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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He listens and cares!
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Good initial consultation!
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Hood professional and very understanding. His pa Jose great too!!
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Always a pleasure to see the Dr Hood and staff. Jose, is my favorite but love you all!! Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to Excellence! It shows Karen Mc Go Blue!!💙💛
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Extremely thorough, patient and informative. Does not push for treatment unless seriously warranted. Trustworthy.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Dr.Hood is #1 Excellent Doctor!!!!!I
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Very pleased. Explained very well and was pleasant and courteous.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
DR Hood is a Rock Star!!! Great doctor and a super nice person. The best of the best.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Extremely professional and a pleasure to have him as my doctor.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very good experience.
(2 months ago)
Feb-2026
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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.
He listens and cares!
Good initial consultation!
Dr Hood professional and very understanding. His pa Jose great too!!
Always a pleasure to see the Dr Hood and staff. Jose, is my favorite but love you all!! Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to Excellence! It shows Karen Mc Go Blue!!💙💛
Extremely thorough, patient and informative. Does not push for treatment unless seriously warranted. Trustworthy.
Dr.Hood is #1 Excellent Doctor!!!!!I
Very pleased. Explained very well and was pleasant and courteous.
DR Hood is a Rock Star!!! Great doctor and a super nice person. The best of the best.
Extremely professional and a pleasure to have him as my doctor.
Very good experience.