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Dr. Richard Grutzmacher, MD

Dr. Richard Grutzmacher, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Grutzmacher, MD is an ophthalmologist in Sacramento, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1976. He is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1800 Tribute Rd Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 925-2700

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Grutzmacher specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Grutzmacher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Grutzmacher

2.9

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
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Eye Surgeon Patient – Nov 19, 2022
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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
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Dec 10, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Debra in Sacramento, CA – May 28, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Sacramento, CA – Oct 22, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In 1987, LASIK surgeon Richard D. Grutzmacher entered private practice in Sacramento, California. His practice is limited to diseases and surgery of the cornea, cataracts, and laser vision correction. For over two decades, Dr. Grutzmacher has been...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Internal Medicine

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ophthalmic 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.

  • Pacific Presby Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Wa Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Flinders Medical Centre

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Pacific Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976

  • University Of California

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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  • Alpha Omega Alpha, Northwestern University School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, 1976

  • Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology, 1985

  • Phi Beta Kappa, University of California, Berkeley, 1972

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Locations

Practice

Capitol City Surgery Center1800 Tribute Rd Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95815
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