Expertise in
1
conditions
Expertise in
1
conditions
3601 5th Avenue, Suite 2B, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

J. Steuart Richards, MD, is a rheumatologist and is certified in rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from University of the West Indies and completed his residency and  fellowship at Georgetown University. Dr. Richards’ clinical interests include crystalline arthropathies, rheumatoid arthritis and spondylarthritis, and his research interests include comorbidities in rheumatic disease and gout. He has published many articles in peer reviewed journals and is a member of American College of Rheumatology, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, International Society for Clinical Densitometry, and the Caribbean Association for Rheumatology.

Dr. Richards is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, Relapsing Polychondritis, and Arthritis.

Dr. Richards is board certified in International Society For Clinical Densitometry, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

International Society For Clinical Densitometry
American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Georgetown University School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center
3601 5th Avenue, Suite 2B, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John S. Richards

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Is Dr. John S. Richards a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John S. Richards is classified as an Advanced expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. John S. Richards specialize in?

While Dr. John S. Richards is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, and Relapsing Polychondritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. John S. Richards participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John S. Richards has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. John S. Richards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John S. Richards accept my insurance?

Dr. John S. Richards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-530-6281 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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