Dr. Richard A. Matza, MD | Waterbury, CT | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Richard Matza is an orthopedic surgeon with 54 years of experience treating patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and has dedicated over five decades to helping patients regain mobility and reduce pain. Dr. Matza speaks both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population in Connecticut.

Dr. Matza practices at Saint Marys Hospital and Waterbury Hospital, both located in Waterbury, Connecticut. He also sees patients at the Arthritis Center of Connecticut in the same city. His expertise includes treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and rotator cuff problems. Dr. Matza incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans, along with manual therapy techniques to help restore function. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.7

34 Ratings
54 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Georgetown University School Of Medicine
13 written reviews
1 specialty
16 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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Dr Matza is one of the Very few doctors who listened to me and gave me options instead of telling me what had to be done

February 14th, 2024

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Soy la señora Migdalia Pagan paciente del Dr. Matza estoy tratado de comunicarme con ustedes para una cita medica En hora de la tarde 3:00 pm Gracias

January 4th, 2024

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I have been seeing Dr Matza, for a painful arthritis problem in my back, he's very pleasant, great at answering my questions and the staff is always nice.

April 26th, 2019

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He saved my LIFE !!! 25yrs ago today, Oct.2 and the following week , 1993 !!! Look me Up Dr. Rich !!! LYM! Later... "STILL Standin' !!!" Later...

October 2nd, 2018

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FOR A TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT HE IS THE BEST!

April 29th, 2017

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kind and understanding I advise any one having a problem go to him he is the best. I just had hand surgery and I feel great and the people there treat you like you are very special.

January 13th, 2017

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After I had an infection in my finger from getting my nails done, and improperly buffed at a salon out of state, I was in Yale New Haven for a while, very, very sick. I was referred to Dr. Islam in Danbury who is with Yale, but wanted a closer doctor to Waterbury. I considered Dr. Matza because he worked on a friend's knee, with good results. I had very bad scar tissue which bent my finger and caused lack of feeling. I needed it removed. Dr. Matza only made it worse. I lost all feeling in my hand after the third "surgery to fix the last issue", all of my doctors warned me to go to the doctor with Microsurgery expertise. This guy can only work with big stuff, not to mention how obnoxious he is. I should have gone to Dr. Islam.

July 17th, 2013

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This doctor does not care about his patients. Does not sit down n talk to you, more of an in and out type of guy. His secretaries are very rude! I personally think he should not be a doctor. He is terrible. Does not care one bit about the health of his patients! Very disappointed in this man.

March 6th, 2013

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A great DR.

July 15th, 2012

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You cannot rate him highly enough. He not only has the experience but he correctly diagnosed and managed for me something rare and difficult that had flummoxed the top doctors in New York. He is conservative yet flexible, old school yet up on all the latest. He is forward thinking and genuine. This review is not written by him or his staff but a real person who was fortunate enough to be in his care. Thank you.

May 1st, 2012

Waterbury Hospital

64 Robbins StWaterbury, CT 06708

Tel: (203) 573-6000

Saint Marys Hospital

56 Franklin StWaterbury, CT 06706

Tel: (203) 709-6000

Arthritis Center Of Connecticut

171 Grandview Ave Ste 101Waterbury, CT 06708

Tel: (203) 755-0948

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

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Dr. Richard Andrew Matza, MD	Dr. Robert Chase Stockton, DO	Dr. Trevor Banack, MD	JR Christian Ayer Merrill
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Anesthesiology	Sports Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (34 Ratings)	4.8 (29 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)
54 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Waterbury , CT	Wallingford , CT	New Haven , CT	Farmington , CT
Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, New Jersey - Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai	Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery

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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Connecticut, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Georgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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What languages does Dr. Richard Matza speak?: Dr. Richard Matza speaks English and Spanish.
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