Richard C. Beckendorf, MD
Pulmonary Medicine
MyBSWHealth
Richard C. Beckendorf, MD
Pulmonary Medicine
MyBSWHealth
Locations ofRichard C. Beckendorf, MD
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
2401 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76508
6653.5mi
Directions
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254.724.2111
Open
- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Cameron
101 Lafferty Ave Ste B, Cameron, TX, 76520
6631.9mi
Directions
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254.605.1100
Open
- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
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Biography
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Dr. Beckendorf has a background in research in the basic sciences and earned a Master's in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, prior to attending ... View More |
| Ages Seen |
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| Adults |
| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
| Education |
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| Medical School: MD, University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals (1995) |
| Residency: Internal Medicine, University of Kansas Medical Center (1999) |
| Education: University of Kansas Medical Center (1999) |
| Fellowship: Pulmonary Medicine, University of New Mexico Hospitals (2002) |
| Certifications | |
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| Pulmonary Disease- American Board of Internal Med/Pulmonary Disease | Internal Medicine- American Board of Internal Med |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple |
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Reviews (240) for Richard C. Beckendorf, MD
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.9 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.9 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.9 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.9 | Rate provider 0-10 | |
| 4.9 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider |
Patient Comments**
| 5.0 | Apr 15, 2025 | Dr Beckendorf was unhurried and explained my situation in great detail where I understood. He has a clear plan moving forward. He was very kind. | |
| 4.8 | Apr 13, 2025 | Very relatable and sincerely listen to his patients | |
| 5.0 | Apr 11, 2025 | Absolutely the most caring professional ever... It's always a very informative understandable and pleasant visit! Dr. Beckendorf, and his Team, are definitely an awesome asset to BS&W... | |
| 5.0 | Apr 9, 2025 | He is a great physician and already have recommended him to others. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 9, 2025 | Extremely thorough, very kind, explains all meds, procedures, and test results thoroughly. Excellent doctor | |
| 5.0 | Apr 8, 2025 | Dr. Beckendorf has always shown an interest in my well-being. He has even very helpful in my dealings with the VA (Veterans Administration. He confirmed my lung disease was caused by Agent Orange. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 5, 2025 | Dr. Beckendorf takes his time to listen to your concerns, needs and to provide you with his best possible care for whatever dilemma you may be having. | |
| 4.9 | Apr 5, 2025 | Dr. Beckendorf seems to be a very caring provider. He is very knowledgeable and explains things in a manner that is clear and understandable. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 3, 2025 | Excellent customer services the Doctor take time to talk tome & address any concerns you may have. I know I'm alive today due my serious health do to my Doctor thank you Scott white for having a Doctor like him. I'm so bless. I look forward to my appointments& I have had some emergency he made extra I time to taken care I love Scott & white it like no other health care services, | |
| 5.0 | Apr 2, 2025 | Excellent, caring physician ! | |
| 5.0 | Apr 2, 2025 | Friendly, asked questions, wrote out suggestions | |
| 4.8 | Apr 1, 2025 | Very caring. | |
| 5.0 | Apr 1, 2025 | Doctor Beckendorf has been my Pulmonary Provider for several years. I feel comfortable with him and know he will provide me with the best care possible. | |
| 4.8 | Mar 29, 2025 | Dr. Beckendorf listens to my questions, concerns and answers them. | |
| 4.2 | Mar 29, 2025 | Good | |
| 5.0 | Mar 27, 2025 | Dr Beckendorf is very thorough, kind and professional. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 26, 2025 | Very thoughtful of my condition and expertly explained my results and a plan going forward | |
| 5.0 | Mar 24, 2025 | It is always obvious he has reviewed my chart edited I am seen. He always fully explains in layman's term any questions I have may have. This makes me feel very confident in his treatment plan& knowledge. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 19, 2025 | Dr.Beckendorf was very kind and patient with me. He helped me understand what is causing my health issue and really seems interested in helping me get better. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 12, 2025 | Very professional and took his time to explain my concerns. | |
| 4.6 | Mar 11, 2025 | Md was quite patient and answered my questions, he paid attention to my concerns. | |
| 4.2 | Mar 4, 2025 | He was kind, helpful, and reassuring. Nice doctor. | |
| 5.0 | Mar 4, 2025 | Cares about my health | |
| 5.0 | Mar 1, 2025 | My consult was very good with the Dr.l felt very at ease on things we discussed | |
| 5.0 | Feb 22, 2025 | He listens and discusses potential changes or treatments. Thanks to Dr Beckendorf, my respiratory condition has really improved. | |
| 5.0 | Feb 20, 2025 | He took time to listen to me. We discussed the options and decided together. | |
| 4.8 | Feb 11, 2025 | I feel that he provided excellent care | |
| 4.7 | Jan 31, 2025 | Dr.Beckendorff is an excellent provider. He met with me even though I was running late from getting lost. He explained everything. He ordered tests and explained why the tests were ordered. He made sure I had no further questions before I left his office. Definately recommend him to others. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 30, 2025 | He is very good and explains everything to me. Very happy I have him as my Dr. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 23, 2025 | He listened and asked lots of questions about my history of being sick. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 7, 2025 | I didn't have any issue logging into the video and Dr Benkendorf arrived on time which is always appreciated. | |
| 5.0 | Jan 1, 2025 | He listens | |
| 5.0 | Dec 25, 2024 | Very good and caring Doctor. Takes time to show you and explain things. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 20, 2024 | Very kind. Took his time and followed up as promised. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 20, 2024 | He knows his business. | |
| 5.0 | Dec 19, 2024 | Super | |
| 5.0 | Dec 14, 2024 | Always so pleasant and very professional. Really cares about you and what it may take to keep you healthy. Great listener | |
| 4.8 | Dec 12, 2024 | Professional InvolvedSmartListenerInformative Genuinely showed concern | |
| 5.0 | Dec 2, 2024 | Often, he seems to give special care. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 29, 2024 | Listened to issues. Showed concern. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 26, 2024 | Caring and knowledgeable. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 26, 2024 | He has his patients best interest at heart.I actually enjoy my visits with him, I look forward to the next appointment. | |
| 4.7 | Nov 24, 2024 | He was familiar with my medical background and he listened to me. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 23, 2024 | Dr beckendorf took time to explain my condition to my understanding very personable! | |
| 5.0 | Nov 23, 2024 | He has a genuine interest in my health and quality of life | |
| 5.0 | Nov 22, 2024 | Very understanding and thorough. Highly knowledgeable. | |
| 4.7 | Nov 19, 2024 | It was very good. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 14, 2024 | I trust Dr Beckendorf with my life. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 13, 2024 | Listens and is very thorough to find the problem. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 13, 2024 | Listens to my questions and answers on the spot or offers research and replies in my chart. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 6, 2024 | Thanks Dr. Beckendorf for addressing my 5 month dihibillating health issue w/ a possible solution!!! | |
| 5.0 | Nov 6, 2024 | Very knowledgeable Dr. Caring and patient helping with patient health issues. Very happy to have Dr. Beckendorf as our Dr. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 3, 2024 | I felt at ease and the moment he walked inside the room. He shook my hand which I was surprised with this Big smile on his face. He asked questions and he even wrote down the names over the counter meds and what they do. |
*The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
**Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.