About
Dr. Rich Wyderski knew he wanted to be a physician from an early age, growing up in Dayton, Ohio. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Dayton before completing his medical degree, internal medicine residency, and geriatrics fellowship at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He also holds a Master of Medical Management from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified him in both internal medicine and geriatrics.
After six years in private practice, Dr. Wyderski joined Wright State University School of Medicine as Assistant Clinical Professor, eventually rising to Clinical Professor and Associate Residency Program Director. In 2011, he moved to Wake Forest University Bowman Gray School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he served as Director of Perioperative Medicine and Medical Director of the Davie Medical Center Acute Care for Elders Unit. Colleagues elected him Best Doctor in America each year from 2015 through 2020. He also received the Press-Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for patient satisfaction two years running, ranking first among all North Carolina hospitals. In 2019, he and his wife Karen settled permanently in Vero Beach. He is passionate about prediabetes management, cardiovascular risk stratification, Alzheimer's disease diagnostics, and healthy aging. Outside the office, he enjoys reading, travel, cars, and rooting for the UD Flyers basketball team alongside his wife and two miniature Schnauzers.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Dayton
Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Fellowship
Geriatrics, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Additional Training
Master of Medical Management, University of Southern California Marshall School of Business
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wyderski right for?
Dr. Wyderski is a strong fit for adults seeking comprehensive primary care with deep expertise in aging and chronic disease. Patients managing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, dementia, or fatty liver disease benefit from his geriatric and internal medicine training. He works well with older adults who want a physician familiar with complex medication interactions and age-related health changes. Patients who value direct, unhurried access to their doctor and a whole-person care philosophy will find the practice a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wyderski specializes in internal medicine and geriatric medicine. He treats a broad range of adult conditions, including hypertension, heart failure, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, prediabetes, atrial flutter, dementia, fatty liver disease (MASH/MAFLD), asthma, gout, vertigo, insomnia, and GERD. He also supports patients managing menopause and other aging-related concerns.
Yes. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified Dr. Wyderski in both internal medicine and geriatrics. He holds the FACP designation, reflecting fellowship status in the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Wyderski completed his medical degree, internal medicine residency, and geriatrics fellowship at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He also earned a Master of Medical Management from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business.
Yes. Colleagues elected Dr. Wyderski Best Doctor in America every year from 2015 through 2020. He also earned the Press-Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for patient satisfaction two consecutive years, placing first among all North Carolina hospitals and in the top 5% nationally.
Yes. Dr. Wyderski held faculty positions at Wright State University School of Medicine and Wake Forest University Bowman Gray School of Medicine. At Wake Forest, he served as Director of Perioperative Medicine and Medical Director of the Acute Care for Elders Unit. Residents nominated him multiple times for the Tinsley Harrison Teacher of the Year award.
Dr. Wyderski believes that good health involves more than physical symptoms. He takes time to understand each patient's lifestyle, family context, and emotional wellbeing. The practice pairs his clinical expertise with Healing Touch Therapy, offered by his wife Karen Bolle Wyderski, to support patients on multiple levels.
Yes. Dr. Wyderski visits members in the hospital, explains treatment plans in plain language, and coordinates directly with inpatient care teams. This continuity means patients have a familiar advocate present during hospitalizations.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Wyderski directly by phone, text, or email 24 hours a day, seven days a week for non-life-threatening concerns. This access often helps patients avoid unnecessary emergency room visits.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026