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Dr. Stephen Ritland, MD

Dr. Stephen Ritland, MD

Neurosurgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Ritland, MD is a neurosurgeon in Flagstaff, AZ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Verde Valley Medical Center and Yavapai Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopedic & Spine Institute - Flagstaff

107 E Oak Ave Ste 101 Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Telehealth available

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(800) 656-7880

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ritland is affiliated with Flagstaff Medical Center Flagstaff, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Ritland is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ritland 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ritland's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ritland

4.5

40 ratings, 16 with a written review
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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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Virginia Vernon – Jul 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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John Prather – Sep 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Lynna Belin – Jun 14, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Elizabeth Arnow – Nov 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Eugene J Young II – Jul 31, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
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Chili – Mar 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
ChaCha – Mar 11, 2020
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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
10 people found this helpful
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Jun 06, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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May 18, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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May 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Randy Janzen in Prescott Valley, AZ – Jan 26, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ron Tevere in Dewey – Dec 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Marty Hetrick in Eagar Az – Aug 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Carol Sundberg in Prescott, AZ – Jan 28, 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
20 people found this helpful
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George T in Prescott, AZ – Jun 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Stephen Ritland, MD is a neurosurgeon in Flagstaff, AZ and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Verde Valley...read more

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Loma Linda University Affil Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Ritland is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopedic & Spine Institute - Flagstaff

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopedic & Spine Institute - Flagstaff107 E Oak Ave Ste 101 Flagstaff, AZ 86001
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Flagstaff Medical Center

      1200 N Beaver St
      Flagstaff, AZ 86001
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      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

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Verde Valley Medical Center

      269 S Candy Ln
      Cottonwood, AZ 86326
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      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

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

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Yavapai Regional Medical Center

      1003 Willow Creek Rd
      Prescott, AZ 86301
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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