Dr. Stephen W Richards M.D.
Emergency Physician
1 AUDUBON PLAZA DR LOUISVILLE KY, 40217About
Dr. Stephen Richards practices Emergency Medicine in Louisville, KY. Dr. Richards assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Richards examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1993
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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