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Dr. Michelle Ritter, MD

Dr. Michelle Ritter, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michelle Ritter, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Shreveport, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities Willis Knighton North and CHRISTUS Shreveport-Bossier Health System. She is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

385 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 500 Shreveport, LA 71106

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4.4
14 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Ulnar nerve transposition!
She was amazing! I had extreme pain in my left arm to the point I could hardly use my arm. She did ulnar nerve transposition on both my left and right arms. That was over 25 years ago and I have never had an issue since! Thanks Dr. Ritter!
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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Gam – Nov 16, 2022
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Dr. Ritter operated on my dominant left hand for trigger finger….repaired it perfectly & I’ve had no more problems with it. Highly recommend her…excellent surgeon.
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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Nov 15, 2022
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Dr. Ritter and Staff are very well educated people. Answered all questions I needed and always nice and polite. Would recommend Dr. Ritter for sure.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Bennie Reed in Shreveport, LA – Aug 06, 2017
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The base of my thumb had been hurting for some time when I finally decided to get an appointment with Dr. Ritter. She quickly diagnosed my problem and clearly explained to me what was causing the pain. She gave me a shot in the base of the thumb, showed me an exercise to help with the thumb's flexibility, and showed me a thumb support which I purchased from the manufacturer. Dr. Ritter was professional, efficient, and extremely knowledgeable on what needed to be done to relieve the 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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Sandra in Texas – Jul 26, 2017
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I went in with a fractured wrist. She was the greatest. She took the time to listen and discuss any problems you had. No rushing. I would recommend her to all.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Dolly Cooper in Shreveport, LA – Jun 19, 2017
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Two years ago I fell and broke 2 fingers on my left hand. Being an emergency situation I was so grateful that she was able to work me in to her schedule. I have had not one regret. She is an excellent caring and knowledgeable doctor. She did my surgery and worked with me to get well. I highly recommend her 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
2 others found this helpful
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Rusty in Shreveport, LA – Nov 23, 2016
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She is a excellent doctor. She stopped the pain in my hands completely.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Livingston, TX – Aug 02, 2016
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She has operated on my hands three times. Each was great she is the best that's why I gave her 5 stars. Wouldn't think of going anywhere else
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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Cathy Dosher in Haughton , LA – Jul 20, 2016
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Dominant right hand disabled. Very disappointed in outcome of surgery and treatment. Should have done an MRI to see tendons. Should have referred me to a more qualified hand surgeon. Finger steady getting worse.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Tanya WIllhite in Monahans, TX – Apr 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My practice philosophy revolves around the patient, not just their hand problem. I believe the more patients understand about their hand, and the more input they have into their treatment, the better the outcome.

biography

Dr. Ritter graduated with degrees in Math and Philosophy, but decided to become a hand surgeon after a traumatic thumb injury during medical research. The hand surgeon restored her thumb's form and function. She graduated from Wake Forest University...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Lsu Shreveport

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Nc Baptist Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
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Helping Hands Physical Therapy LLC385 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 500 Shreveport, LA 71106
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(318) 686-9986
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