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Dr. Arlene Ricardo, MD

Dr. Arlene Ricardo, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Arlene Ricardo, MD is a general surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1993. She is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Southwest Surgical Associates

7777 Southwest Fwy Ste 810 Houston, TX 77074

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4.6
29 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Wonderful doctor, surgeon and individual
Dr. Ricardo explained everything to me about my breast cancer. She made me feel so much better after explaining to me her recommendations to treat the type of breast cancer I had. Thank you Dr. Ricardo.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 06, 2024
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Sensitive and compassionate doctor with patients. She performed a very precise surgery that saved my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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T.Lopretti – Aug 25, 2023
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Very human and sensitive, she saved my life!
I love her, she saved my life, very charismatic and human-sensitive. I recommend her with all my heart ??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Veronica – Apr 11, 2023
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Excellent physician / surgeon.
Very professional, compassionate, knowledgeable. Explains everything well. I have been a medical professional for MANY years. Dr. Ricardo is the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Enjay Tee – Jun 01, 2022
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A Wonderful Caring Breast Surgeon
I had to have a partial mastectomy and Dr. Arlene Ricardo was my Doctor and I am so glad she was, she is very caring and very kind she explained to me step by step on why I needed this surgery, I was kind of afraid when I was told I had Breast cancer, she explained to me that every thing was going to be alright and it was, she helped change my life and my body and my confidence in myself and she recommended an Awesome Plastic Surgeon,Dr. Carlos Murillo, they both worked together to make me feel and look better, I will never be able to thank for all she did to help me. Thanks Dr. Ricardo! You are the Best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 29, 2022
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Dr. Ricardo is highly competent, professional, honest, trustworthy, supportive, friendly and a good listener. I have no need to see any other breast doctor in the Houston metroplex.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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CZM – Oct 20, 2020
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My mom saw Dr Ricardo. She did not listen to my mom when she told her she had a lump. She thought she knew what she was talking about., When my mom pushed her to check she did find advanced breast cancer. After surgery we found out from another dr that cancer was missed during surgery by her which caused her cancer to travel to other parts turning metastatic. If she would have listened and not blew my mom off for a year I highly believe my mom would still be here today. Go elsewhere!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2019
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Dr.Ricardo was referred to me by my gyn. She is the friendliest dr that I have ever met. She is caring explained everything to me and my daughters and acts like she really cares about you. I hope I never know anyone that needs her services but I would recommend her she is great!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara Shaw in Conroe, TX – Nov 07, 2018
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Dr Ricardo greeted me with a huge smile, showed me my images on screen and then drew me a diagram of what to expect during surgery. She sent me for more tests and a biopsy. When I went for the biopsy results, she was absolutely beaming when she exclaimed that I had The BEST kind of cancer because it was Stage One and only 6ml. She held both of my hands when she told me this news. Then she held out her arms for a hug She is reassuring,positive and the most caring doctor I have ever known.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Leslie Poole in Houston, TX – Sep 11, 2018
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Very Crude office crew. When I tried to make an appointment, Shirley, the lady answered the phone, didn't allow me to make the appointment and event hanged me up even I had the doctor referral with mammogram and ultra sound tests. Ridiculous experience!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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Hongwei Shan in Houston , TX – Jul 09, 2018
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I credit Dr. Richardo for saving my life or at least being instrumental in my cancer not advancing beyond stage 1. Two other doctors had told me they felt certain that my lump was benign & that we would just watch it for a year. Fortunately upon the recommendation of a friend, I went to see Dr. Richardo. It was cancer and thankfully only stage 1. She spent at least an hour talking with myself & my husband explaining the options and projecting hope. That was 11 years ago & I still see her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nancy G. in Killeen – Nov 18, 2017
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Dr. Ricardo is warm and wonderful. She makes you very comfortable. She explains things extremely well and takes her time to listen to you. Her office staff is very friendly and knowledgeable as well. I cannot recommend her enough. During a very difficult time she put me at ease.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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La Porte, TX – Apr 04, 2017
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Dr Ricardo is the best at what she does, Very caring soul! I've been seeing her since 2003 of September. I'm only sorry that 2017 was the last time she is going to be my Dr. Because my Insurance has changed due to circumstances beneath my control. My new Insurance says she is out of Network. I am so sad! Dr Ricardo, you will always be in my thoughts and prayers! People she is an Excellent Doctor, cannot go wrong with her and that's a FACT!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Cynthia M Smith in Cypress, TX – Mar 28, 2017
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Dr. Ricardo is one of the kindest, most compassionate physicians I have ever seen. She seems truly interested in the wellbeing of her patients. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a breast specialist. Her staff is very kind and accommodating as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Richmond, TX – Dec 14, 2016
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I have been going to Dr. Ricardo over 10 years and she is the most trusted doctor in the world. She makes you feel so confident and if there would be anything wrong with the mammogram it is like placing the problems in her hands and you would have nothing to worry about. I just love Dr. Ricardo and would never go elsewhere. She is the best and you can always walk out having peace of mind. Words cannot describe there is no finer doctor in this field than Dr. Ricardo.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Pamela D'Angio in Sugar Land, TX – Oct 23, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Personalized and compassionate care for breast cancer patients or other diseases of the breast

biography

Dr. Arlene Ricardo was born and raised in New York. The second of four daughters, her parents instilled the values of hard work and family. In 1977, her mother died of breast cancer. This event helped to inspire her to help and treat women with...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

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  • Private Practice - Solo

  • University Tex Houston

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Tex Houston

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • University At Buffalo Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

    Medical School, 1993
  • State University Of New York At Buffalo

    Undergraduate School, 1985
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • Women Docs, 08/2001

  • Magna Cum Laude, 1993

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Southwest Surgical Associates

Southwest Surgical Associates-Southwest7777 Southwest Fwy Ste 810 Houston, TX 77074
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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