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Dr. Richard Boyer, MD

Dr. Richard Boyer, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Boyer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Blount Memorial Hospital and University of Tennessee Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 255 Knoxville, TN 37920
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(865) 524-1869

Dr. Boyer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Boyer specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • 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.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Boyer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Boyer

4.5
56 ratings, 32 with a written review
5 star
82%
82%
4 star
2%
2%
3 star
5%
5%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
9%
9%

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great guy
just love him he has helped me so much
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 21, 2025
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Dr. Boyer has taken great care of me and my needs.
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 18, 2025
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First Visit
I felt Dr Boyer was very concerned about my condition. My pain was real in the back, groin and left thigh and for 2 weeks was only controlled with Oxy. Dr Boyer indicated imaging of the lower back does not warrant surgery but injections should provide relief which is scheduled next week. Dr Boyer also ordered an MRI of my neck and upper back to see if other areas are contributing to problems.I enjoyed his thoroughness.
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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Apr 13, 2025
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Great doctor
Doctor took time to explain everything
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 11, 2025
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Listens to your concerns
Very good doctor! Listens to you and gives you options
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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Janell Goins – Mar 28, 2025
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Outstanding surgeon
Dr Boyer, although a little reserved during office visits, is an amazing surgeon. He ensures that you understand the plan and options prior to surgery and that you understand the post surgical outcomes.
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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Karen – Feb 23, 2025
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Dr. Boyer takes time to talk to you answer your questions !
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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Jan 13, 2025
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Dr. Boyer
Dr. Boyer did an amazing job. After 2 years of extreme pain and attempting any and all ways to avoid surgery, I was left with only the option of surgery. What a blessing was to find Dr. Boyer! I am pretty much pain free.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 22, 2024
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Intelligent & friendly
Minimum wait. Entered the room with a smile & a handshake. Obviously intelligent demonstrated by the in depth exam. Excellent explanation of initial diagnosis and plan! The entire team demonstrates a knowledge of the specialty and very friendly and helpful.Top notch!!
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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Robin Key – Aug 31, 2024
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He Listens!
I appreciate Dr. Boyer for his willingness to explore and exhaust other options besides surgery. And when surgery is the only option left, he explains what will be done and answers my questions.
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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Aug 13, 2024
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Gifted Surgeon
Easy to talk to about your issue.Gifted and intelligent surgeon.He has performed surgery on me .I met him in ER. Surgery the next day.As I said to him ,” I sailed through it.”Because of him.His Nurses and MA are there for you as well.Last visit was long. Not the norm as things do and can happen on clinic days.Even with his fulll schedule, he spent enough time with me to answer all of my concerns and I never felt rushed.Thank you Dr. Boyer
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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C .M .Duncan – Jul 08, 2024
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Professional, patient, compassionate and kind.
Dr. Boyer’s professionalism and his kindness.
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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Mary Jane Farmer – Jun 21, 2024
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good doctor
did and great job helping with my pain and the follow up was great.
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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David Goins – May 04, 2024
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Listens .. Understandable.
Thank You.
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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A Q – Mar 15, 2024
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very professional;
Dr Boyer, spent unlimited time with me & answered all my questions. His office is very efficient. Would highly recommend .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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C. H. – Mar 04, 2024
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Already have
I have a friend from the Army who has the same issue as me. I recommended Dr Boyer to him.
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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Jeffrey – Jan 29, 2024
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Best Dr and practice ever!
Having seen Dr Boyer for awhile now for severe back issues I can firmly say they are the best around. I travel two hours to see him and his team. They are the best! Not an easy case they greet me with smiles, listen to issues and discuss a functional plan for me. I truly feel I am not just an insurance claim but a person they want to see succeed and live well. I can’t say enough about them. Dr Boyer takes time with me, listens, Caitlyn his PA is phenomenal with me with her care , Laura and Amber make the team complete! I thank them for everything. The extra miles and time put in on me. I can’t recommend the strongly enough.
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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Iris Bevins – Dec 23, 2023
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I would trust no one else with my spine care.
I can’t say w laugh good things about Dr. Boyer! He’s smart and kind. Educated with beside manners everything a doctor should be .
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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Jena Price – Nov 13, 2023
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Good job
They done good very nice and took good care of me
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Larry McGhee – Aug 16, 2023
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Caring and Professional
Dr. Boyer takes the time to discuss the procedure, what to expect after the surgery, and answer all of my questions. I was very pleased with my results after my first surgery with Dr Boyer, and I am glad he will be performing my next surgery.
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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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John S – Jul 24, 2023
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Dr. Richard Boyer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Boyer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 255 Knoxville, TN 37920
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • University of Tennessee Medical Center

      1924 Alcoa Hwy
      Knoxville, TN 37920
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Blount Memorial Hospital

      907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
      Maryville, TN 37804

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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