Richard H. Snyder

Dr. Richard H. Snyder serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), bringing over 35 years of clinical and academic expertise in Internal Medicine, Critical Care, and Sickle Cell Disease. Board certified with dual fellowships (FACP, FCCM), he holds an MD from Meharry Medical College and an MBA from Regent University.

His educational foundation includes:

• Doctor of Medicine, Meharry Medical College
• Master of Business Administration, Regent University
• Critical Care Fellowship, Walter Reed Army Medical Center
• Internal Medicine Residency/Internship, Eisenhower Army Medical Center

Dr. Snyder's research program centers on Sickle Cell Disease pathophysiology and management, with signature projects including:

• Dypridamole/Magnesium hydration therapy trials
• Neuropsychological and neuroimaging studies of cognitive defects
• Epidemiological analysis of priapism complications
• Placental growth factor investigations in acute chest syndrome
• Comprehensive biorepository for non-malignant blood disorders

His publication record (1985-1988) shows early critical care contributions that evolved into sickle cell specialization, with recent awards confirming ongoing research impact. Clinical leadership is evidenced by:

• Internal Medicine Attending of the Year (Mercer University, 2014)
• Ameri-group Community Award for Sickle Cell Medical Home (2008)
• Sentara Health Network CEO Award for Disease Management (2005)
• Army Commendation Medal (1990)

As Department Chair, Dr. Snyder integrates clinical care, research, and administration, with particular focus on improving outcomes for underserved sickle cell populations through innovative care models and rigorous translational research.