Summary

Dr. Hess is a cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles with degrees in Biology and Chemistry. He then attended the University of Arizona Medical School and graduated in the top third of his class. He performed his general surgical internship and residency at the Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency program. He then completed his plastic surgical residency at the University of Rochester’s Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York. Dr. Hess also spent six months to further study microsurgery and facial reconstruction at Roswell Park Memorial Institute in Buffalo, New York. His special interests throughout his training have been in cosmetic and hand surgery. He has also had special training in the use of lasers. Dr. Hess is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS.). His tenure as the Section Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery was from 1989 – 2000. Dr. Hess performs many of his cosmetic procedures at Northwest Tucson Surgery Center. For those patients requiring a hospital setting, Dr. Hess is an active staff member at Northwest Medical Center and Oro Valley Hospital. Dr. Hess performs his procedures (other than those under local anesthesia) only in accredited medical facilities and he utilizes only board certified anesthesiologists. Dr. Hess and his staff strive to maintain the highest quality of care in a comfortable environment to meet the personal needs of each patient.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine
  • 56 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard N. Hess has 5 locations

Carondelet Foothills Surgery Center

2220 W Orange Grove RdTucson, AZ 85741
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carondelet Saint Marys Hospital

1601 W Saint Marys RdTucson, AZ 85745

Carondelet Saint Josephs Hospital

350 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85711

Northwest Medical Center

6200 N La Cholla BlvdTucson, AZ 85741

Carondelet Marana Hospital

5620 W Cortaro Farms RdTucson, AZ 85742

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43 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Tucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZ
Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Med School: Saint Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard N. Hess

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard N. Hess has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard N. Hess has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Cosmetic Surgery
  • Dermabrasion
  • Hair Restoration
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Arizona College Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Dr. Richard Hess's office is located at 2220 W Orange Grove Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85741.
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Dr. Richard Hess speaks English and Spanish.
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