Dr David Richardson joined the BCMJ Editorial Board in 2006, and was editor of the journal from August 2008 to May 2022. Dr Richardson has been a general practitioner in Langley since 1992 and is on active staff at Langley Hospital. His extracurricular activities include soccer, mountain biking, and competing as a triathlete.
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David R. Richardson, MD
“Oh, by the way, Dr Richardson, I wanted you to know that I’m doing okay,” the 18-year-old patient said to me as we were finishing up our office visit. She had come in to review her migraine headaches and the possible... Read More
"Dr Richardson speaking, how may I direct your call?” “Um, this is Bob Smith and my mom is in room 408, bed 2, and I was wondering how she is doing?” “I will page the nurse, Mr Smith, and ask her to speak with you... Read More
Medical drama script excerpt: Scene 1: Quiet post-op hospital room where healthy 60-year-old marathon runner lies post uneventful appendectomy. Enter stage right, extremely handsome, intelligent physician bathed in a... Read More
“Doc, can I get a sick note for work? I need one if I’m off for more than 3 days.” “But Bob, you don’t look sick.” “You should have seen me last week. I could hardly get out of bed.” “Well, why didn’t you come... Read More
As I pedal my bike into another spectacular hill town in the Italian countryside, I am reminded of the saying, “Beauty often stems from madness.” My lifelong friend and I decided we would do something special... Read More
I was reminded about gratitude lately during a conversation with a patient. “Congrats, Bob, on making it to 80. There aren’t too many 1933 models still out there.” “Thanks Doc, but I don’t know why I’m still... Read More
My naturopath says I have adrenal fatigue and that I need my cortisol checked. He could send me but that would cost me money. I’m also thinking of taking bioidentical hormones, so I’d like this list of tests done since... Read More
I want to thank Ms Vance for taking the time to respond to my editorial regarding the BC Pharmacy Association’s proposals to government. We both agree that all health care professionals need to do their part in... Read More
While on recent vacation in Sedona, Arizona, I decided to perform a science experiment involving momentum, a middle-aged man, a mountain bike, and a tree. As a disclaimer—no bikes or trees were harmed during this... Read More
Doc, I am a little worried about my MCHC,” was how my patient started his office visit. As I am a trained professional I took this in calmly and answered, “What?” “Remember, I was tired so you sent me for some blood... Read More