Dr. Richard Harvey Blum M.D.
Internist
545 N. River Street Suite 230 Wilkes Barre PA, 18702About
Dr. Richard Blum is an internist practicing in Wilkes Barre, PA. Dr. Blum specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Blum provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1974
Temple University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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