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Dr. Richard Altwerger, DPM

Dr. Richard Altwerger, DPM

Podiatric Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Altwerger, DPM is a podiatric surgery specialist in Castleton on Hudson, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Albany Memorial Hospital and Ellis Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

1528 Columbia Tpke Ste 102 Castleton on Hudson, NY 12033

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Dr. Altwerger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altwerger

3.9

8 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
13%
13%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
13%
13%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Dec 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kim in Nassau, NY – Nov 29, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maria in Rensselaer, NY – Jan 20, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Altwerger, DPM is a podiatric surgery specialist in Castleton on Hudson, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Podiatric Surgery

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle 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.

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital
  • New York College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
  • Stockton State College

    Undergraduate School, 1976

Locations

Practice

Office1528 Columbia Tpke Ste 102 Castleton on Hudson, NY 12033
1
Office500 Federal St Troy, NY 12180
2
Samaritan Hospital-Albany Memorial Campus600 Northern Blvd Albany, NY 12204
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Albany Memorial Hospital

    600 Northern Blvd
    Albany, NY 12204
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award
  • Samaritan Hospital

    2215 Burdett Ave
    Troy, NY 12180
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • Ellis Hospital

    1101 Nott St
    Schenectady, NY 12308

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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