Dr. Kenneth J. Rich, MD | Raleigh, NC | Neurosurgeon

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Capital Neurosurgery is a small practice with no physician assistants or nurse practitioners. A patient sees one of the doctors in the practice to talk about minimally invasive spinesurgery and other neurosurgical problems. Dr. Rich is also a member of the Southern N.S. Society and the North Carolina N.S. Society.

4.3

39 Ratings
48 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Kentucky Medical Center
19 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
6 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Rich's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

39 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Saw Dr. Rich about 10 years ago and was quite impressed then. My opinion has not changed. If anything it’s even better. He’s professional but personable. I’d trust him to it my life.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 11th, 2025

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Very professional as well as personable. I now have a greater understanding of my MRI. and neuropathy.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 14th, 2022

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I saw Doctor Rich on thru and he was polite and kind to me as he explain my MRI results

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 24th, 2022

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Dr. Rich reviewed my MRI with me and gave me a good explanation of what the medical issue is. He was very empathetic and may recommendations for treatment and follow up. I would recommend him highly.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 12th, 2022

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Very professional as well as personable

April 6th, 2022

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I was lucky to be referred to this amazing doctor seven years ago. He is kind and compassionate to my situation! Unfortunately my circumstances have brought me back to see him again, but I know that I am in wonderful hands

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 16th, 2022

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Was just concerned about how my questions were answered by his assistant post surgery. I have lots of confidence in his abilities as a surgeon.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 30th, 2015

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Dr. Rich performed surgery on my right hand 20 years ago. I had consulted another doctor who was a specialist in this same area but,for some reason I did not feel comfortable.I was referred to Dr. Kenneth Rich by a professional friend in whom I trusted. I was fearful at first but Dr. Rich calmed my fears by explaining in detail to me what the problem was,did MRI's to eliminate any other potential cause of my issue,just made me know that he would take care of me.Today,approximately 20-23 years later,I thank God for this doctor,for I am sure that his God-granted expertise is the reason I have adequate use of my hand.

November 29th, 2013

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I liked the doctors approach my first appointment he and his staff welcomed me. I had an MRI/disk but didn't know what was on it. The doctor explain the results of the MRI and recommended the treatment for me. He also explained that as a person ages the disk in your back began to wear down. I was unaware of this, I exercise all the time and ended up with a bulged disk. The results was surgery. I'm so blessed and pleased that Dr.Rich was my surgeon. I'm well today because of the surgery. I would choose him again if needed.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 16th, 2013

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GREAT VISIT-I WAS A PT NOT A NUMBER

January 24th, 2013

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Dr. Kenneth John Rich, MD	Dr. Kimberly Kimberly Livingston, MD	Dr. Elizabeth G. Evans	Dr. Julia Brittany Duvall
Neurosurgery	Neurosurgery	Neurosurgery	Neurosurgery
		Accepts New Patients
4.3 (39 Ratings)	4.3 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
48 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience		2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Raleigh , NC	Raleigh , NC	Durham , NC	Durham , NC
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine	Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine		Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Neurosurgery

Aneurysm
Back Injuries
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Craniotomy
Glioblastoma
Head and Neck Disorder
Laminectomy
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Dr. Kenneth John Rich holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Kentucky Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine in 1984 and Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Rich's NPI number is 1760489967.

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