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Dr. Richard Ferro, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 57
Dr. Richard Ferro, MD
3.9 (7 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Ferro, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 57
Wilmington, NC
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Richard Ferro, MD works in Wilmington, NC as a Sports Medicine Specialist and has 30 years experience.

They are board certified in Family Practice and graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1994. Dr. Ferro completed a residency at University Of Medicine and Dentistry Of New Jersey/Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency. Dr. Ferro has has worked on more claims relating to Wrist Sprain or Strain, Limb Pain and Acute Upper Respiratory Infection than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Ferro has received an average rating of 3.9 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. They are affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Ferro practices at Practice in Wilmington, NC and has additional offices in Fayetteville, NC.

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    6832 Market St # A, Wilmington, NC 28405
  2. 2 Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
    1638 Owen Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304
  3. 3 Office
    150 Robeson St, Fayetteville, NC 28301

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Aug 11, 2022
They handled an extremely complicated urgent case, with ease and thoughtful consideration. I would recommend them to anybody seeking urgent care. Stay away from Nhrmc, they overmedicate, can be flipent and surely will one of the rudest hospitals around.
Cynthia Gierer — Aug 11, 2022
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Specialties*
Sports Medicine
Family Medicine
Occupational Medicine
Urgent Care Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Medicine and Dentistry Of New Jersey/Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Sports Medicine Fellowship
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Richard Ferro, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Ferro accepts Aetna, Assurant Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Ferro accepts here.

Dr. Ferro frequently sees patients for Wrist Sprain or Strain, Limb Pain and Acute Upper Respiratory Infection.

Dr. Ferro has a star rating of 3.9/5 and has been reviewed 7 times.

Dr. Ferro is board certified in Family Practice.

Dr. Ferro has been practicing as a Sports Medicine Specialist for 30 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)