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Dr. Richard Fernandez, MD

Dr. Richard Fernandez, MD

Pain Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Fernandez, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Francisco, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and Marinhealth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

1 Daniel Burnham Ct Ste 365C San Francisco, CA 94109
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(415) 409-7364

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fernandez specializes in the areas of Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Fernandez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fernandez

4.0

5 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
60%
60%
4 Star
20%
20%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
20%
20%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Ed – Apr 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
GB Scott in Novato, CA – Jan 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
K in Palo Alto, CA – Dec 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Fernandez, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Francisco, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Pain Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Pain Medicine
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Sports Medicine
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Locations

Practice

San Francisco Multispecialty Medical Group1 Daniel Burnham Ct Ste 365C San Francisco, CA 94109
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Practice

Office901 Campus Dr Ste 314 Daly City, CA 94015
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr
    Burlingame, CA 94010
    Recipient of 46
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CPMC Van Ness Campus

    1101 Van Ness Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94109
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute

    3555 Cesar Chavez
    San Francisco, CA 94110
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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