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Dr. Richard Ryu, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
Dr. Richard Ryu, MD
4.3 (84 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Ryu, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA.
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Dr. Richard Ryu, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 71
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Dr. Richard Ryu, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA.

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Dr. Richard Ryu, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA and has 44 years experience. They graduated from University of California at Berkeley. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Park City Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, Lompoc Valley Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Community Memorial Hospital-Ojai and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital. Dr. Ryu has experience treating conditions like Chondromalacia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ryu received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 84 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Ryu is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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ACL Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Chondromalacia
ACL Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Chondromalacia
ACL Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Chondromalacia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Whiplash
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Arthrocentesis
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Radiculopathy
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment

Insurance Accepted

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  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO
  • AWH Southern California HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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    Silver 70 PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    2936 De la Vina St Ste 100, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 963-2729
  2. 2 Summit Surgery Center
    231 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 898-2797

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4.3
Based on 84 Reviews
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May 04, 2024
Excellent surgeon but don't expect respect or listening skills
— May 04, 2024
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California at Berkeley
    1980
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Board Certifications

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  • Orthopedic Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Ryu, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ryu's profile.

Dr. Richard Ryu, MD is affiliated with Park City Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, Lompoc Valley Medical Center, Marian Regional Medical Center, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Community Memorial Hospital-Ojai and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Park City Hospital

    900 Round Valley Dr, Park City, UT

  • Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

    351 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA

  • Lompoc Valley Medical Center

    1515 E Ocean Ave, Lompoc, CA

  • Marian Regional Medical Center

    1400 E Church St, Santa Maria, CA

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    400 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA

  • Community Memorial Hospital-Ojai

    1306 Maricopa Hwy, Ojai, CA

  • Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital

    2050 Viborg Rd, Solvang, CA