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Dr. Richard Blum, MD

Dr. Richard Blum, MD

Clinical Lipidology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Blum, MD is a clinical lipidologist in Wilkes Barre, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

545 N River St Ste 230 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(570) 826-0526

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Blum specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Blum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blum

4.0

9 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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About Me

care philosophy

I continue to provide primary care for adults. As the area's only lipidologist, certified by the American Board of Clinical Lipidology, I can provide advanced lipid testing, risk assessment and treatment , helping to reduce cardiovascular risk and prevent cardiovascular events.

  • Clinical Lipidology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • George Washington University

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • Geo Wash Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1974

  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1974

  • Yale University

    Undergraduate School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Richard H. Blum MD545 N River St Ste 230 Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
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Practice

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital575 N River St Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

    1000 E Mountain Dr
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wilkes-Barre General Hospital

    575 N River St
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18764

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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