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Minimally Invasive Alternatives
Full Range of Surgical Treatment Options
Highly Trained & Dedicated Staff
State of the art facilities
Spanish Speaking translation
Specialties
THYROID
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ABDOMEN
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ENDOCRINE
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HERNIA
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Endocrine
Adrenalectomy – da Vinci / Laparoscopic / Retroperitoneal
Advanced Thyroid Cancer Surgery
Parathyroidectomy – Minimally Invasive/ Endoscopic Parathyroidectomy (TOEPVA)
Thyroidectomy
Scarless Thyroidectomy & Parathyroidectomy /Endoscopic Thyroidectomy (TOETVA)
Ultrasound Localization and Biopsy Capability
Cholecystectomy & da Vinci SILS Cholecystectomy - Laparoscopic
Thyroid
Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA) of Thyroid Nodules
Non-surgical treatment for large benign thyroid nodules.
Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy & Parathyroidectomy
Ultrasound guided thyroid biopsy
Ultrasound Parathyroid localization
Advanced Cancer Thyroidectomy
CellFX nsPFA
Biopsy of Thyroid
Scarless Thyroidectomy & Parathyroidectomy
Abdominal
Gastrointestinal and Solid Organ Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Cholecystectomy – Laparoscopic
Splenectomy – Laparoscopic
Antireflux Surgery– da Vinci / Laparoscopic / LINX
Hiatal Hernia Repair -da Vinci / Laparoscopic
Gastric Resection – Laparoscopic / Open
Colectomy – da Vinci
Laparoscopic
Dr. Richard Harding
Dr. Harding specializes in general surgery—focusing on minimally invasive surgery for conditions of the endocrine system, and also esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts. He also provides treatment for hernias.
Richard J. Harding, MD, FACS is a Board-certified General Surgeon and Fellow of The American College of Surgeons. Dr. Harding has been in private practice performing general surgery procedures since 1995. Dr. Harding has for more than 25 years, been at the forefront in using minimally invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Harding's skill at small incision surgery and his high success rate, attract patients not only throughout Arizona, but from neighboring Utah, Nevada and New Mexico, as well as California, Canada, and Mexico and further. Patients often plan a vacation to Phoenix for their procedure and enjoy vacationing with their family and friends.
- Expertise:
Minimally invasive surgery, endocrine surgery, robotic-assisted procedures.
- Education:
Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Vanderbilt University, completed medical school at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, and trained at Georgetown University.
- Innovations:
First surgeon in Arizona to perform Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy, a scarless thyroid surgery.
- Military Service:
Served in the U.S. Naval Reserve and was on active duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
- Awards:
Voted Top Doctor by Phoenix Magazine and recognized for excellence in robotic surgery.
His FACS designation reflects his commitment to high-quality surgical care, ongoing education, and ethical practice.
Distinctions
Dr. Harding is the Best... Go see him ..... Took fantastic care of me. Performed thyroid an gallbladder surgery... Thx Dr Harding ... Not many scars either...
Alisha M.
Dr. Harding performed my total thyroidectomy and Cholecystectomy in 2024. I was very pleased with both. Him and his staff are very professional and compassionate. One of my surgeries was at the hospital and the other was at the surgery center, the staff at both places were very friendly. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.
Amber Wolfe
Excellent surgeon! Would recommend Dr. Harding to friends and family. Does excellent work and is a very nice person to talk with. Can not recommend him more highly. Takes the time to explain everything to you and gives you copies of the recorded surgery and pathology results.
Andree E., Goodyear, AZ
Wonderful doctor!
I was highly satisfied with Dr. Harding. He knows his stuff and I felt heard and well taken care of.
What went well:
Office environment
Appointment scheduling
Listened & answered questions
Explained conditions well
Staff friendliness
Appointment wasn't rushed
Trusted the provider's decisions
Wait times
Barbara
I was referred to Dr. Harding for thyroid nodules, which he successfully removed without pain or noticeable scar. His manner is cordial and friendly. I felt comfortable and assured by his manner that neither minimized the significance of the diagnosis nor dramatized the work he performed. His staff was also helpful and agreeable. Dr. Harding's office is a professional environment that allowed me to feel confident in the success of the surgery. I recommend him without reservation.
Becky G., Phoenix, AZ
A very good doctor who takes the time to explain what is going on and explains what to expect. Great surgeon (left only a tiny scar on me that may go totally away). Has a very good sense of humor and has an awesome assistant (Bridget).
Came and visited every day I was in the hospital and I really liked that!
Bill C., Mesa, AZ
A few months ago after a biopsy on a Thyroid nodule, I was told by a neck surgeon that it needed to be removed asap. I was uncomfortable about this diagnosis and the way it was explained to me that I decided to do a little research and see what information I could find on my own. That is when I came across Dr Harding on You Tube. I was so impressed with him that I made an appt and a few weeks later I drove from So CA to Phoenix, AZ to see him. I knew my insurance would not cover me in AZ but after having seen him on You Tube I knew he was the Dr I needed to see. I saw him yesterday 8/1, and it was the most awesome and informative meeting I have ever had with a Dr. I am 79 and I have known many Drs but Dr Harding is beyond compare. He performed another biopsy and totally and humbly explained my situation in a way that only a great Dr could. I will have to wait a few weeks for the biopsy report, but whatever the out come, I left there totally relaxed, confident and knowing that I had just seen a great Dr. I don't know about you all, but I never walked out of a Drs office and felt that way.
Bill H., San Clemente, CA
My experience with Dr. Harding and his office staff has been excellent. He is very thorough and I feel I am in good hands. He and his staff are very pleasant.
Bruce Cutting
Loved Dr. Harding. He performed my Parathyroid surgery two weeks ago and I feel great.
Candice Colson
Dr. Richard Harding is the most incredible surgeon ever! I had to have my thyroid removed and his skill made surgery a breeze! I had absolutely no pain from the surgery! I never had to take any pain medication at all! My scar is very small and in the crease in my lower neck so you can't even tell I've had surgery! He's very knowledgeable and he's very pleasant! I highy recommend this wonderful surgeon!!!
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Charmaine T.
