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Dr. Richard Lemon, MD

Dr. Richard Lemon, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Lemon, MD is an internist in Madison, WI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Essen in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Meriter. He is not accepting new patients.

1.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 1.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

1 S Park St Madison, WI 53715

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lemon specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Lemon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lemon

1.7
27 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 star
81%
81%

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Absolute JOKE of a “Dr”
As MANY have said, he doesn’t listen to his patient, writes what he believes will get him PAID and doesn’t write what will help the patient! He should have his license REVOKED! Stay AWAY!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2025
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Money is all he cares about.
ng the job he loved to do again. Play basketball and throw a football with our son. Play volleyball (if poorly) with our daughter again. To go on hiking trails and swimming at water parks. Yet due to his back injury that isn't in the Universe's plans for him. He can't even sit to watch them play their sports let alone play with them. Yes hes gained weight because his injury means he has an inability to move his body to exercise. An educated doctor Should be able to connect those dots, and yet... I guess not. As this is long enough and I could keep going, I end with this...You might wonder how this man can sleep at night knowing what hes doing to other fellow humans in pain? The only answer I can come up with is that his pillow stuffed with bribe cash must be super comfy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 21, 2025
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July 11 2024
Went to his office because I was told that I had to from worker’s comp. Walked from one end of tiny room to the other. He whipped my knee in different ways. Told me I was too young for a knee replacement and that I could leave. He is the worst Dr I have ever seen in my life. My Dr 5 star reviews and Dr Lemon 1 star reviews.You be the judge when you see him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jamie Van Boxtel – Jul 14, 2024
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Horrrible Experience
I was sent to go see Dr. Lemon after I got hurt at work & my workers comp agency stated I needed to. I was in & out of some chiropractor office in less than 9 minutes. He had me walk from one corner of the tiny room to the other and then grabbed my arms and flung them up in the air. (Mind you I somersaulted down a flight of steel grated stairs); he briefly asked me a few questions and then told me he was done and I could leave. He was cold, harsh & had no sense of anything that would be beneficial to the patient. He wrote his report stating that my shoulder was messed up due to being a smoker and stated that it wasn't due to my fall. I have since had surgery on my shoulder that was torn up pretty bad from getting it caught in the railing, which stopped me from going any further. It appears he is bought out by the insurance company for sure.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
D Ver – Jul 24, 2023
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He clearly doesn't like people and doesn't care about patients. He has sold out to insurance companies and lies for them. He was cold and mean. I'd recommend bringing someone with you to take notes if you have to see him.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 22, 2017
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I need a full knee replacement, I'm too young he told me. Told me to lose weight and call him in a year. I WILL find a dr that will help me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Feb 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

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  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ghent

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Of Cairo

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Wisconsin-madison

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • University Of Essen

    Medical School, 1980
  • Harvey Medical College

    Undergraduate School, 1970
  • None

    Fellowship Hospital, 1950
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc1 S Park St Madison, WI 53715
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave
    Madison, WI 53792
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UnityPoint Health-Meriter

    202 S Park St
    Madison, WI 53715
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    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 said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Marshfield Medical Center Beaver Dam

    707 S University Ave
    Beaver Dam, WI 53916

    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

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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