Richard Keene, NP


Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Internal Medicine

Specialty

Hospice-Palliative Medicine

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CoreCivic
206 Woodlake Cir
Douglas, Georgia 31535
For an appointment, call (615) 263-3000
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About Richard Keene, NP

Richard Keene, NP is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Douglas, Georgia at CoreCivic.
 

Conditions Treated

Acid Reflux (GER / GERD)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Osteoarthritis
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema)
Diabetes - Type 2
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Osteoporosis

Procedures & Services

Cancer Screening
Stop Smoking

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. 

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...
I have long COVID. Should I be concerned about getting another COVID vaccine?
Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), refers to the persistence of symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, and muscle pain, among others, afte...
My father is taking levodopa for his Parkinson's Disease but his condition is worsening again. What can he do next?
Levodopa is the most commonly used medication for treating the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, it works by increasing the levels of dopamine in the brain, which can help to improve symptoms such ...
What medications can help control my glucose levels with diabetes type 2?
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
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...