It was my first visit with Dr.Richter. I came in for an annual physical. Dr.Richter was well prepared and read through my past medical history. He answered all my questions clearly and in a way that I could understand them. He was courteous, professional and sincere. This was one of my favorite doctor visits in a long time. In addition, the reception staff, including the person that scheduled my appointment, were all very helpful and professional. I have already shared my wonderful experience with many family members and friends.
Swedish Patient
This was my first appointment to establish care at this office, I was very happy with the experience!
Swedish Patient
This was my first visit with Dr. Richter. I was not happy with my previous doctor (in the Polyclinic) so wanted to change. The visit was good except I forgot some of the info I wanted to discuss!! It is hard to evaluate and answer these questions after only one visit.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter was lovely and had a very approachable and caring bed side manner. I have been in search of a new primary care physician and feel confident with his care. He listened and addressed each concern and was gentle with anxieties I had. I did not feel rushed and he spent the time needed with me to address any medical issues.
Swedish Patient
I commend my care provider for taking the time to explain clearly to me the implications of my toe fracture and explain how to buy cost-effective splints. He was reassuring and kind and advised me carefully. I appreciate too the helpful and friendly manner of the care coordination staff who helped me get an appointment as quickly as possible, though it was not until the day after I called to request one.
Swedish Patient
I like & am happy with all my care providers.
Swedish Patient
The care provider has been professional and compassionate.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter was very prepared and had studied my chart and asked me pertinent questions and explained things very well so that I could fully understand the best course to take for wellness and existing conditions. Dr. Richter was very thorough.
Swedish Patient
I asked Dr. Richter if he would be my primary care doctor for the reasons I listed on this survey. He has always shown concern above the "standard health questions"; he digs a little further and explains why, but doesn't push. Perfect. I recommended him to a couple of friends and they were impressed with his knowledge and care also.
Swedish Patient
Excellent experience and service all the way around
Swedish Patient
My whole experience was very pleasant. Dr Richter is excellent
Swedish Patient
ALL WAS GOOD.
Swedish Patient
Very happy with the care at Swedish Ballard, exceptional Doctors, Nurses, Receptionists, and other staff members.
Swedish Patient
I had great experience with my care provider.
Swedish Patient
Care provider is extremely through and knowledgeable. Very attentive to my health condition and easy to talk to about my concerns. After visit notes are outstanding and I feel like I am in good hands and receiving the best care possible from this provider. I am very pleased with his services.
Swedish Patient
This was a new patient appointment and Dr. Richter was great. Beyond my expectations. Very good in every regard
Swedish Patient
Great doctor - listens well and is very thorough.
Swedish Patient
My first time seeing Dr Richter. He was friendly and explained things I had cold symptoms for 10 days. Testing negative for covid 19 but concerned.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is an amazing physician. I always receive the best possible care.
Swedish Patient
He was and has been great on all my visits.
Swedish Patient
I really appreciate Dr Richter's approach. He listens well and investigates concerns.
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter is one of the best physicians I have ever dealt with. He is friendly, knowledgeable, articulate, and very intelligent. I have recommended him to others.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter gives his full attention to you. He is compassionate, caring and kind and always professional.
Swedish Patient
Everything was great
Swedish Patient
Excellent provider. Up to date on all medical issues addressed at new patient visit. The best bedside manner I have had. Look forward to have him assist me to achieve optimal health.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is a superlative internist. I felt very comfortable and also confident with him.
Swedish Patient
Michael was super thorough, attentive and insightful. He gave me a lot of valuable medical advice
Swedish Patient
I'm a new patient and I'm going to be very happy with this doctor!
Swedish Patient
First visit to new primary care doctor. We're very happy with our choice of Dr. Ritcher and Swedish Ballard.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is kind and thoughtful. I will be returning to see him.
Swedish Patient
He's great. A++++++++++++++ will see again.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter was very efficient and personable. He listened and provided excellent care. Great follow up.
Swedish Patient
Very pleased with my new MD and Swedish staff. Bringing the rest of the family in.
Swedish Patient
I was treated with respect and attention. I have confidence in my doc's skill.
Swedish Patient
He was very knowledgeable about my condition
Swedish Patient
All good, pleased with Dr.
Swedish Patient
Excellent first impression of my new health provider.
Swedish Patient
I am very fortunate to have Dr Richter as my primary care physician. His diagnostic abilities are impressive. He ordered a CT heart screen test before sending me to a cardiac specialist when he suspected hyperlipidemia. It made the visit with the coronary specialist fruitful and expedited my care.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is absolutely the best. He really cares about my well being on every level.
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter is the best doctor we have ever had. He is a good communicator ,conscientious, empathetic, and knowledgeable doctor. I would recommend him to all my family members and friends.
Swedish Patient
I like Dr. Richter a lot and he made me feel better during the video conference and assured me I would feel better from my Covid symptoms within a week or two.
Swedish Patient
Very timely and very nice.
Swedish Patient
High level of expertise. Very attentive. Genial, inspired confidence.
Swedish Patient
Dr, Richter appears to provide quality care. Overall, the adjunct medical and support staff did the same.
Swedish Patient
He was great. Smart , knowledgeable kind and respectful.
Swedish Patient
No Complaints - LOOKS GOOD!!
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter listened to my issues patiently, explained to me in a way I could understand, gave me referrals for additional helps
Swedish Patient
Excellent visit!Dr Richter always shows great concern for my health. He explains everything clearly. Very friendly, easy going, empathetic and knowledgeable.
Swedish Patient
It was fine.
Swedish Patient
Great doctor, great staff.
Swedish Patient
Great experience as always! I always tell people that Swedish Ballard is the best!
Swedish Patient
It was all good except that I was unable to receive an appointment with my primary doctor for months. However, Dr. Richter was available and briliant and I would not hesitate to see him again.
Swedish Patient
This was first visit with this provider to establish care and I was very pleased with interaction and his attention to my concerns.
Swedish Patient
No complaints. I was concerned and wanted to talk with a professional, and I got the information and advice that I hoped for.
Swedish Patient
I always get Excellent service at Swedish!
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter is a gem - he practices what he preaches about healthcare and while I was nervous about being seen as a hypochondriac or malingerer, he listened to every single thing I had to say, and has apprised himself beforehand of my previous visit to him. I had brought my partner with me to the visit because of my own anxiety, but afterwards my partner said, "I see why you like him - he heard everything you said and didn't talk down to you."
Swedish Patient
Feel very comfortable with this care provider and appreciate the attention given to all health related questions. Provider is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to and interested in patient as a person.
Swedish Patient
Excellent!
Swedish Patient
The doctor was friendly, positive, and knowledgeable about my health Issues. I had anxiety going Into my appointment and he was able to ease my worries.
Swedish Patient
The front desk is very friendly. Dr. Richter is new to me, I had Dr. Wolff-gee for 20+ years. I'm very happy with Dr. Richter taking over my care. He is kind and listens well.
Swedish Patient
Extraordinary intent on diagnosis with a encyclopedic knowledge. Very impressed.
Swedish Patient
I'm a new patient for Dr. Richert. He was an excellent listener and respected my input on my medical history.
Swedish Patient
Excellent communicator and listener- thorough explanations of PMR and a definitive course of action was established to resolve or limit my health Issues. Transparent and available ... Will be an excellent health partner for me. All questions answered!
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is knowledgeable, kind, and a great communicator. He makes me feel like I'm his favorite patient. I feel lucky to have him as my primary care physician, and my wife feels the same way.
Swedish Patient
First visit I was happy with my car.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is wonderful! He takes amazing care of me. He is very knowledgeable and caring about all aspects of my well being. I highly recommend him! He also is very prompt at addressing my concerns. He does his job!
Swedish Patient
Easy to talk to
Swedish Patient
Good
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter was kind and knowledgeable about my issue. He assured me and recommended a course of action if this condition did not improve. I trusted his advice and thanked him.
Swedish Patient
Everything was great
Swedish Patient
He listens to me and asks good questions and responds fully to any question or concern I have!!
Swedish Patient
I have the upmost confidence in Dr Richter
Swedish Patient
I found Dr. Richter extremely helpful with a focus on health and nutrition as first steps. Also he listened and made sure I was tested for a concern I had.
Swedish Patient
This was an initial visit with my new primary care provider to get acquainted. I was very pleased with the visit.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter was very patient.
Swedish Patient
I appreciate Dr Richter's genuine interest of issues and explanation of treatment and diagnosis.
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter is a great doctor; friendly , highly knowledgeable, professional, and caring. I would recommend him anytime.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is probably the best provider I could've asked for. Having moved here recently, he made sure I felt welcomed and most importantly heard. I can't wait to have him as my PCP going forward! I was in and out of this appointment within 45 mins, including my ECG, labs and meeting the doctor. I would highly recommend this clinic to everyone
Swedish Patient
Very good competent service
Swedish Patient
A wonderful visit!
Swedish Patient
Excellent doctor A++++++++++ will go again.
Swedish Patient
He listened carefully to my concerns and thoughts on my condition and gave useful and respectful insights. He set my mind at ease about a problem that's been hard to treat previously and I am confident he understands and will work with me using practical approaches.
Swedish Patient
The weigh-in was accurate this time, and the doctor actually listened to my concerns and did a subsequent hands-on examination of the patient. This is a radical departure from the Swedish Family Medicine Clinic model of patient care.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter had read my charts and previous doctor visits and knew my health history. He is very clear in his explaining medical knowledge. One of the best internal medicine doctors I have had at Swedish.
Swedish Patient
I had a very positive experience. Everyone was courteous and attentive. Dr. Richter was very kind, attentive and knowledgeable. The lab technician was efficient and kind.
Swedish Patient
Excellent
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter was well versed on my recent ER visit and offered great follow-up care. It was my first visit with him and I chose him as my PCP.
Swedish Patient
Thorough, respectful, well informed.
Swedish Patient
Great experience as a new pt establishing a new PCP relationship.
Swedish Patient
Wonderful listener
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter was very informative & took the time to explain my ekg test & any potential problems. Also explained potential causes of an issue.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is the only doctor I like to see from now on.. He is kind and a good listener.
Swedish Patient
Doctor Richter took the time to listen to me and provide additional resources and referrals for my care. This visit was my initial visit with him and I and I look forward to continued care. I message him on my chart and his response was same day.
Swedish Patient
Friendly, helpful, and professional.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter is a great physician.
Swedish Patient
Honestly, Dr. Richter and his team are the best. Understanding, knowledgeable, thoughtful and supportive. I always feel heard and leave having learned new information. They are so fast to get me in and taken care of, but I never feel rushed. World class medical care. Thanks so much.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter listened to my questions, gave understandable answers and never rushed me. Seemed truly concerned about my health. Nice too!
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter is amazing!He listens to me and makes sure I understand what I need to know.I trust and believe he is the best doctor that anyone could have.And I usually don't like doctors and hospitals.He is a true professional who I feel cares about my health and wants to help me heal up and get better.
Swedish Patient
The doctor and office gave me gentle and polite instructions.
Swedish Patient
Attentive.polite.respectful of making new plans . Forthcoming.
Swedish Patient
A very good visit
Swedish Patient
I felt I was attended to by a physician that genuinely cared For my welfare; I'm very grateful for his kindness and sensitivity. Thank you, Dr. Richter.
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter was very positive about the importance of exercise in maintaining good health in old age.
Swedish Patient
This was my first appointment with Dr. Richter. I found him to be an outstanding physician: a very attentive and thoughtful listener, and someone who created a comfortable atmosphere in which I felt free to express all my concerns. He provided very useful guidance going forward, and, post-visit, responded promptly and thoughtfully to a message that I sent to him via the Swedish portal. I'm happy to have Dr. Richter as my primary physician going forward. (P.S. My grandfather and two uncles were/are excellent doctors, so I have a pretty high bar for physicians, and Dr. Richter definitely met it.)
Swedish Patient
Thorough care
Swedish Patient
Dr Richter is tentative, patient, confident, genuinely care and concern with my health issues. He personally called me re my blood test results.
Swedish Patient
This doctor was new to me but he went through all the details and explained to me what I should do with my problem.
Swedish Patient
As a new patient, I was very pleased with my appointment with Dr. Michael Richter. He was very thorough, efficient, well prepared for my appointment, and promptly delt with why I needed the appointment. I plan to keep him as my primary care physician.
Swedish Patient
Tough question. My provider has always had my healthcare in mind. We sit down and talk about what works and what doesn't work. What ever I need he is there to counsel me or figure out if I really need the medication I am taking. I am thankful to have Dr Richter assisting me with older medication. He has been able to reduce my medication and make me feel better. Some medication I have had for many years and I find out that I really don't need to be taking the medication. I am feeling better and more relaxed, and overall my health has improved.
Swedish Patient
My doctor is one of the most professional, caring and patient doctors. He treats me as a valuable patient/person and is so understanding and approachable to discuss my medical condition and over all health. I have the upmost respect for him and his medical team.
Swedish Patient
For this initial visit,the doctor quickly grasped a clear understanding of the issues of my health that were important to me.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter listened to my concerns and gave me a way to move forward.
Swedish Patient
Wonderful experience. Dr. Richter was very kind and attentive.
Swedish Patient
Excellent and very knowledgeable and helpful
Swedish Patient
Dr. Richter seemed very kind and caring to me. He seemed like a good listener. He seemed competent and respectful. I may want to switch to him as my Primary Care Provider as the one I'm currently assigned to, I've never actually had an appt with yet.
Swedish Patient