Dr. Robert Richards, MD
Dr. Robert Richards, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Chambersburg, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Carlisle and WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
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144 S 8th St Ste 107 Chambersburg, PA 17201Make an Appointment
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care philosophy
It is important to educate patients about their orthopedic condition, listen to their concerns, and allow them to make an informed decision. Our goal is to restore all patients, young and old, to their highest possible level of functional activity.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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Temple University
Residency Hospital, 1983Bryn Mawr Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1979Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1978Bucknell Universty
Undergraduate School, 1974
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Learn more about medical license public record checkDoctor Launches New Orthopedic Group, 10/13/12
Eastern Orthopaedic Association, Past President, 2010
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- Recipient of 33
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home79%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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