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Dr. Richard McCormack, MD

Dr. Richard McCormack, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard McCormack, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Massapequa, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McCormack has extensive experience in Hip & Pelvic Surgery, Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery, and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities St Joseph Hospital and North Shore University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 131 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (131 reviews)

Practice

5500 Merrick Rd Massapequa, NY 11758
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(516) 795-3033

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McCormack is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital Manhasset, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McCormack 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. McCormack's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCormack

4.9

131 ratings, 99 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Salvatore Vitale – Jan 19, 2025
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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 person found this helpful
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Jan 11, 2025
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Telehealth
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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Marie Daphne – Dec 21, 2024
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Telehealth
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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Linda Kelly – Nov 22, 2024
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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
2 people found this helpful
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JB – Aug 19, 2024
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Best Surgeon you will find – Jul 20, 2024
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What could be improved
No results
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D. Perrone – Jul 19, 2024
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What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 15, 2024
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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 person found this helpful
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Dan – Jun 15, 2024
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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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Jan Y – Apr 26, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 12, 2024
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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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Dawn S. – Feb 23, 2024
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Feb 18, 2024
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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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Anthony vee – Jan 24, 2024
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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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Jan 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Mike – Jan 17, 2024
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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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Jan 15, 2024
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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
What could be improved
No results
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N Rozic – Jan 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Therese Reiser – Jan 13, 2024
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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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Gary Kloepfer – Sep 27, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard McCormack, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Massapequa, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McCormack has extensive experience in Hip & Pelvic Surgery, Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery, and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery....read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • Nyu Hospital For Joint Diseases

    Residency Hospital, 2012

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr
    Manhasset, NY 11030
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    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

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

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St Joseph Hospital

    4295 Hempstead Tpke
    Bethpage, NY 11714

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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