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Dr. Richard Kirby, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.2 (39)
Map Pin Small Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Kirby, MD

Dr. Richard Kirby, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus. Patients rated Dr. Kirby an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Kirby works at Practice in Seattle, WA with other offices in Issaquah, WA and Walla Walla, WA. They frequently treat conditions like Shoulder Impingement Syndrome and Rotator Cuff Tear along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kirby's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Orthopedic Physician Associates Mri
    601 Broadway Fl 6, Seattle, WA 98122 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 386-2600
  2. 2
    Office
    751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 4020, Issaquah, WA 98029 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 623-0922
  3. 3
    Providence St. Mary Medical Center
    401 W Poplar St, Walla Walla, WA 99362 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 386-2600
  4. 4
    Walla Walla General Hospital
    1025 S 2nd Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 386-2600

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Swedish First Hill Campus

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Tear

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Tear
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation
Arthrocentesis
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Osteopenia
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Stenosis
Torticollis
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Excision of Humerus
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Somatic Nerve Block
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    4.2
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    Patient Ratings (39)
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    About Dr. Richard Kirby, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1699744094
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Presbyterian Center
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • University of Washington
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Washington School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Richard Kirby, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kirby is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Kirby has seen patients for Shoulder Impingement Syndrome and Rotator Cuff Tear, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kirby on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    39 patients have reviewed Dr. Kirby. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kirby.

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