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Dr. Richard B Wait MD, Surgeon
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Dr. Richard B Wait MD

Surgeon

3300 Main St 3rd Floor Suite B Springfield MA, 01199
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Dr. Richard Wait is a general surgeon practicing in Springfield, MA. Dr. Wait specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Wait provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.

Education and Training

Univ of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt 1978

University of Vermont College of Medicine 1978

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

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Dr. Richard B Wait MD's Practice location

Practice At 3300 Main St 3rd Floor Suite B

3300 Main St 3rd Floor Suite B -
Springfield, MA 01199
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New patients: 413-794-5161
Fax: 413-794-5940
http://www.drrichardwait.yourmd.com

Practice At 2 Medical Center Dr Suite 308

2 Medical Center Dr Suite 308 -
Springfield, MA 01107
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New patients: 413-794-8080, 413-794-7020
Fax: 413-794-2670, 413-794-8266

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