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Dr. Richard Lou, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
4.9 (36)
Map Pin Small Akron, OH
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Lou, MD

Dr. Richard Lou, MD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Akron, OH. They specialize in Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Surgery. They graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and is affiliated with Akron Children's Hospital. Dr. Lou, completed a residency at University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Centers. Patients rated Dr. Lou an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Lou works at Practice in Akron, OH. They frequently treat conditions like Burn Injuries along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lou's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Akron Children's Hospital Path
    1 Perkins Sq, Akron, OH 44308 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 543-8224

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  • Akron Children's Hospital

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    About Dr. Richard Lou, MD

    Specialties*
    • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 19 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1508081522
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Centers
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Southern Methodist University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Critical Care Surgery, General Surgery and Plastic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Richard Lou, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lou is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lou accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Lou has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lou has seen patients for Burn Injuries, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lou on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    36 patients have reviewed Dr. Lou. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lou.

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