Dr. Richard Leroy Yelverton, MD

Dr. Richard Yelverton is a thoracic surgeon with 42 years of experience treating complex chest and lung conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to surgical interventions involving the chest cavity and related structures. Dr. Yelverton is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population throughout his extensive career.

Dr. Yelverton practices at Merit Health River Oaks and serves patients across multiple locations in Jackson, Mississippi. He specializes in treating conditions such as hemorrhoids, skin growths, and ventral hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing hemorrhoidectomies, skin lesion removal, and sedation procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 stars for his care and treatment approach.