Dr. Richard English, MD is a geriatric medicine specialist in Kingston, PA and has been practicing for 39 years. He graduated from Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ in 1976 and specializes in geriatric medicine and family medicine.
Wilkes Barre Academic Medicine
2 Sharpe St
Kingston, PA 18704
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Capital Blue Cross
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Geisinger Health Plan
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Top Care Areas
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Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
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more than 96% of peers
HIV Screening
very high
more than 95% of peers
Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
very high
more than 91% of peers
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2 Â Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine
- Family Medicine
3 Â Board Certifications
- Adolescent MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Family Medicine*
- Family PracticeAccredited by: American Board of Family Medicine*
- Geriatric MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Family Medicine*
246 Â Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Acidosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Postoperative Pain
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Alkalosis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anal Disorders
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anemia
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
- Autonomic Disorders
- Back Pain
- Bacterial Sepsis
- Bedsores
- Bedwetting
- Bell's Palsy
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Diseases
- Bladder Infection
- Blepharitis
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Pain
- Bronchitis
- Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Common Cold
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Dermatitis Due to Drugs
- Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Foot Conditions
- Foot Sprain
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gastroparesis
- Glaucoma
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hidradenitis
- Hives
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Jock Itch
- Joint Pain
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Sprain
- Larynx Conditions
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Nosebleed
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overactive Bladder
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Pericardial Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pharyngitis
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pneumonia
- Polymyositis
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Pregnancy-Related Disorders
- Prostatitis
- Pulmonary Disease
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rib Fracture
- Ringworm
- Sarcoidosis
- Scabies
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Hypertension
- Sepsis
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Sore Throat
- Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stomach Diseases
- Strep Throat
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Ulcer
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Yeast Infections
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35 Â Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
- Cholesterol Screening
- Dementia or Depression Screening
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Screening
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Gonorrhea Screening
- Hepatitis A Screening
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Herpes Simplex Screening
- HIV Screening
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
- Immunization
- Liver Function Test
- Newborn Metabolic Screening
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pregnancy Test
- Pregnancy Ultrasound
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Rapid Flu Test
- Rh Incompatibility Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Sickle Cell Screening
- Syphilis Screening
- Thyroid Screening
- Wellness Examination
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Education
- Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson UnivMedical School | Graduated 1976
- United Health Hospital SvcInternship Hospital | Completed 1977
- United Health Hospital SvcResidency Hospital | Completed 1979
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Languages Spoken
- English
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Dr. English accepts 8 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOSelect
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- Capital Blue Cross
- CignaCigna PPOOpen Access Plus
- Coventry Health CareCoventry Health America PPO
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Geisinger Health Plan
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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