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Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 56
Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD
3.8 (21 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Wichita Falls, TX.
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Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 56
Wichita Falls, TX
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Wichita Falls, TX.

About

Dr. Kern Jr graduated from East Carolina University. Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Wichita Falls, TX and has 28 years experience. Dr. Kern Jr currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Kell West Regional Hospital, United Regional Health Care System, Graham Regional Medical Center, Nocona General Hospital, Olney Hamilton Hospital and Wilbarger General Hospital. Dr. Kern Jr has experience treating conditions like Low Back Pain and Cervical Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kern Jr received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Dr. Kern Jr's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kern Jr is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Low Back Pain
Cervical Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Low Back Pain
Cervical Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Low Back Pain
Cervical Stenosis
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Myelopathy
Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Back Pain
Cerebrovascular Disease
Epilepsy
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Lumbar Spine Fracture
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Subdural Hemorrhage
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Upper Back Pain
Brain Surgery
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Neurostimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Fusion
Acoustic Neuroma
Aneurysm
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Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Benign Neoplasm of Brain
Bone Cancer
Brain Abscess
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Cancer
Broken Neck
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebral Edema
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Cranial Trauma
Dural Tear
Hydrocephalus
Hypothalamus Cancer
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Meningiomas
Myelomalacia
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Secondary Malignancies
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Stroke
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Syringomyelia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Torticollis
Vertebral Column Tumors
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Disc Replacement
Herniated Disc Surgery
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Peripheral Nerve Block
Skull Base Surgery
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment

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Locations

  1. 1 Select ER Physicians PA
    3808 Kemp Blvd Ste A, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kern Jr
3.8
Based on 21 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (6)

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Patient Reviews
Oct 31, 2022
He is the Best ever. I have had neck and back surgery and honestly I think Dr Kern is very good Neurosurgeon. He has Great bedside manner and explains everything so well. I could not be more pleased with him. We are lucky to have him in Wichita Falls. I appreciate Randy, too. He is amazing. I highly recommend Dr Kern and his staff.
Carol Davis — Oct 31, 2022
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Specialties*
Neurosurgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • East Carolina University
    1996
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kern Jr's profile.

Dr. Kern Jr frequently treats the following conditions: Low Back Pain and Cervical Stenosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD is affiliated with Kell West Regional Hospital, United Regional Health Care System, Graham Regional Medical Center, Nocona General Hospital, Olney Hamilton Hospital and Wilbarger General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Kern Jr, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Kell West Regional Hospital

    5420 Kell Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX

  • United Regional Health Care System

    1600 11th St, Wichita Falls, TX

  • Graham Regional Medical Center

    1301 Montgomery Rd, Graham, TX

  • Nocona General Hospital

    100 Park Rd, Nocona, TX

  • Olney Hamilton Hospital

    901 W Hamilton St, Olney, TX

  • Wilbarger General Hospital

    920 Hillcrest Dr, Vernon, TX