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Dr. Alexander Richter, MD

Dr. Alexander Richter, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*

Dr. Alexander Richter, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Newport Beach, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange and UCI Health-Placentia Linda. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

441 Old Newport Blvd Newport Beach, CA 92663
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(949) 491-9991

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Richter specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Richter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Richter

3.7

15 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
27%
27%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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phillip truong – Apr 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Arthur Vega – Apr 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cyndy C – Mar 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Shelle Sandberg – Mar 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 10, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Broken neck still broke – Oct 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
William L. Seamans – Oct 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 31, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Angry patient – Jul 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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M Garcia – Jun 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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La Habra, CA – Oct 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Yorba Linda, CA – Oct 04, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I am comfortable with both the operative and nonoperative treatment of spinal conditions.  My philosophy is to explore and maximize nonoperative treatment options prior to utilizing operative interventions.  When surgery is necessary,...read more

biography

Alexander Richter, M.D. is an Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in spine surgery. He has extensive experience in the diagnosis of spinal ailments and the non-surgical management and surgical treatment of these conditions.

A native...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Medical School

  • University Of Southern California

    Undergraduate School

  • Georgetown University

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

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Practice

Office947 S Anaheim Blvd Ste 125 Anaheim, CA 92805
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange

    1100 W Stewart Dr
    Orange, CA 92868
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UCI Health-Placentia Linda

    1301 N Rose Dr
    Placentia, CA 92870

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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