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Richard Battista

Dr. Richard Battista, MD

Orthopedic SurgeonGeneral Orthopedics

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OVERVIEW

Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, Dr. Battista attended Jefferson Medical College and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. He completed a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in 2001. He holds academic appointments as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and as Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at the Penn State College of Medicine. He is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. Dr. Battista maintains a variety of memberships in related professional organizations.

PATIENT'S PERSPECTIVE

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Provides follow-up as needed
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RATINGS AND REVIEWS

Dr. Battista's Rating
59 Ratings with 44 Reviews
Patient Perspective
5.0 Explains conditions and treatments
5.0 Takes time to answer my questions
5.0 Provides follow-up as needed
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250 Cetronia Road, Suite A, Allentown, PA, 18104
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250 Cetronia Road, Suite A
Allentown, PA, 18104
44 REVIEWS
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"Great guy, very straightforward and honest. had both hands done and very happy so far!"
  • February 22, 2024
"did everything he said he would..professional... knowledgeable..."
  • January 12, 2024
"First time I seen him, very professional "
  • December 27, 2023
"Dr. Battista took his time to explain to me all the options I had for surgery (none of them good). He then sent me for Cat Scan and will know more then. "
  • November 22, 2023
"The Dr. was on time and took his time to talk to me and answer all the questions. Staff were very friendly as well and efficient."
  • November 20, 2023
"Awesome hand Doctor. Explains options and procedures. Honest and upfront. Great surgeon."
  • September 20, 2023
"This physician was very respectful, made sure to review prior data from another health network and was thorough in explanation of a plan of care for the issue with my finger. Thank you."
  • August 23, 2023
"Fantastic surgeon. Straight and to the point. I felt very comfortable with him and he did a great job. "
  • June 30, 2023
"Dr Batista, is very knowledgeable and professional I would recommend him to other patients."
  • May 4, 2023
"I’ve been a patient of Dr Batista since 2017 and he’s been the best specialist I’ve been too. On my very first visit I left with answers and plans of action. Every visit with DR Batista is always a pleasure. "
  • March 8, 2023
"Dr Battista is a wonderful and kind physician. Just had surgery on hand. Explains procedures. Follow through to discharge is fantastic. Thank you to all the nurses as well at surgical center. "
  • January 26, 2023
"Great experience, explained things so you understand and super friendly. Made me feel like he cared. "
  • January 13, 2023
"Allows for questions, offered multiple treatments, and wants feedback for follow up plan. "
  • January 9, 2023
"Fantastic Dr. Very caring, down to earth and explains everything clearly. Lays out all options to help make decisions. I am a return patient and have been recommending him for years. "
  • November 11, 2022
"Dr Battista has completed 5 hand surgeries on me to date. I have had an excellent outcome following each operation. I highly recommend OAA and Dr Battista. "
  • September 22, 2022
"Excellence is the only word that comes to mind!"
  • September 16, 2022
"Cares about your physical limitations and helps you to become more functional"
  • July 11, 2022
"Explained everything is great detail. Was patient and took his time to answer any questions I might have and made sure I was comfortable with the treatment plan going forward. "
  • July 11, 2022
"very easy to understand and takes time to explain what is going on and how the healing process is going to be. Very polite and easy to talk."
  • July 9, 2022
"He is the greatest hand specialist ever!!!!"
  • July 8, 2022

LOCATIONS

250 Cetronia Road, Suite A
Allentown, PA, 18104
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

PROCEDURES PERFORMED

  • Hand & Upper Extremities

SPECIALTIES

  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • General Orthopedics

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