
Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer MD
Surgeon
501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles LA, 70601About
Dr. Richard Shimer is a general surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Shimer specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Shimer provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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- Dr. Laura Richards Vick M.D.1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA 70605
- Sumona Smith Other1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA 70605
- Dr. Niazy Mahmoud Selim MD, PHD, MBCHB, FACS215 W PRIEN LAKE RD LAKE CHARLES LA 70601
- Mr. Nathan Dudley Maples M.D.1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA 70605
- Dr. Will Cauthen M.D.1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA 70605
- Dr. Robbie Linn Hurtt M.D.1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA 70605
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