Dr. John P. Richards, DO | Charleston, WV | Family Medicine

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Dr. Richards graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1980. He works in Charleston, WV and specializes in Family Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

accepting new patients
4.3

41 Ratings
46 years of experience
34 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
7 written reviews
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Richards' Ratings and Reviews

4.3

41 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Dr. Richards has taken very good care of me for several years. He also took very good care of my late husband. I am so glad to have him as MY doctor. His staff is great also!

January 18th, 2019

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I saw some of the older reviews being negative regarding Dr. Richards staff. Everyone I have come in contact with there has been nothing but friendly and professional. And Dr. Richards himself is very thorough and intelligent.

March 20th, 2018

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The office staff is extremely rude and acts as if you're a burden to them. They over book, to the point of all the rooms are full, and so is the waiting room. You wait excessively long to get in a room and even longer to be seen when you're there. Dr. Richards acts as if you are also a burden to him. He is rude. I dont recommend this office.

October 19th, 2015

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Dr. Richards is wonderful and you receive excellent care always.

January 16th, 2015

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Staff is questionable. They do not return calls, they do not smile, not professional at all. Love the Dr., but since he keeps these people when people say something to him I think he doesn't care.

September 28th, 2014

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Best Family Doctor in the Kanawha Valley. Ganpat Thakker a superb Cardiologist at CAMC says there is no better in the area.

September 9th, 2010

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Staff lacks courtesy to return calls. Almost no communication between staff. Unlikely requests will be considered unless you are able and lucky enough to catch Dr. Richards himself. Staff really talks down to patients.

May 20th, 2009

Richards John P Office

4710 Chimney Dr Ste HCharleston, WV 25302

Tel: (304) 965-7051

Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. John Porter Richards, DO	Helix Virtual Care	Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC	Dr. Susan M Gwinn
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (41 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience		8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English		Speaks English
Charleston , WV	Boca Raton , FL	Orlando , FL	Charleston , WV
Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1980

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