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Dr. Christopher Richards, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
5.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Fredericksburg, VA
Accepting new patients
11 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Christopher Richards, MD

Dr. Christopher Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Fredericksburg, VA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 11 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Thomas Jefferson and is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital and Stafford Hospital. Dr. Richards, completed a residency at Cooper Hospital University Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Richards an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Richards works at Practice in Fredericksburg, VA with other offices in Stafford, VA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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
    Fredericksburg Orthopaedic Associates PC
    3310 Fall Hill Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 373-4602
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:00 - 12:15
  2. 2
    Mary Washington Orthopedics in Affiliation With Foa
    4710 Spotsylvania Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 373-4602
    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
  3. 3
    Mary Washington Healthcare Physicians
    90 GREENSPRING DR, Stafford, VA 22554 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 373-4602
    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
  4. 4
    Orthopedic Specialty Clinic Ltd
    9530 Cosner Dr Ste 101, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 373-4602

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  • Mary Washington Hospital
  • Stafford Hospital

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Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Tibial Fracture
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Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
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Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
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De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Injuries
Knee Ligament Rupture
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Injuries
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Sports Injuries of the Knee
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
ACL Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Frenectomy
Glenoid Labrum Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hip Dislocation
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Cartilage Implantation
Knee Cartilage Repair
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
Knee Tendon Repair
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Rotator Cuff and Labral Repair
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Stabilizations
Shoulder Surgery
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 11 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1952734311
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Cooper Hospital University Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Thomas Jefferson
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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