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Dr. Derik K King M.D., FACEP
Emergency Physician
2621 Grove Ave Richmond VA, 23220About
Dr. Derik King practices Emergency Medicine in Richmond, VA. Dr. King assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. King examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
University of Pennsylvania, PA 1993
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
Provider Details
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Practice At 2621 Grove Ave
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Nearby Providers
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- Adrienne M. McFadden109 Governor Street Richmond Virginia 23219
- Mr. Rahul P Wadnerkar M.D.2300 E PARHAM RD RICHMOND VA 23228
- Dr. Alan L Thurman M.D.2621 Grove Ave Richmond VA 23220
- Dr. Nathan J White MD1250 E Marshall St Richmond VA 23298
- Dr. Kirk L Cumpston DO1250 E Marshall St Richmond VA 23298
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5801 BREMO RD RICHMOND VA 23226