Richard Hughes, MD
Professor, Neurology

Neurohospitalist
Consultative Neurology
Vascular Neurology
Clinic 720-848-2080
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Gender: Male
Languages: English
Department, Section/Division: Neurology

Practice Locations

UCHealth Neurosciences Center - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
4th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-2080
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UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion - Anschutz Medical Campus
12605 E. 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0000
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UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion 2 - Anschutz Medical Campus
12505 E. 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0000
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UCHealth Stroke and Brain Aneurysm Center - Anschutz Medical Campus
12401 E 17th Ave
Leprino Building, 3rd floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-2080
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Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Neurology, Board Certification (1988)
  • Neurology - Vascular Neurology, Board Certification (2005,2015)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Brain and Nervous System
  • Stroke
Clinical Interest for Patients
I am interested in ischemic stroke, TIA, aneurysm, AVM and cerebral hemorrhage.

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, University of New Mexico School of Medicine (1982)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BA, University of New Mexico (NM) (1976)

Internships:
  • University of New Mexico Program (1983)

Residency Program:
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Neurology (1986)

Fellowships:
  • University of Colorado, Vascular Neurology (1987)

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Neurology, Member
  • American Heart Association (AHA), Member
  • American Medical Association, Member
  • Colorado Society of Clinical Neurologists, Member
  • North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society, Member

Research & Grants

Research interests for Patients:
I have participated in multiple clinical trials on acute stroke resuscitation, secondary prevention of stroke and the detection of intracranial aneurysms. Current trials include treatment of intracerebral hemorrhage with activated Factor VII, the use of warfarin and aspirin in heart failure, and treatment of insulin resistance to reduce stroke.

Information for Referring Providers

Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
I am interested in ischemic stroke, TIA, aneurysm, AVM and cerebral hemorrhage.

Research Interest for Referring Providers
I have participated in multiple clinical trials on acute stroke resuscitation, secondary prevention of stroke and the detection of intracranial aneurysms. Current trials include treatment of intracerebral hemorrhage with activated Factor VII, the use of warfarin and aspirin in heart failure, and treatment of insulin resistance to reduce stroke.
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