Marc Richard MD

Marc J. Richard, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery at Duke Health. He is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke University School of Medicine and serves as Vice Chair of Faculty in the Duke Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Richard is also a leader in advanced training as Program Director for Duke hand fellowships and Program Training Director for the Orthopaedic Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship. Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand, Dr. Richard provides comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity, including fractures and arthritis. His background includes orthopaedic surgery residency training and advanced fellowship training in hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery. Dr. Richard’s research focuses on clinical outcomes in upper-extremity fractures, particularly wrist and elbow injuries, and on improving treatment options for elbow arthritis in younger patients. He also participates in multicenter clinical studies, including work related to wrist fractures and peripheral nerve injuries.