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Dr. Alexander Richter, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Alexander Richter, MD
3.7 (15 Ratings)

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Dr. Alexander Richter, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Newport Beach, CA.
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Dr. Alexander Richter, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 42
Newport Beach, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alexander Richter, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Newport Beach, CA.

About

Dr. Richter graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE. Dr. Alexander Richter, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Newport Beach, CA. Dr. Richter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UCI Health-Placentia Linda. At present, Dr. Richter received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Richter's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Richter also speaks German. Dr. Richter is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Neck Muscle Strain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Radiculopathy
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Adult Scoliosis
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Disc Degeneration
Cervical Herniated Disc
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Spondylolisthesis
Cervical Stenosis
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Scoliosis
Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Kyphosis
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Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lordosis
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Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Herniated Disc
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Myelopathy
Neck Pain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacrum Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Instability
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Anterior Cervical Herniated Disc Surgery With Fusion
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Surgery (ALIF)
Carpal Tunnel Release
Cervical Disc Replacement
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion
Lumbar Laminectomy
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Posterior Cervical Laminectomy
Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Surgery (PLIF)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair
XLIF® (eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion) Procedure

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Renewfrp Physical Therapy PC
    441 Old Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (949) 491-9991
  2. 2 Orange County Orthpaedic Specialists
    11190 Warner Ave Ste 300, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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  3. 3 Office
    1386 W 7th St Bldg B, San Pedro, CA 90732
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  4. 4 Office
    3490 Linden Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
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Patient Satisfaction

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3.7
Based on 15 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Apr 30, 2022
Dr. Alexander Richter, did a fantastic job with my C2-C6 fusion surgery. He was very professional and caring in his pre and post surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Richter to anyone having any type of spinal cord neck problems. I feel Dr. Richter is not only an outstanding doctor – he is also an outstanding person. Alexander Richter, is #1 you are very blessed to have him on your staffs. Thank you so very much.
phillip truong — Apr 30, 2022
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Languages Spoken
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • North Shore & LIJ Medical Centers
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Hoag Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alexander Richter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Richter's profile.

Dr. Alexander Richter, MD is affiliated with UCI Health-Placentia Linda.

Yes, Dr. Alexander Richter, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UCI Health-Placentia Linda

    1301 N Rose Dr, Placentia, CA