Overview
Dr. Kelly Richardson is a highly experienced physician-scientist and cardiac electrophysiologist with The Chattanooga Heart Institute. She specializes in Cardiology and Electrophysiology, Dr. Richardson is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.A native of Chattanooga, she started her journey by earning her Bachelor of Science degree with highest distinction from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before graduating with high honors from Vanderbilt Medical School. She then completed her Internal Medicine residency at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston.Because of her passion for cardiology, Dr. Richardson pursued fellowships in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology at Stanford University, as well as a fellowship in Biodesign, which combined medicine and engineering. Prior to joining The Chattanooga Heart Institute and returning to Chattanooga, she served as a cardiac electrophysiologist and clinical instructor in the San Francisco Bay area.Dr. Richardson believes in the importance of educating her patients about their diagnoses and treatment options. She empowers patients to make informed decisions that align with their wishes. Her journey into medicine stemmed from a love of science and a desire to help others, which she finds fulfilling.She is passionate about her specialty and chose cardiology and specifically electrophysiology because it combines complex problem-solving with hands-on procedures. The field is constantly evolving, especially with advancements in ablation technology, which is both exciting and rewarding.Outside of her professional life, Dr. Richardson enjoys hiking with her husband and children, traveling, and playing tennis.
Dr. Richardson is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, Ectopic Heartbeat, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2501 Citico Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404
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. Kelly R. Richardson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly R. Richardson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kelly R. Richardson by calling their office at 423-697-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kelly R. Richardson a top-rated expert for Atrial Fibrillation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kelly R. Richardson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Atrial Fibrillation, 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. Kelly R. Richardson specialize in?
While Dr. Kelly R. Richardson is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, and Ectopic Heartbeat. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Kelly R. Richardson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kelly R. Richardson has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atrial Fibrillation. You can view a list of Dr. Kelly R. Richardson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kelly R. Richardson accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelly R. Richardson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-697-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Richardson isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Richardson isDistinguished. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- FaintingDr. Richardson isDistinguished. Learn about Fainting.
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- AnginaDr. Richardson isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Richardson isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Richardson isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Richardson isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Richardson isAdvanced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Experienced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular CardiomyopathyDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Cardiac AblationDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Ablation.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.