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Scripps Health9888 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037 map
Dr. Richard Shu is an internist in La Jolla, CA. He is skilled at treating & diagnosing a wide range of conditions & diseases in adult patients.
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Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Richard G. Shu is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(760) 945-4659
Address
9888 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Richard Shu graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 2008.
Dr. Shu has one office in California where he specializes in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Geriatrics.
Dr. Shu works with six hundred and twenty-two doctors including Dr. Norbert Kased and Dr. David Barnette.
Specialties
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Internal Medicine
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Shu specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Shu also can refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with severe kidney problems can be referred to a nephrologist for further medical tests or treatments.
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Cardiology
Dr. Shu, a cardiologist in La Jolla, is qualified to deliver comprehensive care for your cardiovascular system and heart. Dr. Shu 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.
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Geriatrics
Dr. Shu is trained to provide comprehensive medical care for elderly and aging patients. As patients age, they may experience an increased susceptibility to illness and injury. In some cases, illnesses or injuries in seniors may overlap to create complicated diagnostic and treatment processes. Dr. Shu is trained to diagnose, treat and manage these and any related medical situations in seniors.
Education & Training
Hospital Affiliations
- Scripps Health
Languages Spoken
- English
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