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Dr. Richard Sidebottom, MD

Dr. Richard Sidebottom, MD

Neonatal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Sidebottom, MD is a neonatal-perinatal pediatrician in Fort Worth, TX and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance and Cook Children's Medical Center.

1.8 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 1.8 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

801 7th Ave Fort Worth, TX 76104

Make an Appointment

(682) 885-4283

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sidebottom specializes in the areas of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neonatology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Sidebottom's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sidebottom

1.8
5 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Dr Sidebottom is one of the most memorable and compassionate physicians I have ever met. In April of 2010, in Arlington Texas, I went into premature labor with my twins. I had experienced placental abruption. My babies and I were in distress. Dr Sidebottom was in charge of looking after my preemies. He was so thoughtful and his calm demeanor was so appreciated. He assured me that he would do his best to take excellent care of the babies. And he kept his word. He kept me frequently updated about their condition. He never told me all of the measures he took to keep them alive. He just kept them alive. He gave me updates with a kind word and genuine smile. I should have done this review sooner but the trauma of going into premature labor , having an emergency C section alone and almost losing my own life... took a heavy toll on my heart and mental faculties. I would never have these healthy 11 yr old terrors, ruining my good looks and dirtying my house if it were not for his expertise.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2021
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Got a bill for $3700. Apparently this guy was at the birth of our daughter, but I never once saw him or approved for him to be there. And of course he's outside of our Network, so insurance doesn't cover it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Fort Worth – Oct 02, 2018
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If I could give him zero stars I would. Dr. Sidebottom may be very knowledgeable however he has the worst bedside manner. Our son was born early at 30 weeks. While my husband and I knew we were in a dire situation, the manner in which Dr. Sidebottom delivered this news to us was very upsetting and lacking empathy/compassion. He basically told us to pull our son of life supports without having any more tests or second opinions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Dec 26, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Sidebottom, MD is a neonatal-perinatal pediatrician in Fort Worth, TX and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Neonatal Medicine

  • Pediatrics

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

  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics
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Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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Neonatology†
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Pediatrics
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Cook Children's Medical Center801 7th Ave Fort Worth, TX 76104
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance

    10864 Texas Health Trl
    Fort Worth, TX 76244
    Recipient of 4
    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cook Children's Medical Center

    801 7th Ave
    Fort Worth, TX 76104

  • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton

    3000 N Interstate 35
    Denton, TX 76201
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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