Dr. Richard W. Eaton, MD | Indianapolis, IN | Hand Surgeon

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Dr. Eaton graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1978. He works in Indianapolis, IN and 4 other locations and specializes in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Eaton is affiliated with Major Health Partners.

accepting new patients
4.1

28 Ratings
48 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Clarian Health Partners
6 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Eaton's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

28 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Extremely RACIST, rude and impatient as an on-call doctor. My 7 year old son was released from surergy..too close to the pharmacy closing time..and Dr. Eaton REFUSED to simply move the prescription to a pharmacy that’s open. He continued to argue with me stating “he’s only 7 just give him some Tylenol..” His unwillingness to help my child coming out of a 2 hour surgery with NO PAIN MEDS 17 mins after the pharmacy closing makes him insensitive. The audacity to holler at me and argue instead of just calling in the prescription to an open pharmacy makes him rude and unprofessional. I now, at 10:13pm have a crying 7 year old boy with pins in his hand taking over the counter Tylenol because he doesn’t have the meds HIS SURGEON prescribed for him.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

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

March 28th, 2019

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Dr. Eaton and his staff are great!

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

August 17th, 2017

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Excellent Doctor that goes over and above what is expected.

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 28th, 2016

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love Dr Eaton!! Very patient conscious.

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

January 20th, 2016

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Hands down the top Orthopaedic Surgeon in Indiana. Took time to explain everything to me and made me feel very comfortable. His nurse Dina was super sweet to me, as well and answered any questions I had very quickly.

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 14th, 2015

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Excellent doctor

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

February 17th, 2015

Community Hospital North

7150 Clearvista DrIndianapolis, IN 46256

Community Physician Network Orthopedic Specialty Care

1400 N Ritter Ave Ste 351Indianapolis, IN 46219

Tel: (317) 355-7375

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Community Physician Network Orthopedic Specialty Care

1 Memorial Sq Ste 115Greenfield, IN 46140

Tel: (317) 588-2663

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Community Physician Network Orthopedic Specialty Care

7930 N Shadeland AveIndianapolis, IN 46250

Tel: (317) 588-2663

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Community Physician Network Orthopedic Specialty Care

7930 N Shadeland Ave Ste 100Indianapolis, IN 46250

Tel: (317) 621-6725

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Hancock Regional Hospital

801 N State StGreenfield, IN 46140


Dr. Richard William Eaton, MD	Dr. Matthew D Welsch	Crystal Bills	Dr. Surtani K Nimu
Hand Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (28 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Indianapolis , IN	Indianapolis , IN	Carmel , IN	Fishers , IN
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Clarian Health Partners.

Medical School

Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Eaton's NPI number is 1821022468.

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40 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
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Dr. Christopher Stack
Orthopedic Surgery
47 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
(0)
Dr. Sanjiv Jari
Orthopedic Surgery
36 Years Exp | Carmel, IN
(0)
Dr. Kayla Nicole Germany
Orthopedic Surgery
8 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
(0)
Dr. Kreigh Alan Kamman
Orthopedic Surgery
10 Years Exp | Madison, WI
(0)
Dr. Andrew William Bodrogi
Orthopedic Surgery
| Indianapolis, IN
(0)
Dr. Carlo Domenic Anthony Panero
Surgery
| Indianapolis, IN
(0)
Dr. James Baptiste Steichen
Orthopedic Surgery
| Indianapolis, IN
(0)
Dr. Jayson R Cacipto
Hand Surgery
| Indianapolis, IN
(0)
Dr. Robin Alan Helmuth
Pathology
41 Years Exp | Indianapolis, IN
(0)

What languages does Dr. Richard William Eaton speak?: Dr. Richard William Eaton speaks English.
Where is Dr. Richard William Eaton's office located?: Dr. Richard William Eaton's office is located at 7150 Clearvista Dr, Indianapolis, IN, 46256.
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