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Dr. Richard Schmidt, MD

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1331 East Wyoming Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124
 

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Specialties
Oncology, Orthopedic Surgery
Gender
Male
Education
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Years Since
Graduation
29
Five-Star Recognition
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Group Practice
Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Eastern Regional Medical Center
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Title
Orthopedic Oncologist*
Care Philosophy
Dr. Richard Schmidt believes the care of a patient should be guided by the patient.

“A patient has to participate in their care. First of all they have to understand what care they’re getting and why they’re getting it, and often the patient needs to tweak or change that treatment regiment because they can give some insights in how that treatment should be done.”

Although he is a specialist in his field – one of about 75 orthopedic oncologists in the nation – Dr. Schmidt doesn’t ever want to force a patient down a certain treatment path.

“I never walk up to a patient and say 'you have to do this.' My job is to give the patient the options that are available to them, explain the options to them and then ultimately help them make a wise choice as to what to do.”

Part of empowering his patients to make their own decisions is treating them as individuals.

“We tailor our care for the cancer patient and then we address the specific needs that they have.”

But for Dr. Schmidt it’s about more than just treating the patient’s disease.

“Here at CTCA it's a holistic approach. The patient feels very comfortable with their surroundings. They're treated as a whole not just as a diagnosis.”
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State License Information
Licensed in Pennsylvania
What is Oncology?
Oncology is the study and treatment of cancer and tumors. An oncologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats cancer patients. The oncologist sometimes uses chemotherapy, and consults with other physicians to coordinate other methods of cancer treatments for a patient. Cancer patients need to take in to account the likelihood of a cure, or of prolonging life when cure is not possible, the effect of treatment on their symptoms, and the side effects of the treatment. People who are candidates for radiation therapy or anti-cancer drugs need to understand the risks involved with treatment. An oncologist can help to more »
 

Professional Experience

Professional Affiliations/Memberships
Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society
Philadelphia Orthopedic Society
 
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