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Dr. Paul Richards, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.9 (100)
Map Pin Small Fort Myers, FL
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Paul Richards, MD

Dr. Paul Richards, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Fort Myers, FL. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 32 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital, Cape Coral Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center and Hendry Regional Medical Center. Dr. Richards, completed a residency at Orlando Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Richards an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Richards works at Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida in Fort Myers, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida 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

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    Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida
    14601 Hope Center Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33912 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (239) 334-7000
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Lee Memorial Hospital
  • Cape Coral Hospital
  • Gulf Coast Medical Center
  • Hendry Regional Medical Center

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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.
Neuroplasty
Limb Pain
Trigger Finger Release
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Cervical Radiculopathy
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Medial Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
De Quervain's Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Peripheral Nerve Block
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Wrist Replacement
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Impingement
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Cancer
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Chondrocalcinosis
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Still's Disease
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Synovial Biopsy
Tommy John Surgery
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
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    4.9
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    Based on 100 ratings
    Patient Ratings (100)
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1841293065
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Orlando Regional Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Florida College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Paul 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 works at Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida in Fort Myers, FL. View the full address on Dr. Richards’s profile.

    Dr. Richards has seen patients for Limb Pain, 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.

    100 patients have reviewed Dr. Richards. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Richards.

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