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Dr. Richard Tu, DPM

Podiatry*
4.4 (7)
Map Pin Small Coronado, CA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Tu, DPM

Dr. Richard Tu, DPM is a Podiatry Specialist in Coronado, CA. They specialize in Podiatry, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine. They graduated from California School of Podiatric Medicine and is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital. Dr. Tu, completed a residency at St. Mary's Medical Center San Francisco. Patients rated Dr. Tu an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Tu works at University Foot and Ankle Specialists, Inc. in Coronado, CA with other offices in San Diego, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain and Foot Infection along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield 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. Tu's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Coronado
    230 Prospect Pl Ste 210, Coronado, CA 92118 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 269-4747
  2. 2
    San Diego
    4475 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 269-4747

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Limb Pain
Foot Infection
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Limb Pain
Foot Infection
Nail Avulsion and Excision

Treatment frequency



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Limb Pain
Foot Infection
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Achilles Tendinitis
Bunion
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Foot Sprain
Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Plantar Fasciitis
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Hammer Toe Repair
Ankle Disorders
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Injury
Ankle Instability
Ankle Laxity
Ankle Ligament Rupture
Ankle Misalignment
Ankle Sprain
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Avulsion Fracture
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bunionette
Calcaneus Fracture
Complex Fractures
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Compound Fracture
Compression Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Extra-Articular Fracture
Foot and Ankle Disorders
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot Conditions
Foot Deformities
Foot Fracture
Foot Injuries
Fracture
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Fractured Lower Leg
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Heel Pain
Ingrown Toenail
Insufficiency Fracture
Intra-Articular Fracture
Joint Fracture
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Metatarsal Fracture
Morton's Neuroma
Osteoarthritis
Pathologic Fracture
Pediatric Ankle Fractures
Pediatric Fractures
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Simple Fractures
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture
Tibia Fracture
Toe Fractures
Ulcer of Foot
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Fracture Repair
Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
Ankle Replacement
Ankle Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Flatfoot Correction
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot and Ankle Reconstruction
Foot Surgery
Forefoot Reconstruction
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Ingrown Toenail Surgery
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Joint Drainage
Midfoot Fracture and-or Dislocation Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reconstructive Ankle Surgery
Reconstructive Foot Surgery
Wound Care and Management
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    About Dr. Richard Tu, DPM

    Specialties*
    • Podiatry

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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish and Vietnamese
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    NPI Number
    • 1134270994
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Texas, San Antonio
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • St. Mary's Medical Center San Francisco
    Residency
    Internship
    • St. Marys Medical Center San Francisco
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • California School of Podiatric Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of California at San Diego
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

    Dr. Tu has seen patients for Limb Pain and Foot Infection, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Tu on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    Dr. Tu speaks Spanish and Vietnamese.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Tu. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Tu.

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