Summary

Dr. Charles Richards is an ophthalmologist who specializes in surgery, bringing 29 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at the University of North Carolina Health System. Dr. Richards speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Richards practices at locations in Winston Salem and Greensboro, North Carolina, with affiliations at several major medical centers including Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, and The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital. He focuses on treating serious retinal conditions such as retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration. His surgical expertise includes retinal detachment surgery, and he uses advanced diagnostic tools like optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients rate Dr. Richards 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 29 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of North Carolina Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr Charles Patrick Richards has 10 locations

Piedmont Retina Specialists Pa

195 Kimel Park Dr Ste 100Winston Salem, NC 27103
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Piedmont Retina Specialists Pa

1132 N Church St Ste 103Greensboro, NC 27401
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Piedmont Retina Specialists

180 Kimel Park DrWinston Salem, NC 27103

Piedmont Retina Specialists

180 Kimel Park Dr Ste 110Winston Salem, NC 27103

Novant Health Medical Park Hospital

1950 S Hawthorne RdWinston Salem, NC 27103

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

3333 Silas Creek PkwyWinston Salem, NC 27103

Surgical Center Of Greensboro

705 Green Valley RdGreensboro, NC 27408
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Virginia Childrens Hospital

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908

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OphthalmologySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
4.3 
29 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Winston Salem , NCBirmingham , ALIndianapolis , INWinston Salem , NC
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Charles Patrick Richards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr Charles Patrick Richards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Charles Patrick Richards has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr Charles Patrick Richards holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of North Carolina Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr Richards' NPI number is 1952315962.

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