Dr. Richard Figueroa M.D.
Occupational Therapist
1901 Holser Walk Suite 315 Oxnard California, 93036Rating
2/5
About
Dr. Richard Figueroa practices Occupational Medicine in Oxnard, California. Dr. Figueroa evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes; in addition to being qualified to determine an employees physical and emotional fitness for work; diagnosing and treating occupational diseases; handling work related injuries; and having an understanding of rehabilitation methods, health education techniques, sanitation, and workers compensation laws.
Education and Training
University of California at Los Angeles
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1978
University of California 1978
Board Certification
American Board of Preventive Medicine- Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Preventative MedicineAmerican Board of Preventative MedicineABPM
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, and National Public Speaking -
Awards
- Honored Citizen of the Year, 1995
Treatments
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Bronchitis
- Gastritis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Internships
- Ventura County Occupational Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Western Occupational & Environmental Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Balancing Family and Business, God, Making a Difference in Patients Lives
Hobbies / Sports
- College Hall of Fame, Football
Dr. Richard Figueroa M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Richard Figueroa M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Figueroa
Recommended Articles
![]()
Pregnancy Does Not Affect Breast Cancer Recurrence, Study FindsThere is a fear among some survivors of breast cancer that having a baby can cause the cancer to come back. For a while, there was no hard evidence one way or the other, so this question could cloud the mind of some women. Only ten percent of young women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer go...
![]()
False-Positive Mammograms May Predict the Risk for Breast CancerAccording to a new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, about 50% of women who get annual mammograms may have at least one false positive reading, and these women may have a higher risk of developing breast cancer. In this study, conducted by Danish researchers, women...
![]()
Are You a Candidate for a Face lift?What is a facelift?A face lift also known as a rhytidectomy or rhytidoplasty is a surgical procedure done to improve aging signs in the face and neck. This procedure is usually performed in on women in their 4th, 5th, or 5th decade of life.Why is a facelift done?If you are worried by facial...
![]()
What Is Lou Gehrig's Disease?IntroductionLou Gehrig's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord. It is also called as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS. It is a progressive disorder that leads to the loss of voluntary muscle control in the body. This disorder often affects the...
![]()
What Are the Options for Preserving Fertility After Ovarian Cancer?An ovarian cancer diagnosis is devastating. But if the diagnosis comes during family planning or even while thinking about having kids, it can bring up concerns about future fertility. Although being diagnosed with ovarian cancer and receiving treatment can affect the ability to become pregnant,...
![]()
What Is Pituitary Dwarfism?IntroductionPituitary dwarfism, also called growth hormone deficiency, is a medical condition wherein the pituitary gland does not produce sufficient amounts of growth hormone. This deficiency often results in children’s slow growth or short stature.An adult with pituitary dwarfism has an average...
Nearest Hospitals
ST JOHNS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl
1600 N ROSE AVE OXNARD CA 93030VENTURA COUNTY MEDICAL CENTERl
3291 LOMA VISTA RD VENTURA CA 93003