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Dr. Richard Thirlby, MD

Dr. Richard Thirlby, MD

General Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Thirlby, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1978. He is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101

Make an Appointment

(206) 223-6636

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thirlby is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thirlby specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Thirlby's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thirlby

4.4

9 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
11%
11%

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What went well
  • 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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Renton, WA – Nov 23, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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gayle freel in Ontario, OR – Jun 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

'I enjoy working with all kinds of patients and am personally committed to providing the best possible individualized care.'

  • General 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.

  • Parkland Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1984

  • Dallas Va Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982

  • Parkland Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Healthgrades Top Picks on General Surgeons

Locations

Practice

Virginia Mason Medical Center1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101
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Office1100 Olive Way Seattle, WA 98101
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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