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Dr. Richard Bransford, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Richard Bransford, MD
4.2 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Bransford, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Richard Bransford, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 54
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
Dr. Richard Bransford, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Richard Bransford, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Seattle, WA and has 28 years experience. They graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1996 and completed a residency at University of Wa School of Med.They currently practice at Stroke Clinic at Harborview Medical Center and are affiliated with Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Bransford has experience treating conditions like Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bransford received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Bransford is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Stroke Clinic at Harborview Medical Center
    908 Jefferson St, Seattle, WA 98104
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    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Spinal Fusion
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Fusion
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Fusion
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Ankle Fracture
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Pelvic Fracture
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spine Fracture Treatment
Wound Repair
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ataxia
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Autonomic Disorders
Autonomic Dysreflexia
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cervical Discitis
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chiari's Deformity
Chronic Neck Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Dural Tear
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spina Bifida
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Sacral Fracture
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spina Bifida
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sternum Fracture
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Tibial Fracture
TMJ
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Transverse Myelitis
Upper Back Pain
Vertebral Column Tumors
Whiplash
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Arthrocentesis
Disc Replacement
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Herniated Disc Surgery
Interlaminar Spacer
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Laminoplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Steroid Injection

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bransford
4.2
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Jan 31, 2024
Dr. Bransford and his team is highly skilled, intelligent and extremely patient with the families and the patients! Performed spinal fusion surgery with nothing but amazing results! Were specifically recommended to him as being the best spinal surgeon on the West Coast and I highly agree! Nothing but five stars all around an incredible snd talented surgeon! Support teams were also amazing we were nervous about going to Harborview but wanted the best care and that’s what we got! Fusion revision surgery from S1 to T10!! WOW…incredible experience
Cassandra Van Steyn — Jan 31, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Richard Bransford, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1996. He specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Wa School of Med
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Bransford, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bransford's profile.

Dr. Bransford frequently treats the following conditions: Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Bransford, MD is affiliated with Harborview Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Richard Bransford, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Bransford has over 28 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA

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