Dr. Richard A Ragsdale M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
2510 Airpark Dr Suite 205 Redding CA, 96001About
Dr. Richard Ragsdale practices Pulmonology in Redding, CA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Ragsdale manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
University of California 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Pulmonary Disease
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