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Dr. Richard Caro, MD

Family Medicine* Age 77
Dr. Richard Caro, MD
4.0 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Caro, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Gonzales, LA.
Dr. Richard Caro, MD
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Dr. Richard Caro, MD

Family Medicine* Age 77
Gonzales, LA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Caro, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Gonzales, LA.

About

Dr. Caro graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Caro, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Gonzales, LA and has 47 years experience. Dr. Caro currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. At present, Dr. Caro received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Caro's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Caro accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Intestinal Diverticulitis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Laryngitis
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Drug Allergy Testing
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
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Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Fetal Cardiac Screening
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Geriatric Assessment
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Health Screening
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Prostate Cancer Screening
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Psychiatric Evaluation
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Locations

  1. 1 Pelican State Outpatient Center Caro Clinic LLC
    2304 S Burnside Ave Ste 2, Gonzales, LA 70737
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 647-6533

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Based on 13 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (3)

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Mar 14, 2020
I been a patient of Caro Clinic for 55 yrs. I had a few serious health issues but thankfully Dr Caro and staff had me getting the care I needed ASAP. Without their proactive help I may not be here today!! I appreciate the Caro Clinic for helping me and my family for so many years!!
D. Lacour — Mar 14, 2020
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Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
    1977
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Caro, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Caro's profile.

Dr. Richard Caro, MD is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA