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Dr. Robert Richards, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 74
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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 74
Chambersburg, PA
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience
Dr. Robert Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Chambersburg, PA.

About Dr. Robert Richards, MD

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 48 years experience. Dr. Richards has experience treating conditions like Patellar Chondromalacia, Joint Pain, Patellar Disorders, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), Chondromalacia, Genu Varum and Limb Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Richards's 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
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Chondromalacia
Joint Pain
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Chondromalacia
Genu Varum
Limb Pain
Bursitis
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Miner's Knee
Hip Tendinitis
Bursitis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Herniated Disc
Steroid Injection
Elbow Bursitis
Arthrocentesis
Sciatica
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Shoulder Bursitis
Osteoarthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Foot Infection
Degenerative Disc Disease
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Low Back Pain
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Meniscus Tear
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Shoulder Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Medial Epicondylitis
Genu Valgum
Hip Sprain
Achilles Tendinitis
Knee Replacement
Internal Derangement of Knee
Radiculopathy
Humerus Fracture
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Piriformis Syndrome
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Pelvic Fracture
Spine Deformities
Somatic Nerve Block
Peripheral Nerve Block
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Sacrum Disorders
Coccygeal Pain
Knee Osteophyte
Scoliosis
Bone Cancer
Tenosynovitis
Hip Pointer
Rotator Cuff Tear
Difficulty With Walking
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Gait Abnormality
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
Chronic Neck Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hip Dysplasia
Infective Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
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 Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hip
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Scapular Fracture
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
ACL Surgery
Arm Surgery
Bone Scan
Bunion Surgery
Bursal Drainage
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 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
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 Arthroscopy
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Meniscectomy
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
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Amalgamated Clothing & Textile Workers Union WC
  • KeyCare PPO
  • Humana
  • GEHA
  • Personal Choice PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • CoreSource
  • Universal American
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Dental
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Commercial Insurance Company
  • Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicaid
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • Cigna
  • Tricare
  • Capital Blue Cross

Where Dr. Robert Richards, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Pinnacle Health Medical Services
    144 S 8th St Ste 107, Chambersburg, PA 17201
  2. 2 Hecht Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    127 Walnut Bottom Rd, Shippensburg, PA 17257

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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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Meet Dr. Robert Richards, MD

Specialties*
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Richards's Practice

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

Dr. Richards frequently treats the following conditions: Patellar Chondromalacia, Joint Pain, Patellar Disorders, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), Chondromalacia, Genu Varum and Limb Pain. 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.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Bryn Mawr Hospital
    1979
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Temple University
    1983
Residency Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Robert Richards, MD Practices

  • 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

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