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Dr. Richard Shand, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 76
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Dr. Richard Shand, MD is an Internist in La Junta, CO.
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Dr. Richard Shand, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 76
La Junta, CO
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50 years of experience
Dr. Richard Shand, MD is an Internist in La Junta, CO.

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Dr. Shand graduated from UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER. Dr. Richard Shand, MD is an Internist in La Junta, CO and has 50 years experience. Dr. Shand currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Dr. Shand has experience treating conditions like Sleep-Related Leg Cramp, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shand received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Shand's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Shand is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Bronchitis
Urinary Incontinence
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Cachexia
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Constipation
Dehydration
Down Syndrome
Fever
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Foot Infection
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Strep Throat
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acne
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atherosclerosis
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
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Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
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Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
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Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
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Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
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Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroptosis
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Pointer
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
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Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica
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Second-Degree Burns
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
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Yeast Infections
Diabetes Counseling
Immunization Administration

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    11 W 2nd St, La Junta, CO 81050
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Internal Medicine
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Education

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  • UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT DENVER
    1974
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  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Shand, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shand's profile.

Dr. Shand frequently treats the following conditions: Sleep-Related Leg Cramp, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Acute Lower Respiratory Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Shand, MD is affiliated with Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Richard Shand, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center

    1100 Carson Ave, La Junta, CO