Dr. Richisa Salazar MD, PhD, Msph
About Dr. Richisa Salazar MD, PhD, Msph
Dr. Richisa Salazar is an Emergency Medicine Physician with extensive experience in healthcare, currently working at multiple institutions in Georgia. She holds an MD, a PhD in Grief Counseling, and a Master's in Public Health, and serves as CEO of RICHISAMD, PLLC.
Work at Envision Healthcare
Dr. Richisa Salazar has served as an Emergency Medicine Physician at Envision Healthcare since 2012. With over a decade of experience in this role, she operates primarily in Georgia, United States. Her responsibilities include providing emergency medical care and managing acute patient conditions in a fast-paced environment. Envision Healthcare is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality emergency services.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her position at Envision Healthcare, Dr. Salazar holds multiple roles. She has been an Emergency Medicine Physician at ApolloMD since 2012, contributing to her extensive experience in emergency medicine. Since 2018, she has also worked as an Adjunct Professor at Jackson State University, where she shares her knowledge with students. Furthermore, she serves as a Civil Surgeon at Metropolitan Medical Clinic since 2023, providing essential medical services in Atlanta, Georgia.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Salazar's educational background includes a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Meharry Medical College, completed from 2003 to 2008. She also holds a Master's of Science in Public Health from Meharry Medical College, achieved between 2001 and 2003. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Jackson State University from 1998 to 2001. Dr. Salazar furthered her studies with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Grief Counseling, Death and Dying from the Wellington Institute in 2019.
Professional Licensure
As of October 2023, Dr. Richisa Salazar is licensed to practice medicine in the state of Florida. This licensure allows her to provide medical care and services in compliance with state regulations, enhancing her ability to serve patients across different locations.
Leadership Role
Dr. Salazar is the CEO of RICHISAMD, PLLC, located in Marietta, Georgia. In this leadership role, she oversees the operations of her practice, focusing on delivering quality healthcare services. Her position reflects her commitment to advancing healthcare delivery and her expertise in emergency medicine.