John T. Rich, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery

LVPG Cliniciani

Accepting New Patients

Overview

Area of focus i

  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English

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About

Philosophy of care

I wish to help patients understand their condition, treatment options, and to guide them through their decision process and treatment.
 

Why I entered medicine

I started working in a hospital at age 16. I loved math and science and became a chemical engineer, but ultimately I found personal fulfillment in combining engineering's problem solving with caring for patients.
 

Personal interests

I enjoy cycling, water sports and woodworking.

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U.S. News & World Report ranks Lehigh Valley Hospital 20th in the country for orthopedic care
Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 20th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology.

Education

Undergraduate
Drexel University, Bachelor of Science In Electrical Engineering, 1984

Medical School
Jefferson Medical College, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1988

Training

Internship 1990
Surgery (General Surgery), Newark 24/7 Urrgent Care Center, Newark, DE

Residency 1995
Orthopaedic Surgery, Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton, PA

Fellowship 1996
Hand Surgery, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA

Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery