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Dr. Richard Tu, DPM

Podiatry* Age 48
Dr. Richard Tu, DPM
4.5 (8 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Tu, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist in Coronado, CA.
Dr. Richard Tu, DPM
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Dr. Richard Tu, DPM

Podiatry* Age 48
Coronado, CA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
Dr. Richard Tu, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist in Coronado, CA.

About

Dr. Tu graduated from California School of Podiatric Medicine in 2004 and completed a residency at St. Mary's Medical Center San Francisco.Dr. Richard Tu, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist in Coronado, CA and has 20 years experience. Dr. Tu currently practices at University Foot and Ankle Specialists, Inc. and are affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital. Dr. Tu has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain, Foot Infection and Achilles Tendinitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tu received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Tu's office accepts new patients. Dr. Tu also speaks Spanish and Vietnamese. Dr. Tu is board certified in Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Foot Infection
Achilles Tendinitis
Limb Pain
Foot Infection
Achilles Tendinitis
Foot Sprain
Bunion
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Gout
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Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Plantar Fasciitis
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Hammer Toe Repair
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Ankle Disorders
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Injury
Ankle Instability
Ankle Laxity
Ankle Ligament Rupture
Ankle Misalignment
Ankle Sprain
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Avulsion Fracture
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bunionette
Calcaneus Fracture
Complex Fractures
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Compound Fracture
Compression Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Extra-Articular Fracture
Foot and Ankle Disorders
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Foot Deformities
Foot Fracture
Foot Injuries
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Heel Pain
Ingrown Toenail
Insufficiency Fracture
Intra-Articular Fracture
Joint Fracture
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Metatarsal Fracture
Morton's Neuroma
Pathologic Fracture
Pediatric Ankle Fractures
Pediatric Fractures
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scoliosis
Simple Fractures
Spine Deformities
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture
Tibia Fracture
Toe Fractures
Ulcer of Foot
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Fracture Repair
Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
Ankle Replacement
Ankle Surgery
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Flatfoot Correction
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot and Ankle Reconstruction
Foot Surgery
Forefoot Reconstruction
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Ingrown Toenail Surgery
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Midfoot Fracture and-or Dislocation Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reconstructive Ankle Surgery
Reconstructive Foot Surgery
Somatic Nerve Block
Wound Care and Management

Insurance Accepted

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  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Aetna
  • Interplan Health Group
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
  • Humana
  • Elderplan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Pacific Health Alliance
  • USA Health Network
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  • Private HealthCare Systems
  • United Healthcare
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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Pacific Foundation for Medical Care

Locations

  1. 1 Coronado
    230 Prospect Pl Ste 210, Coronado, CA 92118
  2. 2 San Diego
    4475 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105

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Jun 16, 2024
Within 3 visits, Dr. Tu has me walking without pain and without surgery. I highly recommend him!
Doug Seabolt — Jun 16, 2024
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Vietnamese
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Podiatry
Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Podiatry Sports Medicine
Podiatric Surgery
Pediatric Podiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • California School of Podiatric Medicine
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • St. Marys Medical Center San Francisco
    2005
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • St. Mary's Medical Center San Francisco
    2007
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Texas, San Antonio
    2004
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Tu frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain, Foot Infection and Achilles Tendinitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Tu, DPM is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Tu, DPM holds board certification in Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA