Non-Surgical Treatment

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. Dr. Harding is Medical Director of the Thyroid Nodule Treatment Center. The mission of the Thyroid Nodule Treatment Center (TNTC) is the preservation of normal thyroid function while treating benign symptomatic thyroid nodules using the most advanced minimally invasive treatments available. https://thyroidnoduletreatment.center

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.