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Dr. Mark E. Richards, MD
Plastic Surgeon
11300 Rockville Pike Ste 912 Rockville MD, 20852Practice Philosophy
Traditional Medicine
About
Dr. Mark Richards is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Rockville, MD. Dr. Richards specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
Education and Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine 0
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic SurgeryABPS
Provider Details
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Dr. Mark E. Richards, MD's Expert Contributions
How long should I avoid working out after a rhinoplasty?
We recommend waiting one month after surgery before high impact workouts. However, most people can resume non-impact lighter exercises within about 10 days. It is best to clear any sort of exercise with you doctor after surgery. Laura Coleman, Office Manager READ MORE
How long is a tummy tuck surgery?
Thank you for your inquiry and interest in Dr. Richards. A full tummy tuck is about 3- 3 1/2 hours depending on the amount of skin to be removed and how much muscle tightening needs to be done. If additional liposuction is needed, it might take a little longer. Laura Coleman, Office Manager READ MORE
Awards
- Top Doctor Year Castle Connolly
- Top Doctor 2019 Bethesda Magazine
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2018, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012) Year
- Patients' Choice Award (2018, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012) Year
- On-Time Doctor Award (2016, 2015, 2014) Year
- Top 10 Doctor - City 2014
- Guide to America’s Top Surgeons 2002 Consumer’s Research Council of America
Treatments
- Breast Augmentation
- Facelift
- Liposuction
- Breast Reduction
- Breast Lift
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member American Society of Plastic Surgeons 1993
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Get to know Plastic Surgeon Dr. Mark E. Richards, who serves patients in Bethesda, Maryland.
An internationally recognized leader in plastic surgery, Dr. Richards is the Founder of Ageless Impressions ~ Plastic Surgery Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. He combines a wealth of experience, extensive training, and an artistic eye to achieve the natural-looking results he is known for.
He has been an educator for the Johns Hopkins and the Georgetown University Plastic Surgery residency programs, has developed and published new and innovative procedures in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, and has taught internationally on subjects ranging from “Salvaging the Unsatisfactory Facelift” and “Minimal Incision Brachioplasties” (which he invented) to the scientific basis of testosterone pellet therapy for enhancing men and women’s health and well-being.
Educated in the United States, Dr. Richards began his career as an undergraduate at Yale University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree with honors and first developed an interest in the plastic and reconstructive surgery field. He attended the University of Maryland School of Medicine where he discovered his passion for improving human form and function and determined to pursue a career in this relatively new and growing field.
Following medical school graduation, he completed seven years of residency training: five years of general surgery residency at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, followed by two years of plastic surgery residency at Lahey Clinic Medical Center at Boston University. He extensively trained in microsurgery, complex reconstructive surgery, and aesthetic surgery.
A member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Richards was certified by the American Board of Surgery in 1989 and by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 1991.
Plastic surgery is a surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. It can be divided into two main categories – reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery. A plastic surgeon’s primary responsibility is performing surgical and non-surgical procedures, and they use a variety of reparative and reconstructive techniques to get the job done.
Recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly Magazine, Dr. Richards has been the recipient of the Top Doctor Award by Bethesda Magazine (2019), Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2018, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012), Patients’ Choice Award (2018, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012), On-Time Doctor Award (2016, 2015, 2014), and Top 10 Doctor – City (2014).
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- Dr. Bennett Cheng dah Yang MD PC3203 Tower Oaks Blvd Rockville MD 20852
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