Dr. Richard English, MD
Geriatric Medicine•Male•Age 70
Wyoming Valley Health Care System
575 N River St Wilkes Barre, PA 18702Make an Appointment
(570) 829-8111Dr. Richard English, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Wilkes Barre, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Wilkes - Barre General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. English to book an appointment.
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- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. English's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. English treats Obesity more than 88% of his peers
Dr. English treats this condition more than 88% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. English treats Tobacco Use Disorder more than 83% of his peers
Dr. English treats this condition more than 83% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. English treats Overweight more than 82% of his peers
Dr. English treats this condition more than 82% of his peers
Dr. English's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Acidosis
- Acne
- Actinic Keratosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Administrative Physical
- Alkalosis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anemia
- Animal Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
- Back Pain
- Bedsores
- Bedwetting
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bird Flu
- Bladder Infection
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Bronchospasm
- Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
- Canker Sore
- Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
- Chronic Care Management
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Cold Sore
- Common Cold
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Dermatitis Due to Drugs
- Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dry Skin
- Dysentery
- Dyslipidemia
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Earwax Buildup
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Fever
- Fever-Induced Seizure
- Fibromyalgia
- Folic Acid Deficiency
- Foot Sprain
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastroparesis
- Genital Warts
- Geriatric Assessment
- Gout
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hidradenitis
- HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
- Hives
- Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
- Hydrocele
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Immunization Administration
- Impetigo
- Indigestion
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Iodine Deficiency
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Jock Itch
- Joint Pain
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Infection, Acute
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Lice
- 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
- Lyme Disease
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Mastodynia
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nausea
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Obesity
- Obesity Counseling
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overactive Bladder
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Pap Smear
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peptic Ulcer
- Perimenopause
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Pharyngitis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pneumonia
- Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
- Pollen Allergy
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polyuria
- Postnasal Drip
- Proteinuria
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Raynaud's Disease
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Ringworm
- Rosacea
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sarcoidosis
- Scabies
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Sinus Tachycardia
- Sinusitis
- Skin Ulcer
- Sleep Apnea
- Smoking Cessation Counseling
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Strep Throat
- Stye
- Swine Flu
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Throat Pain
- Thyroid Goiter
- Tinea Versicolor
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Tonsillitis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Trichomoniasis
- Urinary Hesitancy
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaccination
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Varicose Eczema
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Viral Enteritis
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Warts
- Wellness Examination
- Wheezing
- Yeast Infections
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Dr. English accepts the following insurance:
- Amerihealth
- Personal Choice PPO
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Capital Blue Cross
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Geisinger Health Plan
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- UPMC
- UPMC PPO
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine
- Pediatric Medicine
Board Certifications
- Adolescent Medicine
- Family Practice
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Richard English, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. English has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Richard English, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. Richard English, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. English frequently treats Obesity, Tobacco Use Disorder, and Overweight. See all procedures and conditions Dr. English treats.
Where is Dr. Richard English, MD's office located?
Dr. English's office is located at 575 N River St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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60% Patient Experience Rating, 9% lower than the national average
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