Summary

Dr. Alexander Richter specializes in orthopedic surgery with advanced training in orthopedic spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and brings 16 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Richter is fluent in both Chinese and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Richter maintains affiliations with several prominent hospitals including UCI Health facilities in Placentia Linda, Los Alamitos, and Lakewood, along with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Saint Joseph Hospital Orange. His practice locations span Newport Beach, Orange, and Lakewood, California. He focuses on treating back pain in various populations, including pregnant women and children. Dr. Richter performs specialized procedures such as herniated disc surgery, lateral lumbar spinal fusion, and foraminotomy to address complex spinal conditions. Patients rate his care highly, giving him an average score of 4.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 16 years of experience
  • speaks Chinese, English
  • Albany Medical College
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alexander Richter has 4 locations

Newport Care Medical Group Inc

441 Old Newport BlvdNewport Beach, CA 92663
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

1 Hoag DrNewport Beach, CA 92663

Saint Joseph Hospital Orange

1100 W Stewart DrOrange, CA 92868

Uci Health Lakewood

3700 South StLakewood, CA 90712

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Speaks Chinese, English Speaks English
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Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexander Richter

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexander Richter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexander Richter has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery Of The Spine

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Alexander Richter holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Richter's NPI number is 1013233790.

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Dr. Alexander Richter is affiliated with Uci Health Placentia Linda, Uci Health Los Alamitos, Uci Health Lakewood, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, and Saint Joseph Hospital Orange.
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