4.6
13 Ratings with 5 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Westfal has practiced internal medicine for 52 years and is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center. He treats limping, spinal stenosis, and hypertension, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy.
He completed his residency at St. Vincents Hospital and sees patients in New Canaan, Connecticut. He speaks English, Russian, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Westfal 4.62 out of 5.
He completed his residency at St. Vincents Hospital and sees patients in New Canaan, Connecticut. He speaks English, Russian, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Westfal 4.62 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 52 years of experience
- speaks English, Russian, Spanish
- St Vincents Hospital
- 5 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal, MD | Alexis N Oliveros, MD | Maurice Johnson, MD | Heng Chao (terry) Wei, MBBS, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 52 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Russian, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Chinese |
| New Canaan , CT | Ossining , NY | Peekskill , NY | Ossining , NY |
| Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine | Med School: University of Michigan Medical Center (Ann Arbor) | Med School: Zhongshan School Of Medicine Sun Yat-Sen University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
52 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Edmund Westfal holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St Vincents Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1974.
NPI Number
Dr. Westfal's NPI number is 1528166824.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Richard Westfal speak?
- Dr. Richard Westfal speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.
- Where is Dr. Richard Westfal's office located?
- Dr. Richard Westfal's office is located at 173 East Ave, New Canaan, CT, 06840.
- Is Dr. Richard Westfal accepting new patients?
- Dr. Richard Westfal is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Richard Westfal's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does Dr. Richard Westfal accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Westfal accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Richard Westfal accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Westfal has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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