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Dr. Robert Richards, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 72
Dr. Robert Richards, MD
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Dr. Robert Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Chambersburg, PA.
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Dr. Robert Richards, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 72
Chambersburg, PA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience
Dr. Robert Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Chambersburg, PA.

About

Dr. Richards graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1978 and completed a residency at Temple University.Dr. Robert Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Chambersburg, PA and has 46 years experience. Dr. Richards currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital, UPMC Carlisle and WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital. Dr. Richards has experience treating conditions like Patellar Chondromalacia, Joint Pain and Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Richards received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Richards' office accepts new patients. Dr. Richards is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Patellar Chondromalacia
Joint Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Patellar Chondromalacia
Joint Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Patellar Chondromalacia
Joint Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Genu Varum
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Achilles Tendinitis
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Herniated Disc
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoporosis
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Bunionette
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Vertigo
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Impingement
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Infective Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
ACL Surgery
Arm Surgery
Bone Scan
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Spinal and Postural Screening
Spinal Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Universal American
  • Coventry Health Care
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Capital Blue Cross
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    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Dental
  • Cigna
  • Tricare
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicaid
  • KeyCare PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Richards Orthopaedics-UPMC
    144 S 8th St Ste 107, Chambersburg, PA 17201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 264-6211
  2. 2 Quest Diagnostics of Pennsylvania Inc
    144 S 8th St, Chambersburg, PA 17201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (717) 414-7798

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3.8
Based on 16 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (4)

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Apr 17, 2024
Dr Richards has a wonderful personality with his patients. He takes the time to make sure you understand. He is very caring and thorough.
Lisa Hoffman-Keener — Apr 17, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedics
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Bryn Mawr Hospital
    1979
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Temple University
    1983
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Richards, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Richards' profile.

Dr. Richards frequently treats the following conditions: Patellar Chondromalacia, Joint Pain and Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Richards, MD is affiliated with WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital, UPMC Carlisle and WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Richards, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital

    112 N 7th St, Chambersburg, PA

  • UPMC Carlisle

    361 Alexander Spring Rd, Carlisle, PA

  • WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital

    501 E Main St, Waynesboro, PA