Summary

Dr. Richard Edwards is a board-certified oncologist and hematologist who has dedicated over five decades to cancer care and blood disorder treatment. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Connecticut Health Center. With 54 years of clinical experience, Dr. Edwards brings extensive expertise to his practice treating patients with cancer and hematologic conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations throughout Connecticut.

Dr. Edwards maintains his primary practice in Hartford, Connecticut, where he is affiliated with Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital. His clinical locations include Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Saint Francis Care Hematology & Oncology, and St Francis Mount Sinai Regional Cancer Center Hematology Oncology. Throughout his extensive career, he has focused on providing comprehensive oncology and hematology services to patients facing complex diagnoses. His long-standing presence in the Hartford medical community reflects his commitment to delivering specialized care for blood cancers, solid tumors, and various blood disorders.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 54 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Connecticut Health Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lewis Edwards has 4 locations

Saint Francis Hospital And Medical Center

114 Woodland StHartford, CT 06105

Saint Francis Care Hematology & Oncology

94 Woodland St Ste 1Hartford, CT 06105
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

St Francis Mount Sinai Regional Cancer Center Hematology Oncology

114 Woodland St Fl 2Hartford, CT 06105
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

Dr. Richard Lewis Edwards

1000 Asylum AveHartford, CT 06105

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Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Jagiellonian University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lewis Edwards

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lewis Edwards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lewis Edwards has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplantation
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hematology
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Multiple Myeloma (Cancer of Plasma Cells)
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Connecticut Health Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Edwards' NPI number is 1134122104.

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What languages does Dr. Richard Edwards speak?
Dr. Richard Edwards speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Edwards affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Edwards is affiliated with Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital.
Where is Dr. Richard Edwards's office located?
Dr. Richard Edwards's office is located at 114 Woodland St, Hartford, CT, 06105.

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