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Michele Richard, MD

4.8
RUSH University Medical Group
Clinical Area:
Vascular Surgery
Specialty: Vascular Surgery
Languages:
English

About Me

Michele Richard, MD, is a double board-certified vascular surgeon and general surgeon who specializes in vascular surgery. Her clinical interests include the management of aortic aneurysm and dissection, carotid disease, peripheral artery and venous disease, dialysis, and access creation and maintenance. She is well-versed in cutting-edge endovascular, open and hybrid surgery. Dr. Richard has published numerous manuscripts, abstracts, and book chapters in leading vascular surgery journals and acts as a peer reviewer for surgical and medical journals. She is a member of surgical societies including the Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery (SCVS), Midwestern Vascular Surgical Society (MWVSS) and American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Richard’s goal in practice is to provide quality compassionate vascular care, while maintaining equity and diversity in health care.

Locations & Appointments

Primary location
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - Chicago
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - Chicago
1725 W Harrison St
Professional Building
Suite 1156
Chicago, IL, 60612

(312) 563-2762
(872) 225-4250
Directions
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - Oak Park
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - Oak Park
610 S Maple Ave
Medical Office Building
Suite 5500
Oak Park, IL, 60304

(312) 563-5566
Directions
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery – Aurora
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery – Aurora
2040 Ogden Ave
Suite 304
Aurora, IL, 60504

(630) 898-3727
Directions
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - Munster
RUSH Vascular and Endovascular Surgery - Munster
701 Superior Dr
Suite 0
Munster, IN, 46321

(312) 563-2762
(312) 563-4385
Directions

Credentials

Certifications

Vascular Surgery

Education and Training

Danbury Hospital - General Surgery
Virginia Commonwealth University - Vascular Surgery
St George's University School of Medicine

Clinical Expertise

Aneurysms (thoracic, abdominal, peripheral)
Aortic aneurysm
Aortic surgery
Arterial bypass
Arteriovenous fistulae and graft maintenance
Buerger's disease (BGD)
Carotid endarterectomy and stenting
Deep vein thrombosis
Dialysis access
Ischemia
Nutcracker syndrome
Sclerotherapy (spider vein treatment)
Thoracic outlet syndrome
Varicose veins
Venous ablation
Venous insufficiency

Academics & Publications

In addition to providing patient care, many of our clinicians have faculty appointments at RUSH University and perform clinical, basic science and community-based research. Our education and research endeavors are dedicated to enhancing excellence in patient care — now and in the future.

Insurance

Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna PPO Exchange
Affiliated Physician Group
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
Blue Cross Community Medicaid (FHP & ICP)
Chicago Health System(MacNeal Health Provider) Com
Chicago Health System(MacNeal Health Provider) Gov
Cigna
Cigna HMO One Health
Cigna Medicare Advantage
Community Healthcare Partners, LLC
CorVel
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Dolton Medical Clinic
Dreyer Medical Clinic
Dupage Medical Group
ElmCare, LLC
Essential Health Partners
Fox Valley Medicine, Ltd.
Great-West Healthcare
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Hinsdale Physician Group
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative
IlliniCare YouthCare
Ingalls Provider Group
Little Company of Mary Health Providers
Meridian Complete (MMAI)
Meridian Health Plan
Molina Dual Options
Molina Healthcare of Illinois
Molina Healthcare of Illinois, Inc Marketplace
MultiPlan
NorthShore Physician Associates, Inc
Northwest Community Health Partners
Northwest Suburban IPA
Physician Care Network
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
Progress Health
Pronger-Smith Medical Care
Silver Cross Managed Care Organization
Specialty Physicians of Illinois
Swedish Covenant Physician Partners
USA Managed Care Organization
Union Health Services
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
University of Illinois at Chicago
WellCare Medicare Advantage
Zing Health

Accepted insurance plans are subject to change without notice. Please contact your insurance company to verify that the location or provider you plan to visit is included in your network before your visit. If you schedule an appointment and your provider is not in network with your insurance, your out of pocket liability may be higher than expected.

Ratings and Reviews

Overall
4.8
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (risks, benefits, etc.)
4.8
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.8
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.8
4.4
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
Knowledgeable and offers the patient options and the opportunity to determine the best outcomes for the patient.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
No bad experience all good service
4.6
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Dec 2023
Doctor explained my condition in a very clear manner which I was able to understand.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Aug 2023
The doctor was amazing she was very good she showed me diagrams
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jul 2023
My care provider was excellent in everything she did for me. I was glad to meet her and have her involved in my care experience.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
I am extremely happy and grateful with the care I received from Dr. Michelle Richard.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
Very professional, kind, & knowledgeable
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - May 2023
I am very pleased to have been recommended to Dr. Richard by my primary doctor. I will continue to see Dr. Richard for managing my particular health issue. She's a top shelf professional!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Apr 2023
She had studied my recent CT scan and my recent history so we could have a relevant discussion. I was very impressed by her preparation for me.