Richard G. Wendt, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics

Areas of Interest:

Specializing in total joint replacement and knee and hip replacement revision.


Accepting new patients.

4.9 / 5 (Based on 816 Reviews)
Biography

“When I first came to town, and I’ve been here for many years, I did pretty much anything and everything – sports medicine, ACL reconstructions, fractures and trauma. As we’ve added new doctors in our group – most of whom are fellowship-trained in these other areas – I’ve been able to drift toward my interest, which is joint replacement.”

Dr. Richard Wendt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with special interests in arthritic hip and knee conditions, total joint reconstruction, arthroscopy and trauma. After earning his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, he completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in affiliation with the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita.

“Patients should come to OrthoKansas, whether they’re local or regional, because the people we have here are high-quality and excellent physicians, every one of them,” he said. “We have a nursing staff and staff in the therapy department that’s as good as it can be and we hope people come here knowing that and we’ll do the best we can for them.”

Philosophy Of Care

My patients will get the best care they can get with what I know. I take pride in the fact that I may not be the guy who can do something for you, but I know who that guy is. Whenever that occurs, I’ll get that patient to the right physician.


At OrthoKansas, you are supported by a team of highly trained experts throughout your treatment and recovery. Learn more about Dr. Wendt's team. (pdf)

Doctor's Contact Information

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Languages

English

Medical Areas of Expertise

Services

Knee Care and Hip Care

Credentials

Education and Training

Medical Degree University of Kansas Hospital
Residency University of Kansas School of Medicine, Wichita/ St. Francis Regional Medical Center

Board Certified

Orthopaedic Surgery

Locations
  • OrthoKansas
    6265 Rock Chalk Drive
    Suite 1500
    Lawrence, KS 66049
    Phone: Main 785-843-9125

Provider Review Comments

September 30, 2025
Very kind & professional.Had a good bedside manner.
September 20, 2025
I love Dr. Wendt. He is a great surgeon.
September 20, 2025
I was having pain in my left knee. Doctor explained why and gave me a cortisone shot to ease the pain.
September 20, 2025
No concerns
September 18, 2025
Great experience. Professional and friendly
September 18, 2025
Dr Wendt has provided orthopedic care for me and family members for years. He has been great to work with.
September 18, 2025
Pleasant and satisfying. I no longer have the same amount of pain I had before the visit
September 18, 2025
Excelent
September 09, 2025
Dr Wendt always listens and is very caring.
September 08, 2025
Very Good
September 08, 2025
Very good
September 07, 2025
He did a good job.
September 06, 2025
Very good.
September 05, 2025
Very helpful and understanding
September 04, 2025
Very good
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