Dr. Richard Childress, MD
Dr. Richard Childress, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Memphis, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Childress has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and Methodist University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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5659 S Rex Rd Memphis, TN 38119Make an Appointment
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Dr. Childress is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Jackson, a highly rated hospital.
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Childress to family and friends is 5 out of 5
About Me
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Dr. Richard Childress, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Memphis, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Childress has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE...read moreEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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Southwest College Of Naturopathic Medicinehealth Sciences
Medical School, 2004
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- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
81%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% lower than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
82%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 1
hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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