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Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson, MD

Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson, MD

Dermatologist
36867 Cook St, Ste 101, Palm Desert, CA
Dr. Tim Richardson is a board-certified dermatologist who has been named a top doctor every year over the past 11 years by Palm Springs Life Magazine, and is still one of only a few dermatologists in the Valley to receive such recognition. A native of California, Dr. Richardson is a magna cum laude graduate of Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. Dr. Richardson completed residencies in both internal medicine and dermatology at Loma Linda University Medical Center, and is board-certified in both specialties. He then further pursued his interest in skin cancer by completing a fellowship training program in Mohs micrographic surgery and surgical reconstruction also at Loma Linda. He subsequently became a member of the Mohs College. Prior to pursuing private practice, Dr. Richardson was an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Loma Linda University Medical School. He is presently a member of many professional organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology.
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97% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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Overall rating

4.94

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson

Dr. Tim Richardson is a board-certified dermatologist who has been named a top doctor every year over the past 11 years by Palm Springs Life Magazine, and is still one of only a few dermatologists in the Valley to receive such recognition. A native of California, Dr. Richardson is a magna cum laude graduate of Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. Dr. Richardson completed residencies in both internal medicine and dermatology at Loma Linda University Medical Center, and is board-certified in both specialties. He then further pursued his interest in skin cancer by completing a fellowship training program in Mohs micrographic surgery and surgical reconstruction also at Loma Linda. He subsequently became a member of the Mohs College. Prior to pursuing private practice, Dr. Richardson was an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Loma Linda University Medical School. He is presently a member of many professional organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology.

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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.
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Removal of cancerous skin growth

Office location

California Skin Institute, part of SDG - Palm Desert
36867 Cook St, Ste 101, Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Georgetown University School-Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center, Residency in Dermatology
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center, Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Dermatology

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1164446548

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Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson's office is located at 36867 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211.

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Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson?

Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson frequently sees patients for Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, Mole Screening/Treatment, Rash, and Skin Problem . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson on their profile.

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32 patients have reviewed Dr. Timothy 'Tim' Richardson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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