4.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Richard Zollinger specializes in thoracic surgery, focusing on surgical procedures involving the chest, lungs, and related structures. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences and brings 48 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Zollinger is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Zollinger practices at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, North Carolina, and Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, North Carolina. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients requiring specialized chest and lung procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care approach.
Dr. Zollinger practices at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, North Carolina, and Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, North Carolina. His extensive experience in thoracic surgery allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients requiring specialized chest and lung procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care approach.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 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 II, MD | Dr. Christopher Edwin Gates, MD | Dr. Gajanan R Shanbhag, MD | Joseph S Matarese |
| Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 48 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 66 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Shelby , NC | Gaffney , SC | Gaffney , SC | Charlotte , NC |
| Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med | Med School: Seth G S Medical College | |
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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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