Dr. Richard D Cunningham, MD

Dr. Richard Cunningham specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Cunningham brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Cunningham practices at multiple locations throughout Springfield, Missouri, including Mercy Hospital Springfield and several Mercy Clinic locations. His expertise includes managing high cholesterol and hypertension, two common conditions that significantly impact heart health. He also treats hyperlipidemia and high cholesterol specifically in children and teens. Dr. Cunningham incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients rate him 4.1 out of 5 …stars on average for his care.