Dr. Will Richardson, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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NPI: 1043328230· License: ME94167 (FL) verify
Medical school: Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University · Graduated 2000(~26 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2024): $395 across 15 payments (what this means)
4.79(211 ratings)
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In Dr. Will Richardson's own words
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Approach
- The practice's treatment philosophy aims to preserve function, support skin quality, and enhance patient confidence at all life stages.
- The practice's treatment philosophy does not aim to eliminate every sign of aging.
- The practice's goal for muscle preservation is to achieve a stronger future, rather than simply a smaller body.
Specialization
- Specializes in dermatology.
- Offers innovative technology and services.
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About
Dr. Will Richardson is a board-certified dermatologic surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializing in cosmetic dermatology, laser surgery, and skin cancer treatment. He emphasizes a philosophy of healthy aging, built on consistent actions rather than dramatic interventions. Dr. Richardson focuses on preserving function, supporting skin quality, and enhancing patient confidence at all life stages, rather than eliminating every sign of aging or simply making the body smaller. His long-term treatment plans integrate foundational wellness elements like daily sun protection, restorative sleep, balanced nutrition, regular movement, and tailored skincare.
Dr. Richardson provides non-invasive EmFace for lifting, sculpting, and improving skin quality and muscle tone without needles or downtime. He customizes CO₂RE® fractional CO₂ laser for sun-related texture, fine lines, and uneven tone, and uses VBeam Perfecta® for rosacea-related redness. EMSculpt NEO® complements muscle health. His Natura Total Transformation™ approach combines medical weight management, muscle-focused technology, and individualized aesthetic care. This approach, alongside injectables like Sculptra®, Radiesse®, and Bellafill®, prioritizes diagnosis and product selection based on individual needs.
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Specialties
- Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Procedures & Services
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Average Cost of Surgery
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Tattoo Removal
$700
About typicalTypical nationally: $563–$1,800 (median $1,100, 34 reports) compare ↗
Restylane
$1,401
Above typicalTypical in Fort Lauderdale: $663–$975 (median $875, 6 reports) compare ↗
Coolsculpting
$2,000
About typicalTypical in Fort Lauderdale: $1,163–$2,025 (median $1,500, 7 reports) compare ↗
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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Will Richardson
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What is EmFace and what are its benefits?
EmFace is a revolutionary non-invasive treatment that uses synchronized RF and HIFES™ technology to lift, sculpt, and restore youthful facial contours by improving skin quality and muscle tone. It requires no needles and no downtime. It simultaneously heats the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin, and strengthens facial muscles, improving facial structure from the inside out. It can be thought of as a workout for your face with built-in skin tightening benefits. It's ideal for individuals with mild to moderate facial sagging, those seeking a more lifted, refreshed appearance, or those who want natural-looking rejuvenation without injections or surgery, as well as for prevention and maintenance. Each session is 20 minutes, with most patients completing 4 weekly treatments. Results continue to improve over several weeks, often leading to a lifted brow, improved cheek contour, and a naturally refreshed look.
What is Rosacea and how is it treated?
Rosacea can manifest as persistent facial redness, visible vessels, flushing, acne-like bumps, burning, or sensitivity, with some individuals also experiencing eye irritation. Triggers vary and may include heat, sun, alcohol, spicy foods, exercise, stress, or certain skincare products. Treatment often involves a combination of trigger management, prescription therapy, gentle skincare, and vascular laser treatment like VBeam Perfecta® for selected redness and vessels. It's important to note that facial redness is not always Rosacea, and a proper diagnosis is crucial for an effective treatment plan, as using the wrong products can worsen sensitive skin.
What causes hair thinning and how is PRP hair restoration used?
Hair thinning can affect confidence and its treatment begins with understanding the underlying cause, which can include genetics, hormones, inflammation, nutritional factors, medications, illness, and stress. PRP hair restoration involves preparing a concentrated portion of the patient’s own blood and injecting it into targeted areas of the scalp. It may be considered for certain types of hair loss, often as part of a broader treatment plan. It's important to note that PRP is not appropriate for every cause of hair loss, and results vary among individuals. A medical evaluation is crucial to determine the diagnosis, realistic expectations, and whether other therapies or testing are needed first.
What are the warning signs of skin cancer and how should I perform a self-skin check?
Warning signs of skin cancer include a spot that repeatedly crusts, bleeds, heals, and returns; nonhealing areas; lesions that persist for several weeks, bleed without clear injury, feel tender or painful, grow or change over time, or look different from other spots. Skin cancers can develop in easily missed areas like the scalp, behind the ears, across the back, on the soles, and between the toes. For a complete self-check, use a hand mirror for your back and scalp, ask someone you trust to examine hard-to-see areas, and check palms, soles, nails, and between the toes. Note any spot that is new, changing, bleeding, or not healing. While a photograph can help track changes, it cannot provide a diagnosis. A self-exam does not replace a professional skin examination. If you have any doubt or concern about a lesion, have a dermatology professional examine it promptly, as earlier evaluation often leads to more treatment options if cancer is found.
What are the foundational steps for an effective skincare routine?
An effective skincare routine doesn't require many products; a simple foundation is often the strongest. The foundational steps include gentle cleansing, moisturizing for your skin type, and applying broad-spectrum SPF 30+ every morning. Once this foundation is established, targeted ingredients can be added based on specific concerns like acne, pigmentation, redness, texture, or signs of aging. It's important to introduce changes gradually and choose products based on individual skin needs, not trends, as adding too many active products at once can cause irritation and make it hard to know what's working. Consistency generally matters more than complexity.
How does Dr. Richardson approach injectable treatments and filler selection?
Dr. Richardson notes that 'filler' is a broad term, as injectable treatments have diverse mechanisms. Hyaluronic-acid fillers provide immediate structural support, while collagen-stimulating options like Sculptra®, Radiesse®, and Bellafill® vary in composition, indications, timelines, and longevity. He emphasizes that no single product is 'best'; the appropriate choice depends on individual anatomy, treatment area, skin quality, patient goals, health history, and comfort with reversibility and duration. A thoughtful plan prioritizes diagnosis and product selection over the quantity of syringes.
What is CO₂RE® fractional CO₂ laser and what should I know about it?
The CO₂RE® fractional CO₂ laser is a customizable treatment that addresses concerns such as sun-related texture changes, fine lines, uneven tone, and selected scars. It creates controlled treatment zones in the skin, making recovery and aftercare important. Before proceeding, factors like treatment depth, expected downtime, skin type, medical history, and sun exposure must be considered. Dr. Richardson emphasizes that laser resurfacing is not one-size-fits-all, and a consultation helps determine whether CO₂RE® or a gentler alternative best fits your skin and schedule.
What is EMSculpt NEO® and how does it fit into muscle health?
Maintaining muscle is crucial for strength, balance, mobility, metabolic health, and enjoying activities, but muscle can decline with age, inactivity, illness, and rapid weight loss. Foundational muscle health practices include resistance training, adequate nutrition, recovery, and medical guidance. For appropriately selected patients, EMSculpt NEO® can complement, but not replace, these fundamentals by stimulating intense muscle contractions in targeted areas. Patients are encouraged to inquire about a physician-directed muscle-preservation plan to determine its appropriateness.
What causes adult acne and how is it effectively treated?
Acne is not just a teenage condition; adult breakouts can be influenced by hormones, genetics, stress, medications, skincare products, or occlusion. Effective treatment depends on the pattern and cause. A dermatologist may recommend a combination of topical medications, oral therapy, carefully selected skincare, procedures, or treatment for acne-related discoloration and scarring. A common mistake is frequently changing products, as acne treatments require consistency and time to be effective. Overly aggressive routines can irritate the skin and worsen the acne cycle. If breakouts are painful, leaving marks, or not improving, it's time to stop self-treating and seek professional help.
What is the Natura Total Transformation™ approach?
The Natura Total Transformation™ approach considers the entire patient picture, recognizing that significant weight loss can affect muscle mass, body contours, skin firmness, and facial volume. A physician-directed plan within this approach may combine medical weight management, muscle-focused technology (such as EMSculpt NEO®), skin-remodeling treatments, and individualized aesthetic care when appropriate. The objective is to support strength, skin health, proportion, and confidence as the body changes, rather than simply aiming to make the patient smaller.
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Patient Experience
Dr. Will Richardson Review Summary
4.36
Dr. Richardson has a strong overall rating, averaging 4.36 out of 5 stars across multiple platforms. He maintains a 4.4 rating from 11 reviews on one platform, with additional ratings of 3.3 on Healthgrades, 4.8 on Zocdoc, 5 out of 5 on US News Health, and 4.8 on Ochsner.
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Main Office
1120 Bayview Dr., Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.
Industry Payments
Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.
Total received (2024)
$395
Payments
15
Compared to peers
Small
Dr. Will Richardson received $395 across 15 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was GENZYME CORPORATION.
What this means for your care
- A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
- Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
- Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
- A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”
Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗
Patient Awards
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Location & Contact Information
Main Office
1120 Bayview Dr.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Office Information
Where does Dr. Will Richardson practice?
Doctor's Office
Main Office (Primary)
1120 Bayview Dr., Fort Lauderdale, Florida
(11 reviews)
Hospital Affiliations
Broward Health Medical Center
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Education & Experience
Education
East Carolina University Brody School Of Medicine
Certifications & Licenses
Board Certified In Dermatology
American Board Of Dermatology (2015)
Frequently Asked Questions
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Will Richardson?
Patient reviews range from extremely positive, praising Dr. Richardson's skill and artistry, especially with procedures like Sculptra and facelifts, to more critical feedback. Some patients describe amazing results and a commitment to excellence, while one patient felt rushed and unimportant. Several reviews mention pain associated with procedures, with one patient emphasizing the importance of clear pain expectations.
What areas of care does Dr. Will Richardson cater to?
Dr. Richardson's areas of care include cosmetic dermatology, laser surgery, body contouring (CoolSculpting), skin cancer treatment and excision, acne treatment, allergy consultations, annual skin screenings, and sexually transmitted disease (STD) consultations. He also performs procedures such as Botox, Sculptra, Ultherapy, and mole removal. Dr. Richardson emphasizes a philosophy of healthy aging built on consistent actions rather than single dramatic interventions. He believes in preserving function, supporting skin quality, and enhancing patient confidence at all life stages, rather than aiming to eliminate every sign of aging or simply making the body smaller. Foundational elements for overall wellness and skin health include daily sun protection, restorative sleep, balanced nutrition, regular movement and strength training, and skincare tailored to individual needs. In-office treatments are seen as most effective when integrated into a thoughtful, long-term plan.