Pediatrics

Richard Wood, MD

Chief, Department of Pediatric Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Richard Wood, MD, MBChB, FCPS(SA), is a pediatric colorectal surgeon specializing in complex pelvic reconstructive surgery at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, where he serves as Chief of the Department of Pediatric Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery and Program Director for three fellowships. He primarily treats pediatric patients with rare and challenging congenital conditions, including anorectal malformations, cloacal malformations, Hirschsprung disease, and severe co

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Credentials

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Stellenbosch (MBChB, 2000)
Residency: Middlesex Hospital (2004)
Residency: St. George's Hospital (2006)
Residency: Groote Schuur Hospital, University of Cape Town (2007)
Fellowship: Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital, University of Cape Town (Pediatric Surgery, 2011)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Pediatric SurgerySurgical Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Musculoskeletal ConditionsConcussionACL & Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopic Surgery

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Piedmont Walton Hospital
Nationwide Children's Hospital
The Ohio State University
Mercy Health - St. Anne Hospital
Mercy Health - St. Charles Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Wood treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Wood accept Aetna insurance?

Richard Wood's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 6 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Wood practice?

Richard Wood practices in Columbus, OH with hospital affiliations including Piedmont Walton Hospital, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and The Ohio State University.

What does Dr. Wood specialize in?

Richard Wood is a board-certified pediatrics specialist with focus areas in Pediatric Surgery and Surgical Sports Medicine.

What is Dr. Wood's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Stellenbosch (MBChB, 2000); Residency: Middlesex Hospital (2004); Residency: St. George's Hospital (2006).