Dr. Ward Richardson
Overview
Ward Richardson, MD, is a pediatric surgeon and is certified in both general surgery and pediatric surgery through the American Board of Surgery. He is director of the Benedum Pediatric Trauma Program and is assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center followed by his fellowship at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Richardson’s clinical interests include neonatal surgery, intestinal failure, minimally invasive surgery, chest wall deformities, tumors, lung and esophageal surgery, Hirschsprung’s disease, and anorectal malformations. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Richardson is a member of The American College of Surgeons and the Pediatric Trauma Society. He is on the UPMC Trauma Leadership Council and is an instructor teaching Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). He is the proud father of two daughters.View the full list of Dr. Richardson’s publications on PubMed.
His clinical expertise encompasses Traumatic Brain Injury and Craniectomy.
Dr. Richardson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Pediatrics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
2599 Wexford Bayne Road, Sewickley, PA 15143
205 Millers Run Road, Bridgeville, PA 15017
4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ward Richardson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ward Richardson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ward Richardson by calling their office at 412-530-5960. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ward Richardson a top-rated expert for Craniectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ward Richardson is classified as an Experienced expert for Craniectomy, 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. Ward Richardson specialize in?
While Dr. Ward Richardson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Craniectomy, Traumatic Brain Injury. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ward Richardson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ward Richardson has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Craniectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Ward Richardson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ward Richardson accept my insurance?
Dr. Ward Richardson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-530-5960 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CraniectomyDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Craniectomy.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Richardson isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.