Dr. Richard Dukes MD
Emergency Physician
11705 Jones Bridge Road Suite A201 Johns Creek Georgia, 30005About
Richard G. Dukes, MD, FACEP, is the Medical Director of Physicians Express Care in Johns Creek, Georgia. For 12 hours a day, 7 days a week, Dr. Dukes and his team specify in emergency urgent care for citizens of Johns Creek. He also serves as Chairman of the Departments of Medicine and Emergency Medicine at Northside Hospital.
Education and Training
St. George's University
Board Certification
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Lectures on Urgent Care and as a Clinical Faculty Member -
Articles and Publications
- Published in North American Clinical Journals and a US Military Book
What do you attribute your success to?
- The Enjoyment of Practicing Medicine, Commitment to Providing Highest Level of Care
Hobbies / Sports
- Fishing, Sailing, Traveling
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