Dr. Richard C. Cardiothoracic Surgeon (Ret.) | Collaborating Physician | TRT & Medical Aesthetics About Dr. Richard C. Dr. Richard C. is a retired cardiothoracic surgeon with over 40 years of experience in high-acuity surgical care, academic medicine, and program leadership. A graduate of Emory University School of Medicine, Dr. Richard C. trained and practiced at some of the nation's top institutions, including UT Southwestern, University of Washington, and University of Wisconsin, where he served as Chair of Cardiothoracic Surgery. His career includes pioneering roles in heart transplant programs, valve research, and the development of innovative cardiovascular surgery models—such as the “single stay unit” at Central Maine Medical Center. Dr. Richard C. has been widely published, funded by the NIH, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American College of Cardiology, and multiple national surgical societies. Current Practice Now semi-retired, Dr. Richard C. serves as a collaborating physician for Nurse Practitioners in Mississippi, with a clear understanding of state-specific scope-of-practice and compliance requirements. He brings his extensive background in evidence-based medicine, clinical oversight, and procedural safety to NP-led practices across a range of disciplines. Areas of Interest • Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) • Medical Aesthetics & Wellness Medicine • Chronic Disease Prevention & Optimization • Collaborative Oversight for Primary Care and Men’s Health Clinics Collaboration Style Dr. Richard C. is known for his professionalism, availability, and respect for NP autonomy. His supervisory style is supportive but hands-off, providing clinical oversight while encouraging independent decision-making within legal practice boundaries. He’s also enthusiastic about mentorship and staying involved in evolving areas of care such as aesthetics and hormone optimization. Currently licensed in Mississippi and Georgia, Dr. Richard C. is an ideal collaborating physician for practices focused on TRT, wellness, aesthetics, or general medical care, particularly those seeking a knowledgeable, experienced, and regulation-savvy partner. If you're looking for a reliable, high-caliber collaborator with deep clinical roots and modern clinical interests, Dr. Richard C. brings both gravitas and flexibility to the role. Resident of Mississippi and Georgia

Board Certifications

General Surgery, Thoracic Surgery