Summary

Dr. David Richter is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician with over five decades of medical practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine Dentistry & Health Sciences and completed his residency at Royal Melbourne Hospital. His extensive experience spanning 52 years has given him deep expertise in treating complex joint and autoimmune conditions. Dr. Richter provides care in English to his patients.

Dr. Richter practices at Crystal Arthritis Center Inc in Akron, Ohio. His clinical focus includes treating osteoarthritis, particularly in the knees and hands, helping patients manage pain and maintain mobility. He also performs specialized diagnostic procedures such as eye exams and retinal imaging to monitor conditions that may affect patients with rheumatic diseases. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 52 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Royal Melbourne Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Crystal Arthritis Center Inc

471 N Cleveland Massillon RdAkron, OH 44333
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

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RheumatologyInfectious DiseaseInfectious DiseaseCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
3.6 
52 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Akron , OHAKRON , OHAurora , OHCleveland , OH
Med School: University Of Melbourne Faculty Of Medicine Dentistry & Health Sciences Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Emanuel Richter

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • SummaCare
  • SummaCare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Emanuel Richter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Emanuel Richter has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Melbourne Faculty Of Medicine Dentistry & Health Sciences in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Richter's NPI number is 1821094954.

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