L. Shay Richardson, MD

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• I feel very comfortable with Dr. Richardson. He was the first to do a complete exam on me. He was also the first to acknowledge my pain and did not try to diminish it. He answered my questions. He was very approachable, and he seem to care. I would highly recommend him to others.
• Dr. Richardson is a knowledgeable physician and it is obvious that he has the patient’s (me) care as the uppermost object. He has been extremely helpful in addressing my needs.
• Dr. Richardson, has always been courteous, knowledgeable and informative. He spends adequate time with, examining and recommending necessary treatment as well as explaining each procedure. I feel comfortable discussing my medical condition and seeing Dr. Richardson for my Back and Lumbar Fusion ongoing treatment.
• Dr. Richardson is a fine example of a patient centered physician. I would recommend him to anyone!
• Great experience. He took ample time with me and addressed all of my questions. Thanks for seeing me as a walk in!
• Best Doctor I have found to help me keep my pain under control without using pain meds!
• I tell people who are in pain to go to the Sports Medicine Center for relief and an accurate diagnosis. The walk-in aspect is convenient but I request Dr. Richardson since he has helped me manage plantar fasciitis for five years.
• Dr. Richardson is great! Very nice and personable which I find important when dealing with the medical profession.
• Dr. Richardson treats me in a very respectful manner. He never seems to be in a rush and yet I know he has other patients waiting. I am always very pleased with the time he spends with me.
• Seems knowledgeable and very competent. Asks questions and listens to answers while making eye contact, which is important. Seems more compassionate than most doctors. Asked pertinent questions about other aspects of my health that might be related to the problem I was seeing him about.
• It is very comforting to see a doctor who is willing to take the time to explain whatever doubts you have, and is so caring…
• Dr Richardson is very caring and kind. His hands on care was perfect and his manner was exactly what we hope to receive. My highest recommendation for him is given. Also, all support staff interaction was fantastic! The scribe was great very sensitive and smiley. X‐Ray was gentle and kind. His assistance staff very very good. Thank you. All the choices we have to use and we found the best! Yay!
• My first visit with Dr. Richardson. Excellent communicator, seems genuinely concerned, extremely thorough exam, very comfortable visit. Would recommend him!
• Fantastic Doctor, Would see him anytime regarding Sports or other injuries.
• I appreciate the care and professional attitude Dr. Richardson took with me and my concerns regarding procedures to relieve my back pain. I have already recommended him to friends
• I wish Dr. Richardson had a great many specialties, so I would not need to go anywhere else. He is concise, precise, matter‐of‐fact without being unkind or rude, and one gets the feeling that the proper job will get done. And, indeed, it was. I am in better health now than I was before my complaint even started because of the remediation he recommended. One cannot do any better than that.
• Dr. Richardson is a very approachable care provider. He made me feel comfortable and at ease. He answered my questions respectfully and explained in terms that I understood.
• Dr. Richardson is always very professional while remaining down-to-earth, so I feel like I can really talk to him and ask questions about my healthcare. He always gives me a chance to ask questions at the end of our visit which I really appreciate.
• He is a great Doctor who cares for the patient. He has a great team of nurses to compliment his skills.
• Dr. Richardson has all the qualities one needs to be successful as a medical provider especially a good bed side manner.
• Seemed very competent, made me feel at ease, acknowledged everyone in the room, came highly recommended.
• Dr. Richardson was very professional, courteous, and attentive my medical problem. Very satisfied with this visit. All staff very efficient and helpful.
• I am pleased with the staff and physicians at Center for Sports Medicine. I’ve been seeing these Dr’s and PT staff for years. They have been very helpful to me through my many struggles and surgeries. Thank you
• I found Dr. Shay Richardson to be friendly informative competent knowledgeable kind interested in my welfare supportive and professional. I am pleased with the session.
• Dr. Richardson was very attentive and a very knowledgeable physician.
• He has always been very caring, professional & treated me with the utmost respect. I think he is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. I have all the confidence in the world in him. I have recommended him to several of my friends & will continue to do so.
• He is very knowledgeable and kind. He cares about his Patients and give you the best care possible. He’s a great Physician. I have already recommended Dr. Richardson to my friends. I love the Center and all the doctors I have seen there!
• He was very nice. Explained everything well. His nurse was really good at keeping us informed on what was going on as they got records from another doctor.
• Dr. Richardson is fantastic. He listened to me. He is trying his best to help me. I call him my Superman.
• For many years, Dr. Richardson has provided me with expert, personal, and supportive care. I totally trust him and rely on him to help me remain healthy. Many thanks to Dr. Richardson.
• Dr. Richardson was very professional, had great bedside manner, took the time to listen to me and my ailments, he explained the x-rays to me. He then made a recommendation for treatment. He explained the procedure very well. The entire staff was very cordial and friendly I would definitely recommend Dr. Richardson
• He is great i would not see anyone else!!!
• “I have had excellent results with Dr. Richardson & have the utmost confidence in him. I feel so confident that I have told all my friends about him and I recommend him to anyone that says they have a back problem.”
• “Dr. Richardson and his staff were extremely nice and pleasant. It is a pleasure to come to the doctor for a problem and have it taken care of by caring people.”
• “He is a good man. Easy to talk to and concerned about my back and Kentucky basketball. 😊 “
• “Dr. Richardson and his staff were all very professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and communicated well. When I left the office I completely understood my diagnosis & treatment plan. My overall experience was excellent!!”
• “I was very impressed with Dr. Richardson and Jordan, his nurse. He listened to my concerns and took them into consideration.”
• “The most well ran clinic that I have ever had to visit!”
• “Dr. Richardson was extremely personable and kind. After being told my injury was “nothing” at the ER, Dr. Richardson was quite upset for me. He recognized my pain and injury as a something of importance, whereas the night before at the ER I had been brushed aside. Dr. Richardson was very thorough in his examination of my knee. He helped keep the environment friendly and less intimidating, as doctors often can seem.”

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