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Summary
Dr. Richard Witzig specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in infectious disease and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and brings four decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Witzig is fluent in English.
Dr. Witzig practices at several prominent healthcare facilities throughout the New Orleans and Metairie area, including East Jefferson General Hospital, LCMC Health, Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital, Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, and University Medical Center New Orleans. He focuses on treating complex conditions such as hospital-acquired pneumonia and pneumonia. His expertise also extends to helping patients manage fatigue and related symptoms. Patients consistently rate Dr. Witzig highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Witzig practices at several prominent healthcare facilities throughout the New Orleans and Metairie area, including East Jefferson General Hospital, LCMC Health, Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital, Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, and University Medical Center New Orleans. He focuses on treating complex conditions such as hospital-acquired pneumonia and pneumonia. His expertise also extends to helping patients manage fatigue and related symptoms. Patients consistently rate Dr. Witzig highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 41 years of experience
- speaks English
- St Georges University School Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Stephan Witzig has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Richard Stephan Witzig | Dr. Sevetri Moore Guillaume, MD | Dr. Helen Badie, MD | Dr. Ahmed G. Mohiuddin, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 41 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| New Orleans , LA | SHREVEPORT , LA | New Orleans , LA | New Orleans , LA |
| Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans | Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Stephan Witzig has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Stephan Witzig has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Stephan Witzig 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
Medical School
Graduated from St Georges University School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Witzig's NPI number is 1659465698.
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- Where is Dr. Richard Witzig's office located?
- Dr. Richard Witzig's office is located at 1415 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70112.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Witzig affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Witzig is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Lcmc Health, Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital, Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, and University Medical Center New Orleans.
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