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Summary
Dr. Richard Polder is a surgeon who has dedicated 42 years to providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency training at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Dr. Polder specializes in general surgery with expertise in treating complex conditions. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Polder practices at several locations across Ohio and Michigan, including Blanchard Valley Hospital, Insight Hospital and Medical Center Coldwater, and Bluffton Hospital in Bluffton and Findlay, Ohio. His surgical expertise includes hernia repair procedures and laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive treatment options. He also treats patients with breast cancer and gallstone conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Polder highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Polder practices at several locations across Ohio and Michigan, including Blanchard Valley Hospital, Insight Hospital and Medical Center Coldwater, and Bluffton Hospital in Bluffton and Findlay, Ohio. His surgical expertise includes hernia repair procedures and laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive treatment options. He also treats patients with breast cancer and gallstone conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Polder highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks English
- Riverside Methodist Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 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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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 42 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 32 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, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Bluffton , OH | Lima , OH | Toledo , OH | Lima , OH |
| Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston |
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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 expired and active medical licenses in the states of Ohio and Michigan.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2027.
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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- Dr. Richard Polder's office is located at 139 Garau St, Bluffton, OH, 45817.
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