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Dr. Richard Anderson, MD

Dr. Richard Anderson, MD

Pediatric Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Anderson, MD is a pediatric neurosurgery specialist in Ridgewood, NJ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Neurosurgeons of NJ

1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 200 Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Telehealth available
(201) 327-8600

Care Philosophy

"We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person. "

- Dr. Richard Anderson, MD

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Dr. Anderson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Anderson

4.7

23 ratings, 9 with a written review
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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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May 08, 2024
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What went well
  • 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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Kimberley E. – Aug 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Cautionary Advice – May 18, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Dawn L. – Feb 10, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 19, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Lilia Frenkel – Dec 17, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
AG – Aug 04, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
22 people found this helpful
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Gia’s Auntie – Jul 31, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person. 

biography

After completing his neurosurgical training at Johns Hopkins University, Columbia University and the University of Utah, Dr. Anderson's focus has been exclusively on the care of children.  Practicing at one of the top children's hospitals...read more

  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

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  • Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (new York)

    Residency Hospital

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Internship Hospital

  • Primary Children's Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009

  • Newyork-presbyterian Hospital-columbia University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Locations

Neurosurgeons of NJ

Neurosurgeons of NJ1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 200 Ridgewood, NJ 07450
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

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    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    24% higher than the national average

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

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    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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