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Dr. Richard Steinbruck, MD

Dr. Richard Steinbruck, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Steinbruck, MD is a general surgeon in Staten Island, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (35 reviews)

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Steinbruck

3.9
35 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
6%
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1 star
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Excellent Dr
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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Ken – Apr 08, 2025
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The best doctor, without a doubt.
Dr.Steinbruck is an excellent, intelligent and highly skilled doctor. He has a stellar reputation and now I see why everyone loves him. He took care of my cancer surgery when i was so upset and nervous about a terrible situation. This man put me at ease, listened to me and genuinely cared about me. How many doctors can you say are like that? If you have the chance to need his expertise, know that you will have the best chance for a positive outcome. He is a good hearted, kind, wonderful person, i cant say enough about him, i just wish my other drs were half as nice. He also has the greatest staff, every nurse and receptionist is top notch, esp his head nurse Laura, what an angel she was and helped me numerous times and went out of her way for me. This is everything you wish healthcare could be, esp when you have a serious illness.Thanks so much Dr.Steinbruck and staff!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Maria M. – Aug 17, 2023
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Unbelievable
My wife came to him with intense stomach pain..Told my wife it was merely an ulcer and arrogantly dismissed her and told her to " go to your GI doctor because there is nothing I can do to make u feel better"....Well it turns out she was misdiagnosed, because that "ulcer" was in fact,a bowel obstruction and a hernia that needed emergency surgery.....Shameful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Patrick – Jul 10, 2023
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Dr. Steinbruck is both professional and personable. He took the time to explain procedures and listen to my concerns when I needed my gallbladder removed this summer. His staff members are also amazing and made the logistics of the surgery really easy. It was my first surgery ever and I had a very smooth experience.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 14, 2021
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Really the best thanks 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
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Omar – Nov 23, 2019
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Dr. Steinbruck has given me my life back. He treated me for the past two years. He was knowledgeable about my diagnosis, and dedicated to providing me with the best treatment plan. He performed four surgeries; each one was a success! He was there for me everyday during my recovery. His staff is excellent and caring. Not only is he a fantastic doctor, he is an amazing person. God bless him and his hands. He's the best of the best. I recommend him to all. Thank you Dr. Steinbruck.
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
7 others found this helpful
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E Cuevas in Staten Island, NY – Oct 04, 2017
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Just excellent!!! Just excellent! I can't say anything more. I did put up another review for Dr Steinbruck on Google and he absolute is the great surgeon that I've known.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Kenneth Bates in Staten Island, NY – Jun 27, 2017
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I had major abdominal surgery on 4/6/17. Dr. Steinbruck explained everything before and after surgery. He is a very intelligent and caring person. I stayed in the Hospital for four days and he was there every day. I had no complications after surgery. He has great staff.
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
8 others found this helpful
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John in Staten Island, NY – May 16, 2017
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Dr. Steinbruck is awesome! I'm in college and needed to schedule surgery during my spring break while I was home on short notice and him and his staff were incredible with accommodating me. I cannot thank them enough! I was uneasy about surgery, but felt much better being in the care of Dr. Steinbruck and his staff. I would recommend him to everyone.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2017
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Accurate diagnosis , prompt treatment (surgery) , no complication . Makes a huge difference ..to have a surgeon with this excellent surgical skill.
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
13 others found this helpful
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Joakim in Staten Island – Jul 14, 2016
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DR Steinbruck is caring and insightful.He gives each of his patients the time that they need.Dr Steinbruck explains all the procedures throughly. I felt completely at ease with him. you won't find a more caring surgeon.
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
13 others found this helpful
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D in Staten Island, ny – Jun 16, 2016
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Went to have a fatty tumor removed and was taken care of with top notch care by Dr Steinbruck .
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
13 others found this helpful
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Janice S in Staten Island – Mar 30, 2016
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Poor bedside manner, God-complex, and leaves important work to students/residents. That being said, he performed a surgery without major complications.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Mar 23, 2016
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Friendly, knowledgeable and easy to talk to! Eased my mind throughout my whole experience :)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
13 others found this helpful
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Staten Island, NY – Mar 17, 2016
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I had a fantastic expierence with Dr. Steinbruck, from my initial meeting with him in Emergency Dept, he is personable, explains procedures throughly, answered all my questions. I had a laproscopic appendectomy that went very well, no complications. I definitely recommend him for all your surgical 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
10 others found this helpful
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Frank L. in Staten Island, NY – Jan 02, 2016
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Poor manors . diagnosis can't be trusted.Short temper. Dont now how respect patient opinion. Not will recommended to now body.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Faina in Staten Island, NY – Dec 30, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

I have been in active practice in General Surgery since 1986, with a special interest in Breast and Oncologic surgery. This includes surgery for melanoma, sarcoma, thyroid and parathyroid, and laparoscopic and robotic procedures. I am committed...read more

biography

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  • General Surgery

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  • Suny Downstate Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Suny Downstate Med Ctr/king|university Hosp-suny Health S C-bklyn, General Surgery Kings County Hospital Ctr, General Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 1986
  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Staten Island University Hospital

    475 Seaview Ave
    Staten Island, NY 10305
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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