Summary

Dr. Richard Schwend is an orthopedic surgeon with nearly five decades of medical experience. They graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed their residency at Harvard University. With 47 years in practice, Dr. Schwend brings extensive expertise to orthopedic care. They communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Schwend practices at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, and is affiliated with Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus. They specialize in treating joint pain and stiffness, as well as helping patients who have difficulty with trunk control. Dr. Schwend's approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.7 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 47 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Harvard University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Childrens Mercy Hospital

2401 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64108

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Orthopedic SurgeryNurse PractitionerHand SurgeryAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients
4.7 
47 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Kansas City , MOOverland Park , KSKansas City , KSOverland Park , KS
Med School: SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: Washington University-Topeka Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard M Schwend

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard M Schwend has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard M Schwend has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Femoral Fractures
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Kyphosis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spondylolisthesis

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Harvard University

Medical School

SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1979

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What languages does Dr. Richard Schwend speak?
Dr. Richard Schwend speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Schwend affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Schwend is affiliated with Childrens Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus.
Where is Dr. Richard Schwend's office located?
Dr. Richard Schwend's office is located at 2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64108.

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