Dr. Richard Rutherford, MD
Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Richard Rutherford, MD is a family medicine physician in Carthage, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Riverview Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.5 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (42 reviews)
Practice
133 Hospital Dr Ste 500 Carthage, TN 37030Telehealth available
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- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Rutherford's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rutherford
4.5
42 ratings, 33 with a written review
| 5 star | 88% | 88% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 star | 10% | 10% |
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Dr. Rutherford has been my doctor for a long time.
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 07, 2025
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Best Doc!
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
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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Cindy – Oct 03, 2024
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Best Doc
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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Jun 13, 2024
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Well managed officeFriendly personal Well trained phlebotomist Dr Rutherford is positive, friendly and his office has a relaxed atmosphere.
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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May 31, 2024
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My primary care provider for over 20 years.
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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Cliff H. – May 22, 2024
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Dr Rutherford is my new primary doctor. I am very satisfied with his professional manners and kindness he presented to me. He was very focused on my health and was very detailed. I'm looking forward to Dr Rutherford attending to my needs. His staff was very passionate and professional as well. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone who is looking for a primary doctor. Sincerely, Roy.
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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Roy – Apr 25, 2024
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Dr. Rutherford is awesome
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 20, 2023
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Everyone is wonderful
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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Pamela Kay Ferguson – Apr 05, 2023
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Great Doctor
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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Brenda Dennis – Mar 06, 2023
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High Recommendation!
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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The Carvers – Mar 02, 2023
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Upon arrival, I was called back to see Dr. Rutherford in less than five minutes, waited in the exam room, less than five minutes before seeing the doctor. He listened to my complaints addressed each one called in all my refills, made a referral to an orthopedic surgeon. I received excellent 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
1 other person found this helpful
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julie cannon – Feb 03, 2023
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Dr Rutherford
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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Cheryl Paige – Nov 22, 2022
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Best Doctor
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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David Barrett – Oct 29, 2022
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Dr Rick is great with Candice
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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Peggy Wallace – Oct 21, 2022
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Great Doctor
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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BG – Jun 15, 2022
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Caring about both health and personal family life
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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Hurless – Jun 08, 2022
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Dr Rutherford is a wonderful doctor he takes time to listen to me and what my ailments are.he has always done his best to help me
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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Bobbie Key – Feb 16, 2022
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I've always loved Dr Rutherford. He delivered my oldest daughter and he has always helped me with everything from my asthma, having pneumonia to labor pains.,.
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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K. Coker – Jan 06, 2022
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Dr Rutherford listens and talks to you like a good best friend would. Wonderful Doctor
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
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Jonathan – Dec 04, 2021
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How was your experience with Dr. Rutherford?Overall Patient Satisfaction
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Rutherford to family and friends is 4.547619 out of 5
About Me
biography
Dr. Richard Rutherford, MD is a family medicine physician in Carthage, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Riverview...read moreFamily Medicine
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Autonomous University Of Guadalajara School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Practice
Carthage Family Practice Specialists PC133 Hospital Dr Ste 500 Carthage, TN 37030
Office130 Lebanon Hwy Ste B Carthage, TN 37030
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89%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well7% higher than the national average
89%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well8% higher than the national average
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