Summary

Dr. Charles Richards treats retinal detachment, age-related macular degeneration, and posterior vitreous detachment, and performs retinal detachment surgery, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography. He practices ophthalmology and surgery and has 29 years of experience.

Dr. Richards trained at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at the University of North Carolina Health System. He is affiliated with Cone Health Wesley Long Hospital, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Medical Park Hospital, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, The Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Cone Health Women's and Children's Center at Moses Cone Hospital, and University of Virginia Children's Hospital. He sees patients in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and Greensboro, North Carolina, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Richards 4.31 out of 5.

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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Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr Charles Richards's office located?
Dr Charles Richards's office is located at 195 Kimel Park Dr Ste 100, Winston Salem, NC, 27103.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Charles Richards?
You can find contact information for Dr Charles Richards here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr Charles Richards affiliated with?
Dr Charles Richards is affiliated with CONE HEALTH WESLEY LONG HOSPITAL, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, University Of Virginia Childrens Hospital, Novant Health Medical Park Hospital, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, and Cone Health Womens And Childrens Center At Moses Cone Hospital.
Does Dr Charles Richards accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Charles Richards accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr Charles Richards accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Charles Richards has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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