Richard R. Whitlock M.D., Cardiologist
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Richard R. Whitlock M.D.

Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology

4/5(8)
1348 Walton Way Suite 5100 Augusta Georgia, 30901
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About

Dr. Richard Whitlock is a cardiologist practicing in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Whitlock specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Whitlock also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.

Education and Training

Medical University of South Carolina

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1974

Board Certification

Internal Medicine

Cardiovascular Disease

Interventional Cardiology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 51 years of experience
Richard R. Whitlock M.D.
Richard R. Whitlock M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • Acid reflux and the Pfizer vaccine?

    I believe it would be safe. GI symptoms that have been reported with any frequency have been vomiting and diarrhea. I am not aware relux symptoms having been reported READ MORE

  • ECG question?

    A QRS axis of -30 is mildly abnormal. I would need to see the tracing to render an opinion. READ MORE

  • Is there any treatment for heart attacks?

    If a patient arrives soon after the heart attack has started, the most effective treatment is to take the patient quickly to the cardiac cath lab where coronary arteriography is performed. A heart attack usually involves the production of an occlusion in an artery to the heart muscle when a cholesterol plaque ruptures or erodes through, causing a blood clot to form. READ MORE

  • What lab values indicate myocardial infarction?

    The most specific lab value is an enzyme called troponin-I in addition to an EKG. Another less sensitive enzyme is CPK or CK. Both are very sensitive. Troponin is more specific but can also be slightly elevated in the absence of a heart attack in times of stress to the heart such as severely elevated blood pressure or prolonged fast heart rates. It has been found to be elevated in times of renal failure. READ MORE

  • What is the normal rhythm of the heart?

    It is a regular rhythm that originates from our inherent pacemaker that we are born with. That is the sinus node which is located at the upper right portion of the right atrium READ MORE

  • Can sugar cause an irregular heartbeat?

    Not directly. I’m not aware of any instance of sugar loading causing a heart rhythm problem. Long term excessive carbohydrate and calories can lead to obesity and its associated risk factors (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes) eventually resulting in heart disease and possible rhythm problems READ MORE

  • How often should I get my heart checked?

    How often would depend on what is found at the initial evaluation. Your symptoms would determine what is done to evaluate you initially READ MORE

  • My mother is suffering from breathlessness but the 2-d echo shows normal. Why?

    I would like to know more; does she have a cough, any chest discomfort associated with the shortness of breath. Previous smoker? Does she awaken with shortness of breath during the night? Is she able to lie down on one pillow without shortness of breath? Other tests to consider might include a chest X-ray, pulmonary function tests, or possibly nuclear stress testing. READ MORE

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Former Assistant Professor of Medicine, Medical College of Georgia -

Treatments

  • High Cholesterol
  • Heart Disease
  • Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
  • Pain
  • Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
  • Vascular Disease

Internships

  • Bowman-Gray School of Medicine

Fellowships

  • Medical College of Georgia

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Medical Association, Christian Medical and Dental Associations

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Hard Work

Richard R. Whitlock M.D.'s Practice location

1348 Walton Way Suite 5100 -
Augusta, Georgia 30901
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New patients: 706-724-8611, 706-724-6202, 706-288-3377
Fax: 706-724-6202
www.myech.org

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Patient Experience with Dr. Whitlock


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Richard R. Whitlock M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 8 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Cardiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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