Richard C. Khu, MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
1901 Medi Park Suite 2050 Amarillo TX, 79106Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Richard Khu is a radiologist practicing in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Khu specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
American Board of Radiology
diagnostic radiology
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Richard C. Khu, MD's Expert Contributions
What is the first sign of too much radiation?
Years ago I saw skin burns and hair loss from a patient having a neurointerventional procedure. Thankfully these are more unusual these days. READ MORE
Are CT scans claustrophobic?
They usually aren’t. The tubes are shorter than MRI, and the time you need to be inside the tube is much shorter. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Fellowships
- Yale New Haven Hospital, Saint Raphael Campus
Internships
- Tucson Medical Center
Fellowships
- Yale New Haven Hospital, Saint Raphael Campus
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