Summary

Dr. Rick Hernandez treats Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5, and performs surgical nail removal. He practices family medicine and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Dosher Memorial Hospital and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and sees patients in Wilmington, North Carolina. He completed his residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 21 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New Hanover Regional Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Rick Jacob Hernandez has 3 locations

Wilmington Va Clinic

1705 Gardner DrWilmington, NC 28405

Wilmington Health Care Center

1705 Gardner DrWilmington, NC 28405
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

2131 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401

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21 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English
Wilmington , NCAnnapolis , MDLawrenceville , GAManassas , VA
Med School: University Of Sint Eustatius School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Rick Jacob Hernandez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rick Jacob Hernandez has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Dr. Rick Jacob Hernandez 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

Residency

Completed their residency at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Sint Eustatius School Of Medicine and American University Of Integrative Sciences St Maartin Sch Of Med in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Hernandez's NPI number is 1437351806.

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Dr. Rick Hernandez speaks English and Spanish.
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