Dr. Heather Richards, MD, Pittsburgh, PA

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Overall rating

4.80

About Dr. Heather Richards

Serving the community of Pittsburgh, PA, Dr. Heather Richards is a board-certified infectious disease specialist. She provides infection consultations for a range of ailments, including abscesses, diarrhea, AIDS, genital herpes, and Lyme disease. Before joining AHN - Primary Care - Internal Medicine, Dr. Richards received her medical degree from Wake Forest University. She completed her residency at Allegheny Health Network, West Penn Hospital. Dr. Richards is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She strongly emphasizes patient education and preventive care during her appointments.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

HIV/AIDS

Other popular visit reasons

Ear Infection

Flu

Flu Shot

High Blood Pressure / Hypertension

Illness

Pneumonia

Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Ear Infection

Flu

Flu Shot

High Blood Pressure / Hypertension

Office locations

AHN - Primary Care - Internal Medicine (1 of 2)

1307 Federal St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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AGH Internal Medicine (2 of 2)

1307 Federal St, Federal North Medical Office Building, Suite B300, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Education and background

Practice names

AHN - Primary Care - Internal Medicine

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - Wake Forest University, Doctor of Medicine
Allegheny Health Network, West Penn Hospital (Residency)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1568740728

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.80

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Heather Richards is fantastic, period.

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Heather Richards accepting new patients?

Dr. Heather Richards generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Richards's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Dr. Heather Richards work with?

Dr. Heather Richards works with AHN - Primary Care - Internal Medicine.

Where is Dr. Heather Richards's office located?

Dr. Heather Richards has 2 office locations in Pittsburgh, view full addresses on Dr. Richards's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Richards have?

Dr. Heather Richards is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Heather Richards?

Dr. Heather Richards frequently sees patients for Flu, High Blood Pressure / Hypertension, Illness, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI), and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Heather Richards on their profile.