Summary

Dr. Hope Richards joined the Bellingham PeaceHealth OB-GYN team in 2024.
“My role is to walk alongside patients in their health journey,” she says about her practice philosophy. “I prioritize patient centered care and evidence-based medicine. I enjoy developing relationships with patients through the many stages in life that can involve an OB-GYN.”
Dr. Richards earned her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, Wash., and Master of Health Administration from University of Washington School of Health Sciences. She completed residency in OB-GYN at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City in 2020. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She worked in Wyoming prior to joining PeaceHealth.
Dr. Richards is a skilled surgeon offering minimally invasive options including hysterectomy, tubal ligation, and management of fibroids, polyps, and ovarian masses. She operates on the robotic platform, performs laparoscopy, and hysteroscopy. She offers comprehensive care as an integrative, lifelong approach to women’s health inclusive to complex obstetrical and gender affirming care.
Outside of work, Dr. Richards spends her time parenting her children, dogs, and houseplants. She loves running, yoga, and is joyfully and enthusiastically learning the piano.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1
  • 10 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

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Obstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyObstetrics & GynecologyNurse Practitioner
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10 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience 71 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Bellingham , WABellingham , WABlaine , WAStockton , CA
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas at Galveston Med School: University of Wisconsin at Madison
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hope M. Richards

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AgeRight Advantage
  • Amerigroup Washington
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Coordinated Care Washington
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health Network
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington
  • Medicaid Washington
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Multiplan Network
  • Pacific Medical Centers
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Provider Network of America
  • Regence - Oregon & Washington
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Healthcare
  • Washington State Labor & Industries

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hope M. Richards has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hope M. Richards has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

10 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated in 2016

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Which hospitals is Dr. Hope Richards affiliated with?
Dr. Hope Richards is affiliated with Peacehealth Saint Joseph Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Hope Richards's office located?
Dr. Hope Richards's office is located at 4465 Cordata Pkwy Ste 102, Bellingham, WA, 98226.

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