Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer, MD

Dr. Richard Shimer is a surgeon with 29 years of experience treating patients in the Lake Charles area. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and completed his residency training at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Dr. Shimer specializes in surgery with additional expertise in other medical areas, bringing nearly three decades of clinical knowledge to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Shimer is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Lake Charles, Louisiana. He treats patients with conditions such as ventral hernias, gallstones, and high blood pressure. His surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopic procedures, which use minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.