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
Do I need surgery for my ACL injury?
The decision to have surgery for an ACL injury typically depends on the severity of the injury and the individual's activity level and goals. In general, if you are an athlete or have an active li...
The decision to have surgery for an ACL injury typically depends on the severity of the injury and the individual's activity level and goals. In general, if you are an athlete or have an active li...
I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
My PSA is elevated. What should I do next?
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
What are treatment options for an enlarged prostate?
An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects many men as they age. Treatment options for an enlarged prostate will depend on the severity ...
An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects many men as they age. Treatment options for an enlarged prostate will depend on the severity ...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...