Summary

Dr. Benjamin Richards is a surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery with an impressive 71 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his distinguished career in surgery. Dr. Richards provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Richards practices in Monterey, California, where he focuses on surgical treatments for conditions affecting the colon and rectum. His extensive experience spanning more than seven decades has given him deep expertise in managing complex colorectal conditions. He brings decades of surgical knowledge to each patient consultation and treatment plan.

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Quick Facts

  • 71 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Benjamin Tucker Richards

757 Pacific St Ste D2Monterey, CA 93940

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
71 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English Speaks English
Monterey , CAWatsonville , CAWatsonville , CASanta Cruz , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Cebu Institute Of Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Benjamin Tucker Richards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Benjamin Tucker Richards has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • General Surgery
  • Proctology

Certifications, License, & Education

71 Years Experience

Dr. Benjamin Tucker Richards holds an inactive medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of California.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1955.

NPI Number

Dr. Richards' NPI number is 1609973031.

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Dr. Benjamin Richards speaks English.

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