Dr. Richard Hood, M.D. received a Doctor of Medicine at Wayne State University in 1988. He completed a Residency program at Children's Hospital of Detroit and Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. He completed a six month residency in both Pain Management and CV Anesthesia. Dr. Hood moved to the Southwest Florida area in 1999 with his wife and four children. Initially, he worked in Naples, Florida, and most recently he has joined the Institute for Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine group in Fort Myers and Estero, Florida. Dr. Hood enjoys swimming, biking, and spending time with his family.
Dr. Richard Hood, M.D. received a Doctor of Medicine at Wayne State University in 1988. He completed a Residency program at Children's Hospital of Detroit and Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. He completed a six month residency in both Pain Management and CV Anesthesia. Dr. Hood moved to the Southwest Florida area in 1999 with his wife and four children. Initially, he worked in Naples, Florida, and most recently he has joined the Institute for Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine group in Fort Myers and Estero, Florida. Dr. Hood enjoys swimming, biking, and spending time with his family.
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Dr. Hood is a great doctor. He listens and share lots of info. So happy he is my doctor.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Took all day long to fill a prescription I called at about 1030. They replied back to me at 3 o’clock. Doctor did not sign prescription was on hold waiting on the phone for four hours.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Great doctor great personality!
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Always kind, understanding and professional
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Hood takes his time listening to me before he renders his opinions on what he thinks should be done. I really appreciate this fact that he takes the extra time to make sure he knows why I am there.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Always the best.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Seems like he really cares about his patients
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Great service
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very personal touch.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Great
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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IOSSM: Riverwalk
8350 Riverwalk Park Blvd Ste 1 Fort Myers, FL 33919
Dr. Richard Hood, M.D. received a Doctor of Medicine at Wayne State University in 1988. He completed a Residency program at Children's Hospital of Detroit and Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. He completed a six month residency in both Pain Management and CV Anesthesia. Dr. Hood moved to the Southwest Florida area in 1999 with his wife and four children. Initially, he worked in Naples, Florida, and most recently he has joined the Institute for Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine group in Fort Myers and Estero, Florida. Dr. Hood enjoys swimming, biking, and spending time with his family.
Dr. Hood is a great doctor. He listens and share lots of info. So happy he is my doctor.
Took all day long to fill a prescription I called at about 1030. They replied back to me at 3 o’clock. Doctor did not sign prescription was on hold waiting on the phone for four hours.
Great doctor great personality!
Always kind, understanding and professional
Dr Hood takes his time listening to me before he renders his opinions on what he thinks should be done. I really appreciate this fact that he takes the extra time to make sure he knows why I am there.
Always the best.
Seems like he really cares about his patients
Great service
Very personal touch.
Great