ayo | Dr. Andrew Wallace Wright, MD | Dr. John Craig Crawford, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Anesthesiology | Emergency Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 29 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Lake Charles , LA | Sulphur , LA | Lake Charles , LA | Lake Charles , LA |
| Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Medical College Of Pennsylvania in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Shimer's NPI number is 1508832924.
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- Dr. Richard Shimer's office is located at 1900 W Gauthier Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70605.
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- Dr. Richard Shimer speaks English.
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