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Summary
Geriatric medicine is the focus of Dr. Shirley Richards's practice, with internal medicine as a second listed specialty. She has practiced for 32 years and is affiliated with Doris Miller Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Richards earned her DO from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and sees patients in Temple, Texas.
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Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Dr. Shirley R Richards, DO | Naila Khan, MD, MBA | Dr. Sapan Bhatt, MD | Kate Christopher, MSN, AGNP-C |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 33 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Bengali | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Temple , TX | Richmond , TX | La Porte , TX | Richmond , TX |
| Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Pramukhswami Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shirley R Richards
Medical Specialties
Dr. Shirley R Richards has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shirley R Richards has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Richards' NPI number is 1851304414.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Shirley Richards's office located?
- Dr. Shirley Richards's office is located at 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX, 76508.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Shirley Richards affiliated with?
- Dr. Shirley Richards is affiliated with Doris Miller Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Shirley Richards accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Shirley Richards has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shirley Richards?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Shirley Richards here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Shirley Richards accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shirley Richards accepts on their Vitals profile.
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