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Dr. Michael Schechter, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology* Age 73
Dr. Michael Schechter, MD
2.6 (5 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Michael Schechter, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA.
Dr. Michael Schechter, MD
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Dr. Michael Schechter, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology* Age 73
Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Michael Schechter, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA.

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Dr. Schechter graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Michael Schechter, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA and has 49 years experience. Dr. Schechter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Chippenham Hospital and VCU Medical Center Main Hospital. At present, Dr. Schechter received an average rating of 2.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Schechter's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Schechter is board certified in Pediatric Pulmonology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
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Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Cystic Fibrosis
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Interstitial Lung Disease
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Partial Lung Collapse
Pneumonia
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Eosinophilia
Pulmonary Hypertension
Respiratory Failure
Shortness of Breath
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Wheezing
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Bronchoprovocation Test
Bronchoscopy
Home Sleep Study
Lung Diffusion Capacity Test
PET-CT Scan
Pulmonary Function Test
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Respirator Fit Evaluations
Sleep Study
Tuberculosis Screening
Ultrasound, Endobronchial

Insurance Accepted

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  • Coventry Health Care of Virginia
  • United Healthcare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Curative PPO
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    Curative PPO Plus
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Humana
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Kaiser Permanente

Locations

  1. 1 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU
    1000 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23219
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  2. 2 Medical College of Virginia Hospitals
    1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA 23298
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  3. 3 Fredericksburg Multispecialty Center
    10528 Spotsylvania Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
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2.6
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Jul 27, 2018
I think Dr. Schecter is a great doctor and he really cares for his patients. Him and his staff always get my kids in as soon as they can and take great care of them. I feel that he answers my questions with complete honesty, which I appreciate.
ProudMom3 in VA, VA — Jul 27, 2018
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Specialties*
Pediatric Pulmonology
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
    1975
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatric Pulmonology and Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • St Christophers Hospital For Children
    1976
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of North Carolina Hospitals
    1996
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Schechter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schechter's profile.

Dr. Michael Schechter, MD is affiliated with Chippenham Hospital and VCU Medical Center Main Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Michael Schechter, MD holds board certification in Pediatric Pulmonology and Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Chippenham Hospital

    7101 Jahnke Rd, Richmond, VA

  • VCU Medical Center Main Hospital

    1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA