Dr. Joshua Richards

Biography

Joshua Richards is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Stanford University. He is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery with a specialization in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Richards has focused on the specialized treatment of ligamentous, joint, tendon, nerve, and bone injuries to the hand, elbow, wrist, and shoulder. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at UCSF, where he was involved in educating and treating complex trauma at San Francisco General Hospital, a Level I Trauma Center at Highland Hospital, and various athletic fields in the Bay Area. Dr. Richards earned his Bachelor's Degree in Neurobiology from Cornell University, a Master's in Public Health from Columbia University, and his Medical Degree from New York Medical College. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program and further specialized in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery through a fellowship at Cornell University’s Hospital for Special Surgery. Dr. Richards joined Stanford in 2023 and has been involved in various volunteer roles both locally and globally.

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