Dr. Richard Thunder, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*•Male•Age 63
Orthopedic Surgery*
Dr. Richard Thunder, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in La Jolla, CA and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Mammoth Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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9850 Genesee Ave Ste 210 La Jolla, CA 92037Make an Appointment
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3.6
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| 3 Star | 2% | 2% |
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| 1 Star | 35% | 35% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Thunder to family and friends is 3.5652175 out of 5
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- Orthopedic Surgery
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Board Certifications
Stanford University School of Medicine
Medical School, 1999
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
- California Orthopaedic Association, Member
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Please call the office to learn more. (858) 535-1075
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Dr. Thunder's office is located at 9850 Genesee Ave Ste 210, La Jolla, CA 92037. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
8% higher than the national average
8% higher than the national average
hospital awards
Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
3% higher than the national average
6% higher than the national average
hospital awards
America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year
America's 50 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)
Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
4% higher than the national average
4% higher than the national average
Compare with other Orthopedic Surgery Specialists
Compare Dr. Thunder with our nearby Orthopedic Surgery Specialists at Palomar Health.
Make an appointment at Palomar Health today at (858) 480-6126.
These providers are on the medical staff of Palomar Health.
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