Dr. Richard Schatz is an interventional cardiologist in La Jolla. He is a heart specialist who utilizes catheters to treat and "intervene" in the spread of cardiovascular issues.
Yes, Dr. Richard A. Schatz is accepting new patients at this office.
(760) 945-4659
9888 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Dr. Richard Schatz graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1977.
Dr. Schatz has one office in California where he specializes in Interventional Cardiology, Cardiology and Internal Medicine.
Dr. Schatz works with six hundred and twenty-two doctors including Dr. Norbert Kased and Dr. David Barnette.
As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Schatz provides minimally invasive diagnostic and treatment services for conditions affecting the heart and cardiovascular system. This may include the diagnosis and treatment of enlarged heart muscles and vascular blockages, chronic or unstable angina, and congestive heart failure. In providing care, Dr. Schatz may utilize minimally-invasive catheterizations, offering easier access the heart and vascular system.
Dr. Schatz, a cardiologist in La Jolla, is qualified to deliver comprehensive care for your cardiovascular system and heart. Dr. Schatz may see patients for symptoms like difficulty breathing, dizziness or chest pains, to name a few. Cardiovascular issues that may be identified and cared for by a cardiologist can include congenital heart defects, angina, arrhythmia, heart failure, rheumatic heart disease, heart aneurysms and coronary artery disease, to name a few.
As an internist in La Jolla, CA, Dr. Richard Schatz serves as a primary care provider for adults. He diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions, including cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organic systems. Dr. Schatz may also refer patients to a specialist when required. For example, patients with diabetic complications may be referred to an endocrinologist for further treatment.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Schatz, but only those who participate in Medicare.