About
Richard B. Bullock, MD, FACP earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences Summa Cum Laude from The City College of New York, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education in 1979. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 1981. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at The Mount Sinai Hospital, finishing in 1984.
Dr. Bullock holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and geriatric medicine. He also holds certification from the National Board of Medical Examiners, the American Medical Directors Association as a Certified Medical Director, and the American Heart Association as a Certified ACLS Instructor. He has served as an Attending Physician at John F. Kennedy Medical Center since 1986 and sits on its Board of Directors. Since 1992, he has served as Site Director for second-year medical students at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He serves as Medical Director at Whispering Knoll Assisted Living Facility and The Highlands, a Care One long-term care facility. He also serves as President of both the New Jersey Chapter of the American Medical Directors Association and the New Jersey Long Term Care Coalition. New York Magazine named him One of the Best in Geriatrics in the Tri-State Area five times, and Castle and Connolly recognized him annually from 1999 through 2021. Dr. Bullock is passionate about healthy aging, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, stress management, and depression and anxiety care. He views every patient relationship as a long-term partnership built on trust, dedication, and current medical knowledge.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The City College of New York, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, BS Biomedical Sciences, 1979, Summa Cum Laude
Medical School
The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY, Doctorate of Medicine, 1981
Residency
The Mount Sinai Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1981-1984
Additional Training
Certified Medical Director, American Medical Directors Association; Certified ACLS Instructor, American Heart Association; Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bullock right for?
Dr. Bullock is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a deeply experienced internist and geriatrician. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or hyperlipidemia benefit from his focused clinical approach. Older adults navigating healthy aging or complex care needs find particular value in his geriatric expertise. His practice also works well for patients dealing with stress, depression, or anxiety alongside physical health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bullock focuses on hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, stress, depression and anxiety, and healthy aging. He holds dual board certification in internal medicine and geriatric medicine, giving him a broad clinical foundation. He is particularly experienced in managing complex chronic conditions in adult and older adult patients.
Yes, Dr. Bullock holds dual board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine in both internal medicine and geriatric medicine. He also holds certification from the National Board of Medical Examiners and serves as a Certified Medical Director through the American Medical Directors Association.
Dr. Bullock earned his medical degree from The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 1981. He completed his residency in internal medicine at The Mount Sinai Hospital, finishing in 1984. Before medical school, he graduated Summa Cum Laude from The City College of New York, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education.
Yes, New York Magazine named Dr. Bullock One of the Best in Geriatrics in the Tri-State Area five times between 2000 and 2005. Castle Connolly recognized him as a Best Doctor in the NY Metro Area every year from 1999 through 2021. These recognitions reflect more than two decades of consistent peer-acknowledged excellence.
Yes, Dr. Bullock has served as an Attending Physician at John F. Kennedy Medical Center since 1986 and sits on its Board of Directors. Since 1992, he has served as Site Director for second-year medical students at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He also serves as Medical Director at Whispering Knoll Assisted Living Facility and The Highlands, a Care One long-term care facility.
Dr. Bullock views every patient relationship as a long-term partnership. He prioritizes trust, dedication, and up-to-date medical knowledge in each interaction. His clinical philosophy centers on preventive care, proactive chronic disease management, and personalized wellness planning.
Yes, geriatric medicine is one of Dr. Bullock's two board certifications. He has extensive experience caring for older adults, including serving as Medical Director at assisted living and long-term care facilities. Patients navigating aging-related health concerns find his dual expertise in internal and geriatric medicine especially valuable.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026