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Dr. Douglas Cutter, MD

Dr. Douglas Cutter, MD

Sports Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Cutter, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Richmond, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities VCU Medical Center Main Hospital and Chippenham Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 62 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (62 reviews)

Practice

9000 Stony Point Pkwy Richmond, VA 23235
Telehealth available

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Dr. Cutter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cutter

4.8
62 ratings, 44 with a written review
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He was one of the few doctors who knows about sports hernias. He recommended a great physical therapist and I am doing better
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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Aug 05, 2024
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Dr. Cutter is terrific. He has helped me and my family members through a variety of injuries over the years! He is patient, caring, and explains things 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
What could be improved
No results
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Sarabeth – Jul 09, 2020
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Dr. Cutter was very helpful and concerned about my injury. The entire office was very helpful and made sure that I was informed about all my options
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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Kevin Thomas – Jul 06, 2020
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Dr. Cutter exceeded all of my hopes and expectations. He is simply the best combination of expertise, compassion, communication including listening, and providing direction. He saw me within one day, toa ok x-rays, scheduled an MRI , and read the results all on same day. I am so fortunate to be under his care??
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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Janet Starkey – Jul 02, 2020
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Dr. Cutter was amazing. He was so thorough when identifying my son’s injury and making a plan for the next steps.
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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kss – Jun 23, 2020
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Dr Cutter has examined and treated my entire family. He was very knowledgeable about our ailments (shoulder, concussion and ribs). We will always request him for our injuries!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jerry Kelly – May 26, 2020
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I injured my knee in a Sunday afternoon bike accident and Dr. Cutter and his staff were able to fit me into his schedule on Monday. His professional and gracious staff lowered my and my wife’s anxiety levels when we came through the door and went through the preliminary evaluation. Dr. Cutter exemplified the qualities of a very knowledgeable, warm hearted, respectful, and totally professional doctor. He put me at ease and reassured me (through his excellence) that no matter how major the injury, he could handle it and we were going to get through this. I felt confident that even if I needed surgery to repair my injury, Dr. Cutter would give me the best advice and direction going forward. As a former college athlete in his late 50’s, I’ve had my share of injuries and interactions with doctors. It’s easy for me to say that my experience with Dr. Cutter has to go down as one of the best experiences I’ve ever had with a physician.
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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Martin Brown – May 25, 2020
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I have been competing in running races at all distances for almost 50 years and have had many "overuse" injuries throughout. Dr. Cutter is my "go to" guy to help me correct my problems and keep me in the game. He absolutely knows sports medicine and how to fix ones injuries. He's also excellent at communicating with his patients.
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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Jimbo VanLandingham – May 18, 2020
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Have seen Dr Cutter for 25yr as he’s 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
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2020
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I can't say enough about Dr. Cutter and his staff. He has taken care of my injuries for over 20 years. Always very professional but more important his knowledge of sports injuries 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
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff Appling – May 01, 2020
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I have seen Dr. Cutter for two separate issues over the last year. I appreciate his straight forward approach and explaining all the options to me. I went to Dr. Cutter after a bad experience with one of the other major orthopedic companies in the area. One of my injuries required a tricky hamstring repair surgery and Dr. Cutter was able to find me a surgeon who was able to do the work and successfully repair the hamstring. In fact after discussing the matter with me and confirming that I wanted to consider surgery, Dr. Cutter went into the next room and got on the phone with the surgeon's office to discuss making me an appointment. If (or should the be when) I get injured in the future, I will see Dr Cutter first as he is very sharp and provides excellent and fast treatment.
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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Keith – Apr 30, 2020
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My appointment with Dr. Cutter was exceptional from mkingbthe appointment on the phone to Dr. Cutter's follow up call. He and his office were kind, professional, knowledgeable and helpful. I was in a lot of pain and they helped me in an efficient and caring way.
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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Danielle – Apr 28, 2020
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Dr Cutter is an excellent, thorough and compassionate physician. I would totally recommend him and his staff. He is very patient oriented and responsive to the patient’s needs.
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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Mar 18, 2020
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Dr cutter was thorough and explained in detail the process and addressed the concerns that I had.
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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Mar 11, 2020
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Received an appointment within two weeks of calling. Received excellent prompt care for a running injury. Dr. Cutter was very thorough in his explanation of the problem and the possible solutions we had to fix it. He chose the most appropriate PT to schedule me with for an evaluation to help me get back to healthy running. I am only a recreational runner, but he took my concerns and goals very seriously! Where others have told me just quit running, he constructed a plan to help me recover and get back to the hobby I enjoy! So thankful for Dr. Cutter and his staff!
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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pamela berkley – Feb 17, 2020
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Dr. Cutter is fantastic! Truly listened to my needs and was able to solve my knee problem. I encourage all to use his office.
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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Truly listened to my needs and was able to solve m – Jan 28, 2020
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Staff was very welcoming and friendly. I was seen on time and the doctor took his time to understand my concerns and pain.
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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Jan 26, 2020
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Great personality really listened and explained things very 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
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Dec 31, 2019
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Dr. Cutter and his team have been taking care of our family for a very long time. He has provided swift and accurate assessment of our injuries over the years (broken arms, legs, torn muscles, shoulders, back, necks, casts, surgeries, implants, PT---you name it as we have brought it to him). He always has provided all of us with sound sports medicine assessment and treatment. I HIGHLY recommend him. With the volume of athletic and non-athletic injuries we have had----he is on 'speed-dial' for our family. I have recommended him to friends and colleagues and they have all reported back they were extremely impressed with his knowledge, demeanor and the subsequent outcomes.
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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Elizabeth Staas – Dec 30, 2019
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Dr. Cutter won the “Best bedside manner” thank hysician award and thirty seconds with him and you know why! Clinically very astute, but even more impressive is his kind and caring approach to his patients. He helped me get through a very scary situation, never judged or minimized my anxiety, was just “present” to me while he figured out what was wrong. Office staff are the same, highly compassionate and responsive. Can not recommend this doctor more or say enough about him!
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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Tracie Clang – Dec 30, 2019
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care philosophy

I endeavor to return injured athletes to their selected sport/activity as quickly as possible, with the lowest possible risk of re-injury.

biography

I am an avid runner and like to see runners as patients.  That being said, I see all ages, all sports and activities.  I just love helping athletes and activity people get back to what they love to do!!
  • Sports Medicine

  • Family Medicine

  • Sports Preventive Medicine

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  • Chesterfield Family Practice Center

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Chippenham Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Medical School, 1985
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Practice

VCU Health System Stony Point9000 Stony Point Pkwy Richmond, VA 23235
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