About
Dr. Richard D. Card II is a board-certified internal medicine physician practicing in Fairlawn, VA. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from George Mason University in 2003. He then completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA in 2008. Following graduation, he served an internship at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Western Michigan School of Medicine in Kalamazoo, MI from 2013 to 2016.
Dr. Card holds dual board certification from both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. After more than ten years in private practice, he affiliated with MDVIP to deepen patient relationships and deliver truly unhurried care. He entered medicine to help people navigate a complex healthcare landscape, and he carries that purpose into every visit. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking, exploring national parks, and watching his children compete in sports.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
George Mason University, Bachelor of Science, Biology, 2003
Medical School
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine 2008
Residency
Internal Medicine, Western Michigan School of Medicine, Kalamazoo, MI, 2013-2016
Additional Training
Internship, Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA, 2008-2009
Certifications
Who is Dr. Card right for?
Dr. Card works well with adults seeking a long-term internal medicine physician who takes time to listen. Patients managing chronic conditions like hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his preventive focus. He suits those who want comprehensive health screenings and advanced diagnostics as part of annual care. Patients who value direct physician access, including after-hours availability, find his practice model a strong match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Card specializes in internal medicine. He focuses on prevention, chronic disease management, and comprehensive health screenings. His practice includes advanced diagnostic testing that goes beyond what most standard primary care settings offer.
Yes. Dr. Card holds board certification from both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA.
Dr. Card completed his Internal Medicine residency at Western Michigan School of Medicine in Kalamazoo, MI, from 2013 to 2016. Before residency, he completed an internship at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA.
Dr. Card has practiced internal medicine for well over a decade. He spent more than ten years in private practice before affiliating with MDVIP to build deeper patient relationships through a smaller panel.
Dr. Card treats each patient relationship as a committed partnership. He believes that shared goals, such as longevity alongside quality of life, require honest conversation and unhurried visits. His aim is for every patient to leave each appointment feeling heard and informed.
Yes. Dr. Card served in the United States Navy from June 2008 through July 2013. His internship at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA took place during that period.
Dr. Card is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. He also belongs to the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the Medical Society of Virginia.
After more than ten years in private practice, Dr. Card wanted to offer patients more than a traditional setting allowed. Joining MDVIP gave him a smaller panel, more time per visit, and the tools to deliver comprehensive preventive care.
Doctor profile last updated September 17, 2026