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Dr. Michael Riggenbach, MD

Dr. Michael Riggenbach, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Riggenbach, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Orlando, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Riggenbach has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 236 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (236 reviews)

Practice

25 W Crystal Lake St Ste 200 Orlando, FL 32806

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Riggenbach is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando Orlando, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Riggenbach specializes in the area of Hand Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Riggenbach's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Riggenbach

4.7
236 ratings, 203 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Surgery went Perfectly
The team of doctors were amazing and Dr. Riggenbach and his team performed surgery very quickly and everything went very smooth. I am now in recovery and everything so far is great. I would definitely recommend him and his team as they are very kind and knowledgeable and you can tell they care.
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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Apr 19, 2025
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Great experience
As much as I didn’t want surgery, Dr R made it as good as possible. Currently healing. Thanks so much!
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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Apr 08, 2025
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Good listener and efficient
Have been in excruciating pain dealing with copper tunnel in both hands however my left hand and finger have worsen with frequent pain, weakness frequent numbness and tingling and thumb popping in and out is painful had two shots and waiting to see how it goes still in pain This is my first visit here the staff and doctor were great
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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Apr 06, 2025
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Excellent professional. Highly recommend.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2025
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Excellent Doctor Riggnbach
Thanks doctor:I had surgery for my index finger because my dog bit me. The finger detached its its nail and i almost lost the tip of my finger. The procese to fine an appointment was so easy and he immediately scheduled a surgery to try to restore an recover the finger tip. the surgery was successful an now the finger is recovering such wells, obviously , following the doctor’s directions. Thank you Dr Riggenbach greeted me with a warm smile which helped alleviate the anxiety I was having. The surgery went well. They were a little backed up but I was still home and relaxing.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ana Luquis – Apr 02, 2025
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Good doctor
I had surgery for my carpal tunnel yesterday. I had excellent care from the time I arrived. Dr Riggenbach greeted me with a warm smile which helped alleviate the anxiety I was having. The surgery went well. They were a little backed up but I was still home and relaxing yesterday evening.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 13, 2025
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On time and ready to get to work!!
I just needed a few cortisone shots in my wrists, 8am appointment, he and the staff are always pleasant and professional!! Love the Lake Nona space.!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 13, 2025
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Very personable, professional and knowledgeable. Great experience, I would highly recommend.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 21, 2025
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Excellent team and outstanding doctor.
The level of care and attention was great.
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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Angelo Toro – Feb 07, 2025
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Dr Riggenbach & team
Dr Riggenbach & team Are they absolute best? They do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and help you with any and all issues that you may have in surgery is always a breeze couldn’t ask for better care.
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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Jan 30, 2025
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Care was quick and professional.
Everyone one in the office was nice ans professional.
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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Jan 29, 2025
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Great Doctor!
Tendinitis
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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EdH – Jan 23, 2025
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Great
Dr. Was great and did not wait long.
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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Jan 14, 2025
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Rushed Service and Not Professional
I want to thank the facility staff, they were very friendly and attentive. My 2 stars review is to Dr. Riggenbach, as soon as he asked me if my visit was a Workers Compensation appointment his face changed, he rushed my service barely giving me the opportunity to explain my situation or understand what he was saying. While I was talking to him he was yawning and rubbing his eyes all the time. At one point I asked a question to understand second opinions and he sit back like he was upset and repeated the sabe thing with attitude.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 10, 2025
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Quick. On time. Easy. Friendly staff and Dr.
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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Jan 09, 2025
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I give Dr. Riggenbach FIVE stars!Dr. Riggenbach looks at you in the face is totaly focused on the patient, to me is very important! He listens and pays attention to the patient.He explains everything clearly.He gives you all you options, and you chose what you want to do, he doesn’t presure you into anything.You can ask all your questions and he answers them.He speaks English is from America and he understands me and I understand him. Which is extremely important when dealing with your body-less likely to make any errors
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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Cindy – Jan 08, 2025
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Excellent Physician and Surgeon
Explains options clearly and listens to patient preferences and concerns. Excellent results from previous shoulder surgery so I am very comfortable seeing him again for hand surgery.
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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Jan 08, 2025
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Right thumb
My care throughout from beginning to end was well done. Dr. Riggenbach did an excellent job. Next morning my pain was only a 5 and I’m doing well. Highly recommend Dr. Riggenbach.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Future of no pain – Jan 07, 2025
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Great Doctor
Quality of care
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 12, 2024
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Always a positive and pro experience!
Dr. Riggenbach is a superb surgeon that is always informative and caring about my hands. I made the right choice!
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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EdK – Dec 10, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery Specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Microsurgery, and Pediatric Hand Surgery

biography

Dr. Riggenbach joined Orlando Orthopaedic Center in 2012. He came to Orlando after spending the majority of his life in the midwest. He attended the University of Dayton
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Ohio State University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • The Ohio State University

    Internship Hospital, 2011
  • University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011
  • Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Paulette A Smart MD PA25 W Crystal Lake St Ste 200 Orlando, FL 32806
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Orlando Orthopaedic Center MDPA1300 Oviedo Mall Blvd Oviedo, FL 32765
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Practice

Office6424 Alexandra Louise Dr Orlando, FL 32827
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Practice

Office9685 Lake Nona Village Pl Ste 102 Orlando, FL 32827
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • AdventHealth Orlando

    601 E Rollins St
    Orlando, FL 32803
    Recipient of 91
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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