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Dr. Ricardo Puertas, MD

Family Medicine* Age 62
Dr. Ricardo Puertas, MD

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Dr. Ricardo Puertas, MD

Family Medicine* Age 62
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ricardo Puertas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA.

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Dr. Ricardo Puertas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA and has 33 years experience. They graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. They currently practice at Practice. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Puertas also speaks Spanish. Dr. Puertas is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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

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Male Sexual Conditions
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Symptomatic Menopause
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Hepatitis A Screening
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Locations

  1. 1 Altamed Medical Group Commerce Fp
    5427 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    1991
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  • Family Practice
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Yes, Dr. Ricardo Puertas, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.