Dr. Richards was born and raised in Greenbank, Washington on Whidbey Island. She attended St. Mary’s College of California for undergrad where she played Division I softball and was an NFCA All-American. She completed medical school and residency at Wake Forest in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Although they enjoyed the East Coast, after 8 years it was time to move back West. She, along with her husband and young daughter are excited for their new adventure in Idaho. Areas of special interest include low and high-risk obstetrics, contraception, vaginal and laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Richards enjoys outdoor activities and team sports, photography and painting, and spending time with friends and family.