Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Child
- Adolescent
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Twinsburg Family Health and Surgery Center
- 8701 Darrow Road, Twinsburg, OH 44087
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Undergraduate: Catholic University of America
- Residency: Brentwood Hospital, 1978
- Internship: South Pointe Hospital - CCHS (Formerly Brentwood Hospital), 1977
- Medical Education: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1976
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine/OMT: American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, 1981
Research & Publications
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As of 2026-04-08, Dr. Garwood has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
164 ratings, 39 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2026
This Doctor is very attentive and trustworthy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr. Garwood is truly superb. He is not only highly skilled but also genuinely caring and kind. He takes a personal interest in his patients and consistently goes above and beyond in every aspect of care.I recently met my brother''s physician at Cleveland Clinic, Dr. A. Klein, whom I greatly admired, and llearned that he was trained by Dr. Garwood. That spoke volumes to me. As the saying goes, Everyone who is perfectly instructed will be like his teacher.What makes Dr. Garwood especially remarkable is that he doesn''t just treat his patients-he teaches them and their caregivers as well, ensuring everyone feels informed and supported.I truly appreciate Dr. Garwood. He is a rare gem!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr. Garwood is an excellent doctor. He listens to you. He explains what needs to be done and why. He is compassionate and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr Garwood is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
I always have a great experience visiting Dr Garwood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Any time I visit Dr. Garwood and his assistant it is a great experience. Dr. Garwood explains everything in detail and makes me feel confident about the care I am receiving.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Everything that Dr. Garwood does is the greatest. He has been my doctor for over thirty years. He is the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
I feel Dr. Garwood really knows me and does not consider me just one more patient to attend to,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr. Garwood listens to my concerns and always provides excellent ways for me to keep healthy that are personalized and understanding of my attitude towards medicines
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Garwood was nice, but I don't believe he read my chart history.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Garewood is my Doc please don't over book him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
DrGarwood is what a Dr should be. He is one of a kind He even had notes. So I know he reviewed my case before seeing me. Took his time and made sure all my questions were answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr Garwood has my complete trust he's an excellent doctor -
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr Garwood is personable, caring and very informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr. Garwood has been my doctor since I was a child, I am now a 30 year old woman. He is very sufficient and listens. I am glad he still is in this field of work, he definitely is a great provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Garwood Is always very attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr. Garwood and his staff are great and very kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr Garwood is phenomenal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr.Garwood is very concerned about your health. Listened and gave good advise that I was able to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr. Garwood and his staff are TOP NOTCH! It is always a pleasure seeing Dr. Garwood. He makes visiting CCF a REAL PLEASURE! He is so down to earth, approachable, easy to talk to and talk with, very patient, very kind, and EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE. He makes medicine easy to understand. He draws pictures and explains things thoroughly. It would be great If ALL DOCTORS made patients feel comfortable as Dr. Garwood does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Dr.Garwoid and his staff are fant5.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr garwood is a wonderful man and doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
I have so much respect for Dr. Garwood. He is one of the best doctors I've had at the clinic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr. Garwood is a caring, courteous, thorough and detail oriented doctor. If he ever retires I'll never find another doctor like him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr. Garwood is the best physician ever! I will cry when he retires.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr garwood is the best and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
I am 63 years old. Dr Garwood is my first Primary Care doctor, and I am grateful for him. He is very understanding and always listens to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Dr Garwood is the BEST. I really am fortunate to have him as my primary care physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Dr Garwood is always looking to why things r happening and not just treating them. He is compassionate, caring, listens, and encouraging.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Dr. Garwood was very understanding and really seemed to care about my problem. He explained everything throughly. I hadn't had a doctor like him in years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Richard Garwood is a very caring Doctor who I'm so glad our paths crossed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr Garwood is by far one of the best doctors.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr.is always very thorough and pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Garwood and his nurse are fantastic, scheduling is another issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Dr. Garwood is a very thorough, patient and kind doctor. Too few doctors left like him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Good Doctor.,pleasure to have him as my PCP
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Dr. G, IS A VERY GOOD DOCTOR.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
I cannot say enough about the compassion and care that Dr Garwood has. The time that he spends is as if I am the only patient and everything matters about me. He is truly exceptional in how he cares for patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
I highly recommend Dr Garwood