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Dr. Richard Whipple, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 69
Dr. Richard Whipple, MD
4.4 (27 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Whipple, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Albany, NY.
Dr. Richard Whipple, MD
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Dr. Richard Whipple, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 69
Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Whipple, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Albany, NY.

About

Dr. Whipple graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1981 and completed a residency at Albany Memorial Hospital.Dr. Richard Whipple, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Albany, NY and has 43 years experience. Dr. Whipple currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital. Dr. Whipple has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Trigger Finger among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Whipple received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Dr. Whipple's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Whipple is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Release
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Trigger Finger Release
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Wrist Fracture
De Quervain's Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Steroid Injection
Wrist Replacement
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Hand Fracture
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Synovial Biopsy
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Fusion

Insurance Accepted

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  • Universal American
  • Medicaid
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Emblem Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • MVP Health Care
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • POMCO Group
  • PHP-Physicians Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Fidelis Care
  • Univera Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Capital Region Orthopaedic Associates PC
    1367 Washington Ave Ste 200, Albany, NY 12206
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 489-2666
  2. 2 Office
    4 Medical Park Dr Ste 200, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 489-2666
  3. 3 Office
    989 Route 146 Ste 200, Clifton Park, NY 12065
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 383-0617

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4.4
Based on 27 Reviews
5 Stars (22)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Feb 08, 2024
Dr. Whipple is more than a brilliant surgeon; he is an artist. I have had carpal tunnel surgery on each hand and two trigger fingers on my right hand and don't have a scar to prove it. Plus, my hands are much better!
Joseph Bonville — Feb 08, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Connecticut School of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Albany Memorial Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Loma Linda
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Whipple frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Hand and Trigger Finger. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Whipple, MD is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Whipple, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY