3.5
15 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Richard Shimer is a surgeon with 29 years of experience serving 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. His surgical practice encompasses general surgery with additional expertise in other specialized surgical areas. Dr. Shimer is fluent in English.
Dr. Shimer is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Lake Charles, Louisiana. He treats patients with ventral hernias, gallstone disease, and high blood pressure. His procedural expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, heart rhythm monitoring through EKG testing, and comprehensive blood work analysis. Patients have given Dr. Shimer an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Shimer is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Lake Charles, Louisiana. He treats patients with ventral hernias, gallstone disease, and high blood pressure. His procedural expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, heart rhythm monitoring through EKG testing, and comprehensive blood work analysis. Patients have given Dr. Shimer an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- 47 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Lehigh Valley Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 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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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Colorectal Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 29 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
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| Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania | Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman) | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | 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 active medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires 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 speaks English.
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- Dr. Richard Shimer is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.
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