Nathan D. Richardson, MD

Nathan D. Richardson, MD is a specialist in upper extremity surgery, with special emphasis in treatment of the shoulder and elbow. Prior to joining The CORE Institute for his fellowship training, Dr. Richardson cared for patients at an urgent care facility in Richmond, VA.

Dr. Richardson completed his residency program at the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in the Department of Orthopedics. There, he served as residency representative to the geriatric society, seeking to improve continuity and coordination in patient care, particularly for fragility fractures.  Dr. Richardson received his medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine, serving as class representative for the American Medical Association and Vermont Medical Society. As an active member on the University’s Wellness Committee, Dr. Richardson organized activities and educational seminars on mental health. He graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Utah. In recognition of his exemplary performance, Dr. Richardson was awarded the University of Utah President’s Award, Dean’s List distinction, and induction as a member of the Golden Key Honor Society.

Dr. Richardson is author of Evaluation and Management of Finger Fracture and Dislocations, as found in the AAOS Essentials in Orthopedics. He is currently a member of the Virginia Orthopedic Society. In his free time, Dr. Richardson enjoys swimming, softball, alpine skiing and golfing.

Research & Experience

Areas of Specialty 

Arthroscopic & Reconstructive Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow

Education and Training 

2005–2010 Orthopedic Residency
VCU Health System
Richmond, VA

2001–2005 Doctor of Medicine
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Burlington, VT

1996–2001 Bachelor of Science Exercise and Sports Science
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

Publications & Presentations

 The CORE Institute Lecture Program. Managing Shoulder Pain, Spring of Life Church, November 2011.

2007 Evaluation and Management of Finger Fracture and Dislocations, AAOS Essentials in Orthopedics (in publication).

Honors

Inducted 2005 AMA Medical Honor Society

Inducted 1999 Golden Key Honor Society

Spring 1998/Fall 1998 University of Utah Dean’s List

Fall 1998 University of Utah President’s Award

Professional Memberships

2006-Present Virginia Orthopedic Society

2001-2005 Vermont Medical Society

2001-2005 American Medical Association Medical Student Section