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Dr. Chad Ruechel, DO

Dr. Chad Ruechel, DO

Emergency Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Chad Ruechel, DO is an emergency medicine specialist in Hickory, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

810 Fairgrove Church Rd Hickory, NC 28602

Make an Appointment

(828) 326-3850

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ruechel specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ruechel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ruechel

3.4

5 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
60%
60%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
40%
40%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
No results
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Jillian Keys – Jun 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 23, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Angie Rudisill – Apr 22, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Nov 12, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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About Me

biography

Dr. Chad Ruechel, DO is an emergency medicine specialist in Hickory, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center.

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Catawba Valley Medical Center810 Fairgrove Church Rd Hickory, NC 28602
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Practice

Unc Health Blue Ridge-Morganton2201 S Sterling St Morganton, NC 28655
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Catawba Valley Medical Center

    810 Fairgrove Church Rd
    Hickory, NC 28602
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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