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Dr. Richard Gittinger, MD

Dr. Richard Gittinger, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Gittinger, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cleveland, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southwest General Health Center and University Hospitals Parma Medical Center.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

6115 Powers Blvd Ste 100 Cleveland, OH 44129

Make an Appointment

(440) 842-1570

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gittinger is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center Middleburg Heights, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gittinger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gittinger

4.7
14 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
93%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
7%
7%

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1 appt with Gittinger 9/2017, seeking surgical hip replacement, very arrogant, rude,his secretary nasty. Gittinger gave false information on hip deterioration, (common in fit/active people of any age), screaming that "no one will operate on you unless you see rheumatologist and take osteo "medications before surgeries". My due diligence & research on lethal "medications" that destroy immune system,cause falls & are unnecessary. Holistic bone supplements excellent results-no dangerous effect
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
Helpful
Chris in Northfield, OH – Jan 30, 2018
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I saw Dr Gittinger MD, for the first time on March 20th and he is just excellent. He is kind, thorough, and explains everything very well. I was very impressed with him, and am glad to have found him. He comes highly recommended, is an excellent doctor, and has a great bed side manner.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Linda Durkee in North Royalton, OH – Mar 22, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Gittinger, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cleveland, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southwest General Health Center and University Hospitals Parma Medical Center.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 1984
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Locations

Practice

Office6115 Powers Blvd Ste 100 Cleveland, OH 44129
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Southwest General Health Center

    18697 Bagley Rd
    Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospitals Parma Medical Center

    7007 Powers Blvd
    Parma, OH 44129
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rainbow Babies and Childrens Hospital

    11100 Euclid Ave
    Cleveland, OH 44106
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