Summary

Dr. Richard Whalen is a family medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Portsmouth Family Medical Center. With 41 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Whalen brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Whalen practices at multiple Sentara locations throughout the Norfolk and Virginia Beach area in Virginia, including Norfolk General Hospital, Leigh Hospital, Virginia Beach General Hospital, and Hospital For Extended Recovery. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice includes coordinating physical therapy services and ordering complete blood count tests when needed. Patients have given Dr. Whalen an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Portsmouth Family Medical Ctr
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Mark Whalen has 4 locations

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

600 Gresham DrNorfolk, VA 23507

Sentara Leigh Hospital

830 Kempsville RdNorfolk, VA 23502

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

1060 First Colonial RdVirginia Beach, VA 23454

Hospital For Extended Recovery

600 Gresham Dr Fl 7Norfolk, VA 23507

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
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41 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Norfolk , VAWashington , DCOrlando , FLFairfax , VA
Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Sri Venkateswara Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Mark Whalen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Mark Whalen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Mark Whalen has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Portsmouth Family Medical Ctr

Medical School

Eastern Virginia Medical SchoolGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Richard Whalen accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Whalen has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Whalen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Whalen accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Richard Whalen speak?
Dr. Richard Whalen speaks English.
Where is Dr. Richard Whalen's office located?
Dr. Richard Whalen's office is located at 600 Gresham Dr, Norfolk, VA, 23507.
Does Dr. Richard Whalen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Whalen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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