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Dr. Richard Meyer, MD

Dr. Richard Meyer, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1201 11th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Meyer is affiliated with UAB Hospital Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Meyer specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Meyer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Meyer

3.4

15 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
27%
27%

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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
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Clayton in Tuscaloosa, AL – May 09, 2016
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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
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Edward Deason in Locust Fork, AL – Apr 25, 2016
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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
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Kathi Lamb in Helena, AL – Apr 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Meyer, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ala Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1976
  • Carraway Meth Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1972
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

UAB Highlands1201 11th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205
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2
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3

Practice

Office1313 13th St S Ste 210 Birmingham, AL 35205
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S
    Birmingham, AL 35233
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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