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Dr. Brett Richards, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.0 (30)
Map Pin Small Ogden, UT
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Brett Richards, MD

Dr. Brett Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Ogden, UT. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from Ross University and is affiliated with Mckay Dee Hospital, Ogden Regional Medical Center and Holy Cross Hospital - Davis. Dr. Richards, completed a residency at Louisiana State University. Patients rated Dr. Richards an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Richards works at Practice in Ogden, UT with other offices in Layton, UT. They frequently treat conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Richards' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ogden Clinic Specialty Services
    4700 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, UT 84403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (801) 475-3300
    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
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Ogden Clinic
    4700 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, UT 84403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (801) 475-3340
  3. 3
    Office
    4364 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (801) 479-3300
  4. 4
    Centura Holy Cross Hospital - Davis
    1600 W Antelope Dr, Layton, UT 84041 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (801) 807-1000
  5. 5
    Intermountain Neurology
    6112 S 1550 E, Ogden, UT 84405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (801) 475-3800

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Mckay Dee Hospital
  • Ogden Regional Medical Center
  • Holy Cross Hospital - Davis

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Trigger Finger
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Disorders
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Disorders
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Fracture
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Joint Injection
Knee Surgery
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Tommy John Surgery
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement
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    4.0
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    Based on 30 ratings
    Patient Ratings (30)
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    2 Star
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    1 Star
    (7)
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    About Dr. Brett Richards, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1356470033
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Utah
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Louisiana State University
    Residency
    Internship
    • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Ross University
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Texas A&M University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Brett Richards, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Richards is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Richards has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Richards has seen patients for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Richards on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    30 patients have reviewed Dr. Richards. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Richards.

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