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Dr. Christian Ricks, MD

Dr. Christian Ricks, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Christian Ricks, MD is a neurosurgeon in Albuquerque, NM. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as San Juan Regional Medical Center and Sandoval Regional Medical Center.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2211 Lomas Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87106

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ricks is affiliated with UNM Hospital Albuquerque, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ricks specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Ricks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ricks

4.3
12 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
83%
83%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
17%
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Surgery on back
Dr. Ricks is an excellent surgeon he helped me get relief from my back surgery. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend Dr. Ricks and his team are Great.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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David Walker – Feb 03, 2025
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Decompression and lumbar surgery
Dr. Ricks performed a decompression and a TOPS lumbar arthroscopy on me. I had two prior appointments with him prior to being scheduled for surgery. I found him to be a great listener and he addressed all of my questions and presented treatment for my diagnosis. Follow up appointment after surgery was informative and Dr Ricks was genuinely engaged in my home healing and success of my treatment for my back issues. All pain is gone with no post surgery issues. Dr Ricks is a very talented surgeon who keeps his patients best surgical outcomes a priority and overall is just a very nice person. I highly recommend this kind and professional surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jill Medina – Oct 08, 2024
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I will not recommend Dr. Ricks or UNM .
I have a appointment for 9:45 am back surgery. After I called at 11:45, they told he was finishing up. At 14:45 I stared pulling IV, monitoring wiring ect. At 15:30 Dr. Ricks came to my room and wanted to know why I was not ready for him. We had a brief one way conversation. I let them hook me back up and do the surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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May 02, 2024
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Get out of pain!
Dr. Ricks implanted a spinal cage and the enormous pain I was in disappeared. I have nothing but good things to say about Dr Ricks. His bedside manners are great. He explains how he is going to treat you and does what he says in simple terms that you can understand. He is the best Doctor you could ever ask for.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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May 01, 2024
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Ricks skills as a philanthropic are on the high end of the curve. I have already recommended him to several customers I have come in contact with. I have nothing but high regards for him. Tobis T. Montoya
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Tobias T Montoya – Oct 20, 2023
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Have had 2 surgeries by Dr. Ricks. He strives to take patient needs and other characteristics in mind when deciding which surgical procedures to consider. Excellent surgeon.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 others found this helpful
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Tony – Dec 24, 2021
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Professional and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Pittsburgh, PA – Feb 03, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Christian Ricks, MD is a neurosurgeon in Albuquerque, NM. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as San Juan Regional Medical Center and Sandoval Regional Medical Center.
  • Neurosurgery

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American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

University of New Mexico Hospitals2211 Lomas Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87106
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Practice

UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

UNM Outpatient Imaging Service1213 University Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87102
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sandoval Regional Medical Center

    3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE
    Rio Rancho, NM 87144

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lovelace Regional Hospital

    117 E 19th St
    Roswell, NM 88201

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Socorro General Hospital

    1202 Highway 60
    Socorro, NM 87801

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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