Richard Herzog, M.D., Facr
About Richard Herzog, M.D., Facr
Richard Herzog, M.D., FACR, serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Covera Health and has held various prominent roles at the Hospital for Special Surgery, including Senior Scientist Clinician Investigator and Director of Spinal Imaging. He has received multiple accolades, including being named a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly and has extensive experience in radiology and orthopaedic surgery.
Work at Covera Health
Richard Herzog, M.D., serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Covera Health since 2017. In this role, he oversees clinical operations and ensures the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. His extensive experience in radiology and teleradiology contributes to the organization's mission of improving diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Current Role at Hospital for Special Surgery
At the Hospital for Special Surgery, Richard Herzog holds multiple positions. He has been a Senior Scientist Clinician Investigator since 2000 and serves as the Director of Spinal Imaging in the Department of Radiology and Imaging since 2011. Additionally, he is the Chief of the Division of Teleradiology, where he leads initiatives to enhance imaging services and patient care.
Education and Expertise
Richard Herzog earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Michigan Medical School, completing his studies from 1971 to 1973. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the University of Michigan. His postgraduate training includes a residency and fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco - School of Medicine, where he gained specialized knowledge in radiology.
Professional Background
Before his current roles, Richard Herzog worked at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System for 12 years as an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and later as an Associate Professor of Radiology. He also served as Section Chief of Teleradiology during his tenure there. His experience includes working with high-profile sports teams, providing radiology services to organizations such as the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Achievements and Recognition
Richard Herzog has received several accolades throughout his career, including being named a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly in the New York Metro Area from 2016 to 2018. He was also recognized as a Top Regional Doctor from 2015 to 2018. His contributions to the field of radiology have led to his listing in the Consumer's Research Council of America's 'Guide to America's Top Radiologists.'