4.3
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Richard Childress treats familial lipid disorders, hyperlipidemia, and high cholesterol in children and teens, and practices endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, family medicine, and internal medicine. He has been in practice for 27 years and speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Childress earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He sees patients in Memphis, Tennessee, and is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto, Memphis VA Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle, Baptist Memorial Restorative Care Hospital For East, Baptist Memorial Hospital For Women, Spence and Becky Wilson Baptist Children's Hospital, Lt Col Luke Weathers Jr VA Medical Center, and Select Specialty Hospital Memphis East. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Childress 4.33 out of 5.
Dr. Childress earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. He sees patients in Memphis, Tennessee, and is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto, Memphis VA Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle, Baptist Memorial Restorative Care Hospital For East, Baptist Memorial Hospital For Women, Spence and Becky Wilson Baptist Children's Hospital, Lt Col Luke Weathers Jr VA Medical Center, and Select Specialty Hospital Memphis East. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Childress 4.33 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 17 areas of expertise
- 9 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard Dale Childress has 6 locationsThe Endocrine Clinic
5659 S Rex RdMemphis, TN 38119 Tel: (901) 763-3636
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Select Specialty Hospital Memphis East
6019 Walnut Grove Rd Fl 4Memphis, TN 38120 Tel: (901) 567-7499
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| Dr. Richard Dale Childress, MD | Christopher Wayne Dion | Jamie Lynn Wise | Olivia Lee Merryman |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 27 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Memphis , TN | Port Charlotte , FL | Bartlett , TN | Lakeland , TN |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Dale Childress
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Dale Childress has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Dale Childress has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Dale Childress holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport in 1999.
NPI Number
Dr. Childress' NPI number is 1578538070.
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- Dr. Richard Childress's office is located at 5659 S Rex Rd, Memphis, TN, 38119.
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