Dr. Richard John Plunkett M.D.
Emergency Physician
2005 Nw Sammamish Rd Issaquah WA, 98027About
Dr. Richard Plunkett practices Emergency Medicine in Issaquah, WA. Dr. Plunkett assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Plunkett examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1974
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1974
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
Preventative MedicineAmerican Board of Preventative MedicineABPM
Provider Details
Dr. Richard John Plunkett M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Richard John Plunkett M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Plunkett
Recommended Articles
- What Is Cat Scratch Fever?
IntroductionCat scratch fever or cat scratch disease is a bacterial infection spread by cats. You can get the cat scratch fever from a scratch or bite of a cat that is infected with the bacterium called Bartonella henselae. Aside from the infected cat’s scratch, you can also acquire the infection...
- What Is a CPK Lab Test?
What is creatine phosphokinase (CPK)?Creatine phosphokinase (CPK) is an enzyme, which is predominantly present in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscles. Converting creatine into phosphate is the main task of this enzyme. The cells of the body then quickly consume or burn this phosphate and use it...
- Chikungunya Fever: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Introduction Chikungunya is a viral infection that is transmitted by mosquitoes. The chikungunya virus causes a sudden onset of fever along with severe joint pain. The illness is not considered as contagious, but in rare instances, the virus can get transmitted through contact with a person's...
- Copperhead Snake Bites: What Does It Look Like?
Copperhead snake bites are one of the frequently reported snakebites annually. However, they are rarely fatal. Most of the time, snakebites happen when people accidentally step on or touch snakes, which are excellent at blending into their surroundings. When copperhead snakes are disturbed, they...
- Lightheadedness
What is lightheadedness?Lightheadedness or feeling faint may not always be a cause for concern. However, it may also indicate an underlying health problem and can increase the risk of falling and fall-related injuries. If you feel lightheaded, drink water or fluids containing electrolytes and take...
- What Is Epistaxis?
What is epistaxis?Epistaxis or commonly called a nosebleed is defined as a type of bleeding that occurs from the nostrils, the nasal cavity, or the nasopharynx. Nosebleeds are mostly caused by the rupture of blood vessels inside the nose. Bleeding may be spontaneous or caused by injuries or trauma....
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Philip J Parsons MD12040 Ne 128th St Kirkland WA 98034
- Dr. Mary C. Maxwell-young M.D.2700 152nd Ave Ne Redmond WA 98052
- Dr. Jonathan Seth Ilgen M.D.325 9th Ave Seattle WA 98104
- Dr. Lauren R West M.D.12040 Ne 128th St Kirkland WA 98034
- Dr. Eric R Shipley MD1035 116th Ave Ne Bellevue WA 98004
- Dr. Larisa A Kaukonen M.D.12040 Ne 128th St Kirkland WA 98034