About
Dr. Richard Joshua Shepard, DO, is a family medicine doctor in New York, New York, board certified in Pediatrics. He trained at Des Moines University Medicine & Health Sciences and completed residencies and a fellowship at St. Vincents Hospital and State University of New York At Stony Brook.
Dr. Shepard treats common conditions including hypothyroidism, high cholesterol, vitamin D deficiency, high blood pressure and influenza, and his procedures include routine adult exams, adult screening blood tests, cancer screenings and adult vaccines. He practices at New York University, Immediate Medical Care of Manhattan, Sunrise Medical Laboratories and NYU Langone Ambulatory Care West Side, and speaks English and Spanish. His approach centers on treating each patient as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond physical symptoms alone. He prioritizes creating an environment where patients feel heard and understood, working with his team to ensure every patient feels welcome and cared for throughout their visit.
Conditions Treated
- Breast cancer screening
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Influenza
- Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol)
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Specialized Treatments
- Adult screening blood tests
- Annual physical
- Colon cancer screening
- Immunization
- Primary care
- Vaccination
- Adult vaccines
- Annual wellness visit
- Flu vaccine
- Preventive health care
- Routine adult exam
Insurances Accepted
Most common in New York
Others
Insurance coverage can vary by location and plan. Confirm directly with the provider's office when you schedule.