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Dr. Richard Shimer, MD

General Surgery* Age 57
Dr. Richard Shimer, MD
4.6 (7 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Shimer, MD is a General Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA.
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Dr. Richard Shimer, MD

General Surgery* Age 57
Lake Charles, LA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. Richard Shimer, MD is a General Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA.

About

Dr. Shimer graduated from Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1997 and completed a residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital.Dr. Richard Shimer, MD is a General Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA and has 27 years experience. Dr. Shimer currently practices at Memorial Surgery & Trauma and are affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Shimer has experience treating conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shimer received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Shimer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Shimer is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Hemorrhoids
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Brain Injury
Burn Injuries
Cholangiocarcinoma
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Prolapse
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleura Cancer
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia with Gangrene
Vulvar Cancer
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Aspiration or Injection of Thyroid Cyst
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Liver Biopsy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Puncture Aspiration
Resection of Bladder Neck
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Skin Grafts
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna
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  • Humana
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Aetna
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    Curative EPO
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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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  • Medicare
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  • Assurant Health
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Open Access
  • Navigate HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Memorial Surgery & Trauma - Oak Park
    1717 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
  2. 2 Surgical Associates of Southwest Louisiana
    2770 3rd Ave Ste 120, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shimer
4.6
Based on 7 Reviews
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May 11, 2020
Dr. Shimer has excellent bedside manners. He is compassionate and I'm glad that he's my surgeon. If I ever need surgery, in the future again, he will be the one I call!
Trisha Gaffield — May 11, 2020
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Pennsylvania
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Lehigh Valley Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Shimer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shimer's profile.

Dr. Shimer frequently treats the following conditions: Cholecystitis and Gallstones and Gallstones. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Shimer, MD is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Shimer, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA