Dr. Richard M. Whalen MD
Family Practitioner
249 Newtown Rd South Norfolk VA, 23502Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Richard Whalen is a family practitioner practicing in Norfolk, VA. Dr. Whalen specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Whalen possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Eastern Virginia Medical School 1985
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Richard M. Whalen MD's Practice location
Practice At 825 Fairfax Ave Suite 118
825 Fairfax Ave Suite 118 -Norfolk, VA 23507Get Direction
Practice At 249 Newtown Rd South
249 Newtown Rd South -Norfolk, VA 23502Get Direction
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