Dr. Ricky L. Houdersheldt MD
Internist
3705 Teays Valley Rd Suite 202 Hurricane WV, 25526About
Dr. Ricky Houdersheldt is an internist practicing in Hurricane, WV. Dr. Houdersheldt specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Houdersheldt provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Wv School of Osteopathy MD
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Gastroenterology
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Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Torn Meniscus
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Gallstones
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
- Opiate Dependence
- Vascular Disease
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