Dr. Christopher L Richards MD
Family Practitioner
175 HECTOR AVE GRETNA LA, 70056About
Dr. Christopher Richards is a family practitioner practicing in GRETNA, LA. Dr. Richards specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Richards possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 2000
Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans 2000
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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