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Dr. Richard Carter, MD

General Surgery* Age 49
Dr. Richard Carter, MD
4.8 (71 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Carter, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA.
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Dr. Richard Carter, MD

General Surgery* Age 49
Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Dr. Richard Carter, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA.

About

Dr. Richard Carter, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Richmond, VA and has 19 years experience. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 2005 and completed a residency at VA Commonwealth University-Medical Colloge VA.They currently practice at Richmond Surgical - Henrico Doctors' Hospital and are affiliated with Chippenham Hospital, Retreat Doctors' Hospital, Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Parham Doctors' Hospital. Dr. Carter has experience treating conditions like Umbilical Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carter received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 71 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Carter is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Umbilical Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Rib Fracture
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bladder Diverticulum
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Brain Injury
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Disorders
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Stricture
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Megacolon
Melanoma
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Appendectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Surgical Procedure
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Stomach Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrotomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liposuction
Liver Biopsy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Meniscus Surgery
Nipple Reconstruction
Oophorectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Skin Grafts
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Richmond Surgical - Henrico Doctors' Hospital
    7607 Forest Ave Ste 220, Richmond, VA 23229
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carter
4.8
Based on 71 Reviews
5 Stars (66)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Jul 29, 2020
Dr. Carter is the best. He got me through a very stressful situation. He and his staff are kind, caring and very knowledgable. Highly recommend dr. Carter
Linda huband — Jul 29, 2020
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Biography
  • Dr. Richard Carter, MD is a general surgery specialist in Richmond, VA and has over 18 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 2005. He specializes in General Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • VA Commonwealth University-Medical Colloge VA
    2006
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • VA Commonwealth University-Medical Colloge VA
    2011
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Carter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carter's profile.

Dr. Richard Carter, MD is affiliated with Chippenham Hospital, Retreat Doctors' Hospital, Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Parham Doctors' Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Carter, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Chippenham Hospital

    7101 Jahnke Rd, Richmond, VA

  • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    2621 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA

  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd, Richmond, VA

  • Parham Doctors' Hospital

    7700 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA