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Dr. Richard McCarthy, MD

Dr. Richard McCarthy, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard McCarthy, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Little Rock, AR and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Conway Regional Health System and Arkansas Children's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1 Childrens Way Little Rock, AR 72202

Make an Appointment

(501) 364-1100

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McCarthy specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. McCarthy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCarthy

4.2

11 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
18%
18%

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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Margret Scott – Jun 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Linda in Bella Vista, AR – Mar 07, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard McCarthy, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Little Rock, AR and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1974. He is...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Arkansas Children's Hospital1 Childrens Way Little Rock, AR 72202
1

Practice

Norton Children's Orthopedics of Louisville2933 Breckenridge Ln Ste 103 Louisville, KY 40220
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Conway Regional Health System

    2302 College Ave
    Conway, AR 72034

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Arkansas Children's Hospital

    1 Childrens Way
    Little Rock, AR 72202

  • Saint Bernards Medical Center

    225 E Washington Ave
    Jonesboro, AR 72401

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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