Richard Keene, NP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Internal Medicine
Specialty
Hospice-Palliative Medicine
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Richard Keene, NP is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Douglas, Georgia at CoreCivic.
Tips & Wisdom
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Elevated blood pressure (hypertension) is dangerous if uncontrolled. Over time, uncontrolled hypertension can damage your heart, kidneys, and even lead to a stroke...and possibly death. See your healthcare provider today and take control of your blood pressure.
Elevated blood pressure (hypertension) is dangerous if uncontrolled. Over time, uncontrolled hypertension can damage your heart, kidneys, and even lead to a stroke...and possibly death. See your healthcare provider today and take control of your blood pressure.
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce my blood pressure without taking medication?
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
I have high cholesterol. When should I consider starting a statin?
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
What are new ways to monitor my glucose levels with diabetes?
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
There are several new ways to monitor glucose levels for people with diabetes, including:Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) - These devices measure glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (the fluid b...
What are the risks for an adult with atrial septal defect?
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect in which there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria). In adults, the risks associated wi...
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect in which there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria). In adults, the risks associated wi...
When should I consider taking a medication for osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become brittle and fragile, increasing the risk of fractures. Medications for osteoporosis are typically recommended when a person is at high risk ...
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become brittle and fragile, increasing the risk of fractures. Medications for osteoporosis are typically recommended when a person is at high risk ...