Dr. Richard J. Garvey, MD | Bridgeport, CT | General Surgeon

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With 52 years in surgery, Dr. Richard Garvey practices surgery and is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital. He completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center and sees patients in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Bronxville, New York. He speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.2

17 Ratings
52 years of experience
3 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Boston University Medical Center
6 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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Dr. Garvey's Ratings and Reviews

3.2

17 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 27 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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I recently had surgery and my experience left me more than satisfied. He took care in explaining the procedure and everything went as planned. I would strongly recommend Dr. Garvey

Did Well

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

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July 13th, 2020

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Very good doctor I would go there again,Knows what hes doing .Nice personnel,Friendly and polite.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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February 27th, 2017

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Thank You!

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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

July 13th, 2016

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I had heard that Dr. Garvey was a very good surgeon and so therefore I went to him. I first had to wait for over an hour to see him and his bedside manner was horrible. He was very short with his answers and acted like he couldn't wait to leave. In fact when he walked out I wasn't sure if he was done or not. I finally had to go ask a nurse in the hallway if he was coming back or not. The staff was very nice, but he needs to learn some compassion.

July 23rd, 2012

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This doctor made me wait one hour and ten minutes and just told me "I don't know to every question I asked. No bedside manner at ALL. Terrible

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 22nd, 2012

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my overall experience was disgusting he is not a passionate doctor very short with answering concerning questions about my health and the procedure that i wanted done

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

October 3rd, 2011

Northeast Medical Group General Surgery Bridgeport

310 Mill Hill AveBridgeport, CT 06610

Tel: (203) 366-3211

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Northeast Medical Group

310 Mill Hill Ave Fl 1Bridgeport, CT 06610

Tel: (203) 366-3211

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Norma F Pfriem Breast Care Center

267 Grant StBridgeport, CT 06610

Tel: (203) 384-3392

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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2800 Main StBridgeport, CT 06606

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55 Palmer AveBronxville, NY 10708


Dr. Richard John Garvey, MD	Dr. Vicken Pamoukian, MD	Dr. Shunpei Okochi, MD	Louis Chiong Lio
Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Emergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.2 (17 Ratings)	4.9 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
52 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience		44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Armenian, Spanish, French, Arabic, Hebrew	Speaks English, Japanese
Bridgeport , CT	New York , NY	New York , NY	PORT JEFFERSON STATION , NY
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine		Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California
UnitedHealthcare

Appendectomy
Colorectal Surgery
Gallbladder Surgery
Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
Other
Ulcerative Colitis

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Boston University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Garvey's NPI number is 1841350964.

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(0)

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Garvey affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Garvey is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. Richard Garvey speak?: Dr. Richard Garvey speaks English and Spanish.
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