Dr. Richard Ritter, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Richard Ritter, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in East Patchogue, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Long Island Community Hospital and St Charles Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)
Practice
285 Sills Rd Bldg 18 East Patchogue, NY 11772Telehealth available
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Dr. Ritter's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ritter
4.5
22 ratings, 15 with a written review
| 5 star | 86% | 86% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 5% | 5% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 9% | 9% |
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Extremely thorough and relieved my knee pain!!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Deborah Lynch – Dec 28, 2022
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As usual the staff got me in right away.
What went well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Francis J Knight – Dec 07, 2022
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Seems Nice
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
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I survived – Jun 30, 2022
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Long time patient
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
- Long wait times
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Keri Ann OGrady – Mar 23, 2022
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Dr. Ritter is an amazing doctor. He went over the injury I have to my leg in terms I could understand. He gave me treatment methods that can help, including PT, and just made me feel that he genuinely cared
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Peter Falen – Jul 09, 2021
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Had another great visit with Dr. Ritter. He has a great understanding of what he is doing. He is a great explainer of what is wrong and how to correct your ailments and also does not make you do anything you don't have tp. A ssuper guy and i would recommend him to anyone.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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William J Hart Jr – Jun 03, 2021
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great would not go to anyone else
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 07, 2021
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He was wonderful with my 16 year old daughter.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia Ottaka – May 06, 2021
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Dr. Ritter is the best. He is very hands on and does not depend on PAs do the the work. He is extremely personable and genuinely cares about his patients.
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 other person found this helpful
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Robin Jacobs – Jan 09, 2021
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Great doctor plus a great office staff....
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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Larry Lowe – Jan 08, 2021
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Dr.Richard Ritter Orthopedic has provided me with first class treatment and diagnosis's for lower back excruciating pain. With an x-ray and MRI and a diagnosis of bulging facet hypertrophy Grade 1 anterior spondylolisthesis w/ radiculopathy lumbar region loss of disc signal impingement on exsisting nerve root I was prescribed a non narcotic remedy in helping me work through my pain. In a time where addiction is at a high you can appreciate the expertise of a dr. that operates on a prescribed remedy of non addictive medications. Coming up with a treatment plan after every other option has been done - referring to consult with pain management. This Dr. deserves a Metal of Honor in Top Notch Orthopedic Treatment & Medical expertise of knowledge in professionalism & integrity.
Structural Honor in a Medical Team
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 21, 2020
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Very professional and explained everything well
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
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Myles – Mar 12, 2020
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Excellent
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Consumer in Medford , NY – Jul 27, 2018
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Excellent, caring doctor who does excellent work.
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
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jason Benze in Bellport, NY – Mar 06, 2018
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Dr Ritter was excellent in explaining the alternative treatment protocols and concerns with each.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Jeff Johnston in Mount Sinai NY – Feb 04, 2016
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Dr. Richard Ritter, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in East Patchogue, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
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Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School
Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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hospital awardView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
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View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
74%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home10% lower than the national average
64%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well12% lower than the national average
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