Dr. Richard B. Messinger, MD | Charlottesville, VA | Pain Medicine

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Dr. Messinger graduated from the West Virginia University School of Medicine in 2004. He works in Charlottesville, VA and 2 other locations and specializes in Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Messinger is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.

4.6

7 Ratings
22 years of experience
28 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
West Virginia University School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
3 specialties
5 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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My first visit with Dr. Messenger this morning was wonderful. He was prepared with the particulars of my case, was very down to earth and explained exactly what he thought would be the best treatment and answered my questions in a way that I could understand. He was so efficient and offered me a steroid injection on the spot. I honestly cannot explain how relieved and happy I was to receive such excellent.care. So often doctors don't really know how to speak to the patient rather than at the patient. I'd give 10 stars if I could.

August 30th, 2021

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he is great!

May 3rd, 2019

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Compassionate

April 18th, 2016

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Dr. Messinger was very professional and knowledgeable while still being able to explain complicated issues, options and procedures. He took time and answered my questions. Although, like any good doctor, he did not guarantee relief, he delivered big time!

January 19th, 2016

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I was very worried since I had had a liver transplant 4 yrs ago about having an injectioninjection. Dr. Messenger walked me through the procedure step by step letting me know what was happening each step of the process. Very professional and the staff couldn't have been better. Thank you all.

June 30th, 2015

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dr M is very thorough, caring and professional.has excellent bedside manners and is very considerate. Always patient and willing to answer all questions and concern. Nurse is very nice as well

April 23rd, 2015

Charlottesville Interventional Pain Management Llc

2050 Abbey Rd Ste ACharlottesville, VA 22911

Tel: (434) 295-3600

Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

University Of Virginia Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908

Tel: (434) 924-0000

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

500 Martha Jefferson DrCharlottesville, VA 22911

Tel: (434) 654-7000


Dr. Richard Benjamin Messinger, MD	Dr. Daniel James Gardiner	Dr. Geoffrey S Hawboldt	Dr. Emmarie Genevieve Henriette Myers
Pain Medicine	Diagnostic Radiology	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology
	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (7 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Charlottesville , VA	Charlottesville , VA	Charlottesville , VA	Cleveland , OH
Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine	Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine	Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med	Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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West Virginia University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Messinger affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Messinger is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Where is Dr. Richard Messinger's office located?: Dr. Richard Messinger's office is located at 2050 Abbey Rd Ste A, Charlottesville, VA, 22911.
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