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Dr. Franklin Richards, MD

Dr. Franklin Richards, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Franklin Richards, MD is a plastic surgeon in Bethesda, MD and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1982. He is affiliated with Suburban Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 99 reviews 5 Star Rating (99 reviews)

Practice

6430 Rockledge Dr Ste 100 Bethesda, MD 20817

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Dr. Richards' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Richards

5.0

99 ratings, 22 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sherri Parker – Apr 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aparna – Dec 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Ms. Beck – Mar 19, 2021
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Maria – Nov 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kristin – Oct 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lori C. – Sep 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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KAM – Jul 24, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kelli K. – Feb 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Angela Johnson – Jan 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Sep 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 10, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Potomac, MD – Jan 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Evelyn Sandground in McLean Va – Sep 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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washington, dc – Aug 01, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Fairfax Va – Jun 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Gigi Gold in Chevy Chase, MD – Jun 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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R- EL in Fairfax, VA – Apr 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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College Park, MD – Feb 24, 2016
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care philosophy

Patients who meet with Dr. Richards immediately recognize both the passion he has for his work and the professional manner in which he deals with people. The concerns and goals of the patient are principal in forming his thoughtful and honest evaluations....read more

biography

Long-standing resident of the Washington, D.C. metro area and a graduate of George Washington University in 1982, Dr. Franklin Richards is board certified and has been in practice since 1989. Dr. Richards is most renowned for his expertise minimal...read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • William Beaumont Army Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989
  • Walter Reed Am Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1982
  • University Of Utah

    Undergraduate School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery
Self designated 
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  • English

  • Arabic

  • Spanish

  • Certificate of Advanced Education in Cosmetic Surgery - ASAPS, 1993

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Locations

Practice

Cosmetic Surgery Associates P.A.6430 Rockledge Dr Ste 100 Bethesda, MD 20817
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

John D. Doppelheuer M.D. PC1515 Chain Bridge Rd Ste 310 Mc Lean, VA 22101
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Office10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 280 Bethesda, MD 20817
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Rd
    Bethesda, MD 20814
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

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