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Dr. Richard Rutherford Jr, MD

Dr. Richard Rutherford Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Richard Rutherford Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Durham, NC. Dr. Rutherford Jr has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Hip & Pelvic Surgery. He is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 113 reviews 5 Star Rating (113 reviews)

EmergeOrtho

120 William Penn Plz Durham, NC 27704
Telehealth available

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(919) 281-1854

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rutherford Jr is affiliated with Duke University Hospital Durham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Rutherford Jr 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Rutherford Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rutherford Jr

5.0

113 ratings, 103 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 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
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Apr 17, 2025
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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
No results
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Apr 17, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Buzz – Mar 21, 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
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Charles – Mar 15, 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
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Mar 06, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 28, 2025
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Chiaramonte – Feb 09, 2025
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What could be improved
No results
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Richard Krawiec – Feb 05, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JS Roberson – Jan 31, 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
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Brian H. – Jan 17, 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
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Shelia Butts – Jan 09, 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
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Rutherford is terrific!!! – Dec 30, 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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Dec 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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V. Hawkins – Dec 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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DR – Dec 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
Helpful
Dec 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Dec 07, 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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Nancy T Jones – Dec 05, 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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Dec 04, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Richard W Rutherford, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Joint Replacement specialist at 120 William Penn Plaza., Durham, NC, with EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region. Services offered include partial and total knee replacements, robotic-assisted...read more

biography

Richard W. Rutherford, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Joint Replacement specialist at 120 William Penn Plaza., Durham, NC, with EmergeOrtho-Triangle Region. Services offered include partial and total knee replacements, robotic-assisted...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Duke University Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

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

EmergeOrtho

EmergeOrtho120 William Penn Plz Durham, NC 27704
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd
    Durham, NC 27705
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

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