Get to know General Surgeon Dr. Richard C. Wootan, who serves patients in Dallas, Texas.

Dr. Richard Wootan is a general surgeon practicing in Dallas, TX. Dr. Wootan specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. Dr. Wootan provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures. Dr. Richard Wootan has over 35 years of experience providing surgical care for patients throughout Dallas. He is Board Certified and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His specialties include General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, and Robotic Surgery. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including City Hospital at White Rock and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. He received his medical degree from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Richard C. Wootan, MD, FACS, attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, and received his medical degree in 1977. Then, he served his internship at St. Paul Medical Center in Dallas, TX (1977-1978). Furthermore, he conducted his general surgery residency at Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas, TX (1978-1982). In addition, Dr. Wootan received board certification in general surgery from the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Wootan remains an active member of the Texas Medical Association, the Texas Surgical Society, and the Dallas County Medical Society. Moreover, he attained fellowship of the American College of Surgeons. In addition to his medical degree, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree Summa Cum Laude acquired at Texas A&M University (1973). Dr. Wootan was included among D Magazine’s Top Doctors, Texas Monthly’s Texas Super Doctors (2004-2018), and the Consumers’ Research Council of America Top Surgeons.  Dr. Wootan dedicates his spare time to his family and fly fishing. For more information about Dr. Richard C. Wootan, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/1139706-Richard-Wootan-surgeon-Dallas-TX-75218.