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Dr. Richard J Zangara M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Richard J Zangara M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(13)
16 Hayden Ave Lahey Lexington Lexington MA, 02421
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About

Dr. Richard Zangara is a rheumatologist practicing in Lexington, MA. Dr. Zangara specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Zangara treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1977

University of Maryland School of Medicine 1977

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 41 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • High Cholesterol
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Pain
  • Abnormal Gait
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. Richard J Zangara M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 16 Hayden Ave Lahey Lexington

16 Hayden Ave Lahey Lexington -
Lexington, MA 02421
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New patients: 781-372-7100
Fax: 781-372-7111

16 HAYDEN AVENUE -
LEXINGTON, MA 02421
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New patients: 781-372-7100
Fax: 781-372-7111

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Patient Experience with Dr. Zangara


4.0

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Dr. Richard J Zangara M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 13 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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