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Dr. Richard Choi, MD

Dr. Richard Choi, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Choi, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lawrence, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Choi has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University Med and Dent New Jersey in 1995. He is affiliated with Lawrence General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 88 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (88 reviews)

Dr Richard Choi Orthopedics

25 Marston St Ste 105 Lawrence, MA 01841

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4.1
88 ratings, 46 with a written review
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Highly Recommend Dr. Choi
Dr. Choi performed surgery on my left hand in November 2020. It was a huge success. I am now seeing him for my right hand and trust him fully. I am not ready for surgery yet, but if it needs to happen, I 100% choose Dr. Choi to do the job. He puts the “Choi” in choice!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Kimberly B. – Jul 15, 2023
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I just adore him! Sweetest guy ever!
He knows what he is talking about, explains it well and is just a funny guy. Would not go anywhere else!!!!
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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Laura H – Jun 08, 2023
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The best of the best
Dr Choi is the best. He takes the time to know his patients. He is very thorough, gentle and really knows his stuff. He is the only dr that doesn’t hurt me when I get cortisone injections. He also does an AMAZING job with reconstruction of fingers. Awesome surgeon! I fully trust his findings/diagnosis with any issues I have . Never had a bad visit. Even my children see him. They need more drs like him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer – Jun 02, 2023
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I found him very personable and up front with his diagnosis and recommendation!
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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May 01, 2023
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Great service
I got an appointment promptly and received excellent response and care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2023
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Zero bedside manner.
He does seem to know his profession but chooses his delivery in a condescending smart Alec manner which is very off putting especially when you're in discomfort. I won't be back. No professionalism at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2023
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Dr Choi is great but make sure when you get to the apt that you actually are seeing by him not PA. I was very disappointed when I was expecting the Dr to come but instead the apt was with PA. Not both but just PA. Specially for fist apt I really wanted to be seeing by dr Choi and I had to ask to see him what made me feel pretty uncomfortable as I didn’t wanna sound like I was questioning the diagnosis or being disrespectful. I really wish I was not put in that position by the practice. The apt with PA should have been presented either during the scheduling or check in.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Mar 14, 2023
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Excellent!
Great experience with Dr Choi first, for injections into the base of my thumb because of painful arthritis, & then, surgery. I highly recommend him as a hand surgeon!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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LD – Mar 09, 2023
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Nice service I do recommend this place
Everyone was very helpful including the front desk , the nurse and the provider as well . Wonda helped me to book my appointment Thank you so much for the work you do
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
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Samira zahri – Jan 26, 2023
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Fast. Efficient. Thorough. Informative. Excellent care.
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
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Jan 24, 2023
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He can’t fix the problem after surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 12, 2023
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Extremely pleasant, knowledgeable & helpful. Would definitely recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 20, 2022
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It was a joke waste of our time
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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William Blaine – Nov 08, 2022
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Awesome DR
Had a broken clavicle, broken ankle and broken fibula DR Choi Did a phenomenal job on my clavicle the surgery did wonders No pain whatsoever was using my arm 3 days later my ankle and fibula are healing perfectly He’s an awesome Dr. thank you
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
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Jose Ortiz – Nov 08, 2022
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Dr. Choi and Team
Dr. Choi and his team were timely, professional, helpful and knowledgeable to my needs.
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
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Kyle Ouellette – Aug 25, 2022
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Can't say enough good things about Dr. Choi!
How do you say enough good things about a doctor who saved your finger? After a traumatic accident while chopping with sharp kitchen knife, my first meeting with Dr. Choi was in the OR at Lawrence General Hospital on a Saturday afternoon. Going into surgery, the chance of me losing the top portion of my left, index finger was extremely high. I was devastated. I am a busy woman in my 40’s with three children and a career; losing a portion of my finger would have had a negative effect on my life in so many ways. Nevertheless, thanks to Dr. Choi, my surgery was a complete success! If it wasn't for his amazing technical surgical skills, I would not be able to say that the top portion of my finger was successfully reattached and is healing beautifully. I am forever grateful to this talented surgeon for giving me the best possible outcome – a finger that will fully heal with a minimal scar (I will even have a nail). I highly recommend Dr. Choi! He is excellent!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nicole Kwitkin – Aug 15, 2022
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highly recommend
Dr Choi removed a cyst from my hand and I am so pleased with the result. The incision site is so small and clean! He, his NP and secretarial staff are always friendly, available and patient with any questions or concerns
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
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Aug 09, 2022
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Dr. Choi is a great doctor he gets to the point so that you understand exactly what's going on with you. His staff is amazing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 22, 2022
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Efficient, quick, and treatment worked great. Able to get an appt very quickly. Not especially personable, but funny
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 14, 2022
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I find Dr. Choi to be kind, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable in his field. He involved me in my healing process and kept me informed as to what to expect and what the time frame would be. He is a true professional and a credit to his practice and the medical field. I would recommend him to any one needing any kind of hand surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Frank Savory – Dec 26, 2021
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Making patients happy is my primary goal. 

biography

I love treating orthopedic problems.  
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital,umdnj

    Medical School
  • University Of Florida, Shands Teaching Hospital & Clinics

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • Hospital For Joint Dis

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • Nyu-bellevue Hospital Center-new York, Ny

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • St Lukes-roosevelt Hospital Center - Roosevelt Div

    Internship Hospital, 1996
  • University Med And Dent New Jersey

    Medical School, 1995
  • Johns Hopkins Baltimore, Md

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Dr Richard Choi Orthopedics

Dr Richard Choi Orthopedics25 Marston St Ste 105 Lawrence, MA 01841
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
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