After completing his undergrad at Florida State University, Dr. Richards received his doctorate from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He received his residency training at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. After spending two years practicing in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Dr. Richards and his wife, Joan, returned to Southwest Florida to enjoy more time with family. Dr. Richards is a founding partner of Orthopedic Specialists and, along with Dr. Flores, established our Hand & Upper Extremity Center of Excellence.