Richard A. Falcone Jr., MD, MPH, MMM

I'm chief of staff and a pediatric surgeon at Cincinnati Children's. I treat children from birth to adolescence who need general and thoracic surgery and emergency care. I use minimally invasive techniques for both simple and complex procedures. Additionally, I perform outpatient surgeries through Cincinnati Children's unique Same-Day Consultation and Procedure Program.

A drive to make a difference in the lives and health of children led me to a career in medicine. Every day, I try to improve children's health in our community, whether through direct patient care or by improving the system that provides care. I treat every child as if they were my own and every parent as if I were in their position. By improving a child's health, I help them enjoy a long and productive life.

My goals are to offer equitable care to all children, ensure their access to healthcare, and work to understand and address the social factors of health and safety for all. I also want my fellow doctors and hospital staff to feel safe and empowered and to have joy in their work. Throughout my many years at Cincinnati Children's, I have focused on a collaborative approach to patient care. I believe the best care is provided through collaboration with everyone involved in a child's treatment plan, including the patient and their family.

I'm proud to have been named one of Cincinnati's Top Doctors for the past 10 years, and I have had the honor of being the president of the Pediatric Trauma Society. I have received two clinical care awards, one for inflammatory bowel disease and the other for trauma team care.

In addition to patient care, I'm involved in research focused on preventing childhood injuries and improving the care of injured children, as well as hospital safety and operations.

Outside the hospital, I enjoy spending time with my wife and family, vacationing at the beach and socializing with friends.