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Dr. Richard Schwend, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Richard Schwend, MD
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Dr. Richard Schwend, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Kansas City, MO.
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Dr. Richard Schwend, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
Kansas City, MO
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
Dr. Richard Schwend, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Kansas City, MO.

About

Dr. Schwend graduated from SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER. Dr. Richard Schwend, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Kansas City, MO and has 45 years experience. Dr. Schwend currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus, Kearny County Hospital and Ray County Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Schwend received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Schwend's office accepts new patients. Dr. Schwend is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Children's Mercy Kansas City
    2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (816) 234-3693
  2. 2 Office
    5808 W 110th St, Leawood, KS 66211
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (816) 234-3693

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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Pediatrics
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Richard Schwend, MD is affiliated with Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus, Kearny County Hospital and Ray County Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Schwend, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus

    2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO

  • Kearny County Hospital

    500 E Thorpe St, Lakin, KS

  • Ray County Memorial Hospital

    904 Wollard Blvd, Richmond, MO