David A. Richards, MD

David A. Richards, MD

Medical Oncology, Hematology

Languages: English

Education
Birmingham University, Birmingham, England
Residency
Internal Medicine, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
Fellowship
Hematology & Medical Oncology, New York University Medical Center, New York, NY
Honors
Jersey Choice, Top Doctor; New Jersey Monthly, Top Doctor
Member
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Leadership
Hospice Director, Middlesex County Central Jersey Visiting Nurses Association

“I chose to become an oncologist because I found the field of oncology to be constantly evolving, changing with the development of new therapies, and rewarding in its care of the whole patient. After nearly 30 years in practice, I still feel the same way. And to be effective, in my experience, depends on always being compassionate and thoughtful… and focused on giving the person in my care the sense that there is always hope. We have appropriate treatment options for every step in your or your loved one’s cancer journey. And you’ll always have me by your side.”



Patient Reviews

  • "Dr. Richards is a kind and caring. He takes care of his patients and always calls with test results. The staff is also very caring."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-22)
  • "Dr Richards is a kind caring doctor I have been his patient since 2018"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-22)
  • "I truly love Dr Richards. He is very easy to talk to. I never feel rushed. He answers all my questions directly and completely, even the questions I didn’t think to ask. This has been a very scary experience but he is comforting and I feel very blessed to have found him and his office"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-18)
  • "I am impressed by the care I have received at Astera Cancer Care. Dr Richards is a brilliant doctor, a compassionate person, and an all around pleasant fellow. From our first conversation, Dr Richards instilled confidence in me that I desperately needed. His team is always willing to help when my wife and I were overwhelmed with paperwork for both insurance and disability leave. A shout out to Shanisse who helped us time after time when my employer dropped the ball. Thank you Dr Richards."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-17)
  • "Doctor Richards is the most outstanding doctor I have ever had the pleasure of meeting..The level of care He has given my father In law is absolutely OUTSTANDING. His direct approach to fighting this disease is like none I've ever seen...I am forever grateful to his natural ability to help his patients. He has answered every call and question without hesitation. I am beyond Grateful,Blessed and Thankful he is The man and Specialist that is taking care of the Matriarch of our family!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-09)
  • "Great office ! The staff is really friendly and professional! Dr. Richards is great and called to let me know how the bloodwork that was taken was good. Thank you."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-03)
  • "Staff was very courteous, Doctor Richard's answered all questions did not rush he is tops in my book"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-02)
  • "Compassionate, caring, thoughtful and most thorough medical experience I’ve ever experienced. I of course was nervous about this visit but Dr. Richards mannerism dispelled my anxiousness. What a gem of a professional and human being. Great full patient, June L"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-03-29)
  • "Great staff plus on time appointments."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-03-28)
  • "THANK YOIU DR RICHARDS!!!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-03-27)