4.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Richard Zollinger is a thoracic surgeon with 48 years of experience specializing in surgical procedures involving the chest, lungs, and related structures. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, building a foundation for nearly five decades of surgical practice. Dr. Zollinger is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Zollinger maintains hospital affiliations with Atrium Health Cleveland and Atrium Health Pineville, providing surgical care in Shelby and Charlotte, North Carolina. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery encompasses complex procedures involving the chest cavity and respiratory system. Patients consistently rate Dr. Zollinger highly for his surgical expertise, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Zollinger maintains hospital affiliations with Atrium Health Cleveland and Atrium Health Pineville, providing surgical care in Shelby and Charlotte, North Carolina. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery encompasses complex procedures involving the chest cavity and respiratory system. Patients consistently rate Dr. Zollinger highly for his surgical expertise, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard William Zollinger has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Richard William Zollinger, MD | Dr. Steven Anthony Leyland | Dr. Gajanan R Shanbhag | Dr. Christopher Kevin Cicci |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Vascular Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 48 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 66 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Shelby , NC | Spartanburg , SC | Gaffney , SC | Concord , NC |
| Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine | Med School: Seth G S Medical College | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. Richard William Zollinger holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Zollinger's NPI number is 1730393232.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard William Zollinger affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard William Zollinger is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland and Atrium Health Pineville.
- Where is Dr. Richard William Zollinger's office located?
- Dr. Richard William Zollinger's office is located at 201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC, 28150.
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