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Dr. Richard Grutzmacher, MD

Dr. Richard Grutzmacher, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Grutzmacher, MD is an ophthalmologist in Sacramento, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1976. He is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1800 Tribute Rd Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95815
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Dr. Grutzmacher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Grutzmacher

2.9
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Used a FDA non-approved medical device for eye elective surgery. Why take that high risk of an untested procedure? Bad Surgeon Practice. My eyes have many more perm/ problems.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Eye Surgeon Patient – Nov 19, 2022
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working in the HVAC construction trade i periodically get bits of wood or metal in my eyes. Dr. Grutzmacher was always able to see me right away and help me. He's truly 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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Dec 10, 2021
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Dr. Grutzmacher saved my vision. I was diagnosed with Fuchs Dystrophy, and my vision worsened quickly. My optometrist was adamant that I be seen by Dr. Grutzmacher due to his expertise and care. I am extremely grateful to Dr. Grutzmacherand 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Debra in Sacramento, CA – May 28, 2019
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Richard Don Grutzmacher, M.D. of Sacramento Eye Consultants and Capital City Surgery Center performed eye refractive corrective surgery on my eyes, of which I had a long unexpected healing-time, unexpected home care needs, many more physical/vision problems with my eyes after surgery than before surgery. He chose to use an eye laser medical surgery device, per confirmation with the U.S. Federal Drug Admin. for it's non-intended or tested purpose for elective surgery not discussed in pre-op meet.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Sacramento, CA – Oct 22, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In 1987, LASIK surgeon Richard D. Grutzmacher entered private practice in Sacramento, California. His practice is limited to diseases and surgery of the cornea, cataracts, and laser vision correction. For over two decades, Dr. Grutzmacher has been...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Internal Medicine

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

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  • Pacific Presby Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Wa Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Flinders Medical Centre

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Pacific Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1977

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976

  • University Of California

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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  • Alpha Omega Alpha, Northwestern University School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, 1976

  • Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology, 1985

  • Phi Beta Kappa, University of California, Berkeley, 1972

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Locations

Practice

Capitol City Surgery Center1800 Tribute Rd Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95815
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