Dr. Richard L. Yap M.D.
Hospitalist
2525 Desales Ave Chattanooga TN, 37404About
Dr. Richard Yap is a hospitalist practicing in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Yap specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Yap manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Yap works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
Univ Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1995
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Crohn's Disease
- Heart Disease
- Aspiration
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