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Dr. Richard Orr, MD

Surgical Oncology*
4.8 (36)
Map Pin Small Greer, SC
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Richard Orr, MD

Dr. Richard Orr, MD is a Surgical Oncologist in Greer, SC. They specialize in Surgical Oncology, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine and is affiliated with Spartanburg Medical Center. Dr. Orr, completed a residency at UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA. Patients rated Dr. Orr an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Orr works at Medical Group of the Carolinas - Division of Surgery - Pelham in Greer, SC with other offices in Spartanburg, SC. They frequently treat conditions like Male Breast Carcinoma 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. Orr's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Medical Group of the Carolinas - Division of Surgery - Pelham
    2755 S Highway 14 Ste 2200, Greer, SC 29650 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 849-9555
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Spartanburg Medical Center - Division of Surgery - Gibbs Cancer Center
    380 Serpentine Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29303 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 560-1900
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00

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  • Spartanburg Medical Center

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Male Breast Carcinoma
Breast Cancer
Breast Carcinoma
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Lobular Carcinoma
Parathyroid Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Barrett's Esophagus
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Brain Injury
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cancer
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Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoma in Situ
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chordoma
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Colorectal Cancer
Conn's Syndrome
Constipation
Cranial Nerve Cancer
Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
Empyema
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ENT Cancer
Ewing's Sarcoma
Familial Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Goiter
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Head and Neck Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Ischemic Colitis
Jejunum Cancer
Lip Cancer
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Malignant Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Meckel's Diverticulum
Mediastinal Tumors
Melanoma
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Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkins Lymphoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Pelvic Abscess
Penile Carcinoma
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peritoneal Cancer
Pheochromocytoma
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pineal Region Tumors
Pituitary Tumor
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Salivary Gland Cancer
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominal Mass Biopsy
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Colectomy
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Excision of Neck Mass
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Soft Tissue Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision of Submandibular Gland
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Excisional Biopsy
Gastrectomy
Head and Neck Surgery
Hemicolectomy
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Mastectomy
Minimally Invasive Parathyrodectomy
Parathyroidectomy
Partial Mastectomy
Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Sentinel Node Biopsy
Skin Grafts
Skin-Sparing Mastectomy
Soft Tissue Mass Biopsy
Splenectomy
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thyroid Cancer Surgery With or Without Radical Neck Dissection
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Vagotomy
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    4.8
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    About Dr. Richard Orr, MD

    Specialties*
    • Surgical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1215937990
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
    Residency
    Internship
    • University South Fla
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Vanderbilt University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Orr has seen patients for Male Breast Carcinoma, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Orr on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    36 patients have reviewed Dr. Orr. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Orr.

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