Summary

Dr. Kathryn Richards is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed her residency at the University of North Carolina Health System. With 16 years of medical experience, Dr. Richards brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients with complex medical conditions.

Dr. Richards practices at multiple Cleveland Clinic locations, including facilities in Independence, Cleveland, Garfield Heights, Warrensville Heights, Medina, and Lutheran Hospital. She focuses on helping patients manage serious illnesses like fatigue, weakness, and breathing problems. Her expertise includes providing compassionate hospice care, coordinating life-prolonging treatments, and delivering specialized palliative care to improve quality of life for patients facing challenging health conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 16 years of experience
  • University Of North Carolina Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards has 6 locations

Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards

6801 Brecksville Rd Ste 10Independence, OH 44131

Marymount Hospital

12300 Mccracken RdGarfield Heights, OH 44125

Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital

20000 Harvard AveWarrensville Heights, OH 44122

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid AveCleveland, OH 44195

Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital

1000 E Washington StMedina, OH 44256

Lutheran Hospital

1730 W 25th StCleveland, OH 44113

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Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards, MDDr. Thomas Hornick, MDDr. Suzanne White, MDDr. Tuesdae Stainbrook, DO
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
16 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Independence , OHCANTON , OHCleveland , OHDu Bois , PA
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospice & Palliative Med (internal Med)
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of North Carolina Health System

Medical School

Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public HealthGraduated in 2010

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Dr. Kathryn Richards is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital, Lutheran Hospital, and Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital.

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