Dr. Rich graduated from Drexel University in 1984 and completed a residency at Geisinger Community Medical Center. Dr. John Rich, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Scranton, PA and has 42 years experience. Dr. Rich has experience treating conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Dupuytrens Contracture, Osteoarthritis of Wrist, Broken Arm, Tenosynovitis and De Quervain's Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Rich's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rich is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Where Dr. John Rich, MD Sees Patients

Office
334 Main St, Scranton, PA 18519
Directions (570) 307-1767
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300 Lackawanna Ave Ste 200, Scranton, PA 18503
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Lehigh Valley Hospital-Dickson City
330 Main St, Dickson City, PA 18519
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Lehigh Valley Physician Group
267 Brooklyn St, Carbondale, PA 18407
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Sep 25, 2023

NEVER !!destroyed my right hand and index finger to the point that Iwill never be able to use them again.

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Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Rich in specializes in Orthopedic Surgery. See more on Sharecare.

What conditions does Dr. John Rich, MD treat?

Dr. Rich frequently treats the following conditions: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Dupuytrens Contracture, Osteoarthritis of Wrist, Broken Arm, Tenosynovitis and De Quervain's Disease. See more on Sharecare.

What is Dr. Rich's office address?

Dr. Rich's office is located at 334 Main St Scranton, PA 18519. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

Is Dr. John Rich, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Rich provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. John Rich, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. John Rich, MD is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street.

Is Dr. John Rich, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. John Rich, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Does Dr. John Rich, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. John Rich, MD has a star rating of 1.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Training & Medical Education

Medical Education

Drexel University
1984

Board Certifications

Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery

Internship

Newark 24/7 Urgent Care Center
1990

Residency Hospital

Geisinger Community Medical Center
1995

Fellowship Hospital

Allegheny General Hospital
1996

Hospitals Where Dr. John Rich, MD Practices

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street
700 E Norwegian St, Pottsville, PA

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