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Summary
Dr. Richard Polder treats ventral hernia, cholelithiasis, and umbilical hernia, and performs abdominal hernia repair, hernia repair surgery, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery. He practices surgery and has 42 years of experience.
Dr. Polder earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He sees patients in Bluffton and Findlay, Ohio, and Coldwater, Michigan, and is affiliated with Blanchard Valley Hospital, Insight Hospital and Medical Center Coldwater, and Bluffton Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Polder 5 out of 5.
Dr. Polder earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He sees patients in Bluffton and Findlay, Ohio, and Coldwater, Michigan, and is affiliated with Blanchard Valley Hospital, Insight Hospital and Medical Center Coldwater, and Bluffton Hospital. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Polder 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks English
- Riverside Methodist Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Richard Michael Polder has 4 locationsSurgical Associates Of Northwest Ohio
300 W Wallace St Ste B2Findlay, OH 45840 Tel: (419) 422-3812
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
SunClosed
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| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Michael Polder
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Michael Polder has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Michael Polder has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Michael Polder holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Michigan and Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Polder's NPI number is 1972504348.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Polder affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Polder is affiliated with Blanchard Valley Hospital, Insight Hospital And Medical Center Coldwater, and Bluffton Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Richard Polder's office located?
- Dr. Richard Polder's office is located at 139 Garau St, Bluffton, OH, 45817.
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