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Dr. Damien Richardson, MD

Dr. Damien Richardson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Damien Richardson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fullerton, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California San Francisco in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence St. Jude Medical Center and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (3 reviews)

St. Jude Heritage Fullerton - Plaza Orthopedics

2141 N Harbor Blvd Ste 35000 Fullerton, CA 92835
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2.3
3 ratings, 3 with a written review
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I went to Dr. Richardson for multiple fractures in my foot and he took a completely unnecessary route for my care. He saw me the first time and ordered a CT which was helpful, but then after he received the results he decided that I needed surgery on a joint that was not damaged or problematic at all. He was very vague when telling me about the surgical plan and was going to do surgery that I did not need at all. I saw a different doctor at OrthoArizona for a second opinion and was told that Dr. Richardson's surgical plan for me was completely unnecessary and would not help me at all. I now don't need surgery at all, and Dr. Richardson's surgery would've probably caused me more harm than good. He is also very vague, does not explain your injury well, is not thorough with his patients, and all he wants is to do complicated surgery for no medical reason.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2024
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Went to Mr. Richardson for an achilles tendon rupture repair. He did not order an MRI for any body part (go figure). My stitches are crooked, he forgot to give me the script for my physical therapy thus beginning my PT 3 weeks late, and he consistently keeps me waiting for long periods of time in his office spanning from 30 to 50 minutes before seeing me for my SCHEDULED appointment time. His office staff looks miserable, which is the last thing sick and injured people want to see. Might be good for patients around 85 years old, but if you're around 30 years old give or take 10 years...do your research.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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ES – May 29, 2020
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Dr. Richardson diagnosed a stress fracture that two other medical facilities missed. He was extremely thorough and very warm. Highly recommend.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Laurie – Jun 08, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Patient-centered care is the foundation of my practice in the simplest of terms, our patients are my true north. My lifelong commitment to the craft of orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery is guided by the desire to offer patients the best care...read more

biography

Dr. Richardson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in foot and ankle surgery from Harvard, Massachusetts General Hospital. He has a master of public health degree from Harvard, T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Dr....read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 2019

  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine, Phoenix, 2018

    Residency Hospital, 2018

  • Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, Phoenix, Az

    Internship Hospital, 2013

  • University Of California San Francisco

    Medical School, 2012

  • Harvard T.h. Chan School Of Public Health (mph)

    2011

  • Arizona State University

    Undergraduate School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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St. Jude Heritage Fullerton - Plaza Orthopedics

St. Jude Heritage Fullerton - Plaza Orthopedics2141 N Harbor Blvd Ste 35000 Fullerton, CA 92835
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(714) 626-8630
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