Dr. Richard Matza, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
685.4 mi · 1389 W Main St, Suite 123, Waterbury, CT 06708
At a glance
5.00 stars (7 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 33 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Arthritis Center of Connecticut
Speaks English
5.00
7 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.7
Recent reviews
Always a pleasure to see everyone. Dr. Matza, Patty & Melissa. :) Very well taken care of & compassionate
More than 1 year agoSC
Office location
Arthritis Center of Connecticut
685.4 mi · 1389 W Main St, Suite 123, Waterbury, CT, 06708
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
Popular visit reasons
Ankle Problems
Arthroscopy
Foot Problems
Hand Problems
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Sports Injury
X-ray
Ankle Problems
Arthroscopy
Foot Problems
Hand Problems
More about Dr. Richard Matza, MD
Dr. Matza is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with specialty training in surgery of the hand and for arthritis of major joints including the hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, hand, and foot. He received his Doctor of Medicine Degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and completed his internship and residency in general surgery at the Tufts New England Medical Center Hospital in Boston.
He completed his specialty training in orthopaedic surgery at both Tufts and Harvard University affiliated hospitals in Boston. Dr. Matza also received special training in reconstructive joint surgery for arthritis in Boston at the New England Baptist Hospital under the auspices of many notable reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons. He also received specialty training in rheumatoid hand surgery in Boston with Dr. Edward Nalebuff and Dr. Lewis Millender, and traumatic reconstructive hand surgery in New York City with Dr. William Littler and Dr. Richard Eaton.
Dr. Matza is a charter member of the Association of Arthritic Hip and Knee Surgeons, and is a member of the New England Hand Society, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Society on Aging, the Waterbury Medical Association, and the Connecticut State Medical Society.
Dr. Matza regularly participates in nationwide lectures, seminars, educational programs, and medical conferences in order to provide the latest treatments. He has authored numerous articles in the orthopaedic literature including a book chapter on reconstructive surgery of the knee.
Dr. Matza is dedicated to the treatment of the arthritic knee and hip and to the orthopaedic treatment of major sports and hand injuries. He performs approximately one hundred hip, knee, and shoulder replacements per year, including revision hip and knee replacement surgery.
In practice since 1978, Dr. Matza utilizes the newest techniques and developments in his field. This includes joint replacements of the hip and knee utilizing the MIS (minimally invasive surgery) technique. MIS entails operating with specially designed instruments that allow a joint replacement to be done through an incision as small as two and a half inches, the average being four inches.
Dr. Matza also performs uni-compartmental knee replacement, patellofemoral knee replacements, and hemi-arthroplasties of the hip. These new techniques preserve much of the original joint, replacing only the worn out portions. When appropriate, these techniques can help avoid or delay total joint replacement.
Dr. Matza also provides second opinions and independent medical examinations (IMEs) for insurance and legal cases and for patients seeking advice.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Georgetown University, Doctor of Medicine
Tufts New England Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
Practice
Arthritis Center of Connecticut
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1770511891
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Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
5.00
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7 reviews
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Always a pleasure to see everyone. Dr. Matza, Patty & Melissa. :) Very well taken care of & compassionate
More than 1 year agoSC
Feel very relaxed when I visit. Nice friendly staff
More than 1 year agoRS
Good like always
More than 1 year agoET
Excellent
More than 1 year agoRK
Alway good. Staff is very friendly
More than 1 year agoJS
Very saticfied
More than 1 year agoCH
Excellent. Very professional
More than 1 year agoLG
What practice does Dr. Richard Matza work with?
Dr. Richard Matza works with Arthritis Center of Connecticut.
Where is Dr. Richard Matza's office located?
Dr. Richard Matza's office is located at 1389 W Main St, Waterbury, CT 06708.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Matza have?
Dr. Richard Matza is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Matza?
Dr. Richard Matza frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Matza on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Richard Matza speak?
Dr. Richard Matza speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Richard Matza in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Matza. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.