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Dr. Richard Stahl, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
4.1 (8)
Map Pin Small La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Stahl, MD

Dr. Richard Stahl, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Cardiothoracic Surgery, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine and is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. Dr. Stahl, completed a residency at Lac Usc Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Stahl an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Stahl works at Scripps Cardiovas & Thrc Srgy in La Jolla, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California 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. Stahl's Office Locations

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    Scripps Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Center
    9898 Genesee Ave Fl 3, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 824-5363

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  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

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Acute Coronary Syndrome
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Atrial Septal Defect
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Coronary Artery Aneurysm
Coronary Artery Dissection
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Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
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Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
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Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Traumatic Brain Injury
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Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
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Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Heart Defect Repair
Impella Device
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
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Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
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    Specialties*
    • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 38 years of experience
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    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1164420782
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Utah
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Lac Usc Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Lac Usc Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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    Dr. Richard Stahl, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Stahl is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

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

    Dr. Stahl works at Scripps Cardiovas & Thrc Srgy in La Jolla, CA. View the full address on Dr. Stahl’s profile.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Stahl. The overall rating for this provider is 4.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Stahl.

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