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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.
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 locationsCleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital
20000 Harvard AveWarrensville Heights, OH 44122 Tel: (216) 491-6000
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| Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards, MD | Dr. Barbara Messinger Messinger Rapport, MD | Dr. Suzanne White, MD | Dr. Moshir Jacob, MD, CPE |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 16 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Arabic | |
| Independence , OH | Cleveland , OH | Cleveland , OH | Toledo , OH |
| Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. Kathryn Elizabeth Richards holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of North Carolina Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Richards' NPI number is 1649598061.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Kathryn Richards affiliated with?
- 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.
- Where is Dr. Kathryn Richards's office located?
- Dr. Kathryn Richards's office is located at 6801 Brecksville Rd Ste 10, Independence, OH, 44131.
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