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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I don't think there is a better doctor! He CARES for his patients and I love him.
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent! Highly recommend Dr. Hood. He listens carefully and recommends what is best for you.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Hood was professional and easy to understand my upcoming procedures.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent Doctor😎
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
He is professional and attentive to my dad’s needs. I truly appreciate his services.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Hood is great. Very direct and always taking action to resolve your medical issues. I have asked Dr Hood for treatment of neck and back and hip pain and he has helped me with all. I highly recommend Dr Hood
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
He has been my Dr. For a long time. He's a great Dr.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Thqnks
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Great personable and caring doctor
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
The visit was excellent and Dr Hood explained the HFX and the best was you can try it out fora week.Then you can make a decision. Great.
Bob Rumphrey
(1 month ago)
Oct-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.
I don't think there is a better doctor! He CARES for his patients and I love him.
Excellent! Highly recommend Dr. Hood. He listens carefully and recommends what is best for you.
Dr. Hood was professional and easy to understand my upcoming procedures.
Excellent Doctor😎
He is professional and attentive to my dad’s needs. I truly appreciate his services.
Dr Hood is great. Very direct and always taking action to resolve your medical issues. I have asked Dr Hood for treatment of neck and back and hip pain and he has helped me with all. I highly recommend Dr Hood
He has been my Dr. For a long time. He's a great Dr.
Thqnks
Great personable and caring doctor
The visit was excellent and Dr Hood explained the HFX and the best was you can try it out fora week.Then you can make a decision. Great. Bob Rumphrey