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Summary
Dr. Richard Yap is an internal medicine physician who specializes in infectious disease and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and has practiced medicine for over three decades. Dr. Yap speaks English fluently.
Dr. Yap provides care at Chi Memorial Hospital locations in Chattanooga and Hixson, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. He also offers compassionate end-of-life services, including hospice care and palliative care to help patients manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Dr. Yap provides care at Chi Memorial Hospital locations in Chattanooga and Hixson, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating chronic kidney disease, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes. He also offers compassionate end-of-life services, including hospice care and palliative care to help patients manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
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Quick Facts
- 31 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Litonjua Yap has 2 locationsChi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404 Tel: (423) 495-2525
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 31 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | |
| Chattanooga , TN | Lyons , CO | Mesquite , TX | Chattanooga , TN |
| Med School: University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: Universidad Catolica De Santiago De Guayaquil Facultad De Ciencias Medicas |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Litonjua Yap
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Litonjua Yap has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Litonjua Yap has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Litonjua Yap holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Yap's NPI number is 1710956305.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Yap affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Yap is affiliated with Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and Chi Memorial Hospital Hixson.
- Where is Dr. Richard Yap's office located?
- Dr. Richard Yap's office is located at 2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37404.
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- Dr. Richard Yap has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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