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Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD

(25 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

University of Illinois College of Medicine (1992)

Professional interests include: vascular access, galactorrhea (nipple discharge), laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, and more.

970 E Washington Street
Medina, OH 44256

(330) 721-5700

Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD is a general surgeon in Wadsworth, OH specializing in general surgery. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1992 and has 33 years of experience. Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Medina Medical Office Building, CLEVELAND CLINIC - WOOSTER, Wadsworth Express & Outpatient Care and Wooster Specialty Center (Milltown Center).

Office Locations

Address:

1 Park Center Drive
Wadsworth, OH 44281

Address:

721 East Milltown Road
Wooster, OH 44691

Address:

970 E Washington Street
Medina, OH 44256

Some issues Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD can help you with:

Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected from the breast for testing. A physician may prescribe a breast biopsy for a variety of reasons, but they are most frequently prescribed for a lump found in the breast. Biopsy samples extracted are examined by pathologists in a laboratory setting and are tested to determine if they are cancerous or benign, or indicative of some other condition. Depending on the lab results, physicians may prescribe additional treatment. Other circumstances which may prompt a breast biopsy include:

Mammograms that detect other unusual features in the chest, such as a cyst or calcium deposit
Breast scans or ultrasounds that display abnormalities
Nipple changes, such as scaling, crusting, or bloody discharge

Breast biopsies are collected through several different procedures and the specific type of biopsy that a patient receives depends on the size, location, and features of a breast lump or irregularity. The three main methods of collecting a breast biopsy include:

Fine needle aspiration (FNA biopsy), where a thin needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting a small sample of tissue or liquid
Core needle biopsy (CNB biopsy), where a hollow needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting cylinders of tissue called "cores"
Open (surgical) biopsy, where a breast lump is removed through an incision in the breast

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and core needle biopsy (CNB) are sometimes image-guided, where a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI helps direct the physician performing the needle extraction.

Fine needle aspiration, the most common biopsy method, generally requires few patient preparations. It is recommended patients avoid using lotion, deodorant, and perfume prior to their biopsy procedure. FNA biopsy is performed with local anesthesia (topical numbing cream) and typically has a quick recovery, but patients may experience soreness for a few days. Core needle biopsy extracts slightly more tissue than an FNA biopsy.

Open (surgical) biopsy is more invasive and requires general anesthesia, where patients are put to sleep during the procedure. Patients must fast prior to the surgery. After the biopsy is performed, patients are monitored in a recovery room for a time before being discharged, when they will need someone else to provide transportation.

Although some may consider breast biopsy to be a simple procedure, it can catch critical issues - particularly breast cancer - that impact wellness. If a breast biopsy reveals an underlying condition like life-threatening cancer, patients can receive the diagnosis and medical treatment that is necessary for their long-term health.

Colectomy (Colon Resection)

Colectomy is surgery to remove all or part of the colon, or the longest part of the large intestine. The colon may be affected by diseases such as cancer or inflammatory bowel disease. In a colectomy, all or part of the colon that is infected, blocked, or cancerous is removed.

A colectomy may be performed by laparoscopic or open surgery. A laparoscopic colectomy requires several small cuts on the abdomen, and uses a thin tube with a camera, called a laparoscope. Laparoscopic colectomies are less invasive than open procedures. For some individuals, a laparoscopic colectomy may not be possible, and instead an open colectomy is performed. In an open colectomy, a large incision is made on the abdomen. Open colectomies typically require longer recovery periods.

After the incisions are made, a portion of the colon is removed, and the remaining ends of the colon are attached to each other in a procedure called anastomosis. Waste can continue to travel through the body as normal. However, in some situations, it may be necessary for the end of the colon to be attached to an opening in the abdomen, called a stoma. This procedure is called an ostomy. Types of ostomies include:

Colostomy, in which the remaining portion of the colon is attached to the abdominal opening.
Ileostomy, in which the small intestine is attached to the abdominal opening.

An ostomy bag will be attached to the skin to collect waste. If the entire colon is removed, either an ileostomy is performed, or the small intestine is connected to the anus and waste may pass through as normal.

Stomas may be permanent or temporary. If the stoma is temporary, the ends of the colon will be rejoined in a later procedure. Temporary stomas are generally used to allow time for the colon to heal following surgery.

A colectomy may take between one and four hours. Following the procedure, patients will need to consume a liquid and low fiber diet before gradually returning to their normal diet. Patients will need to stay in the hospital for three to seven days for monitoring. Full recovery and return to normal activity may take anywhere from a few weeks to several months.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

catheterization	12
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	225
gastrointestinal procedures	19
hospital care	102
inpatient care	102
minimally invasive procedures	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	22

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	127

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	17
Less than 65	56

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	34
Dementia	8
Cancer	24

diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	204
gastrointestinal procedures	15
hospital care	81
inpatient care	81
minimally invasive procedures	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	217
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	26
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	32
Dementia	11
Cancer	25

**Gender**
Male	240
Female	204

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	418
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	194
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	46
Less than 65	82

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	31
Dementia	9
Cancer	26

diagnostic procedures	41
doctor visit	260
gastrointestinal procedures	49
hospital care	37
inpatient care	37
minimally invasive procedures	49
preventive care	8
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	41

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	214
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	116
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	17
Less than 65	39

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	22

diagnostic procedures	124
doctor visit	267
gastrointestinal procedures	174
hospital care	92
inpatient care	92
minimally invasive procedures	174
preventive care	50
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	124

**Gender**
Male	160
Female	167

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	305
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	21
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	22

diagnostic procedures	195
doctor visit	310
gastrointestinal procedures	261
hospital care	118
inpatient care	118
minimally invasive procedures	261
preventive care	66
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	195

**Gender**
Male	179
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	353
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	175
From 75 to 84	116
85 and over	27
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	20

diagnostic procedures	213
doctor visit	278
gastrointestinal procedures	257
hospital care	75
inpatient care	75
minimally invasive procedures	257
preventive care	44
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	213

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	320
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	175
From 75 to 84	97
85 and over	24
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	17

diagnostic procedures	114
doctor visit	133
gastrointestinal procedures	137
hospital care	100
inpatient care	100
minimally invasive procedures	137
preventive care	23
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	114

**Gender**
Male	133
Female	154

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	260
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	97
85 and over	25
Less than 65	28

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	25
Dementia	11
Cancer	22

diagnostic procedures	205
doctor visit	346
gastrointestinal procedures	229
hospital care	165
inpatient care	165
minimally invasive procedures	229
preventive care	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	205

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD treated as a general surgeon in Wadsworth, OH were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

catheterization	11
diagnostic procedures	111
doctor visit	251
gastrointestinal procedures	136
hospital care	96
inpatient care	96
minimally invasive procedures	136
preventive care	36
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	111

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD.

**Gender**
Female	126
Male	120

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	230
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	1

**Age**
85 and over	20
75 to 84	69
Less than 65	41
65 to 74	115

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	17
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1992. He completed residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Surgery - General Surgery and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (1992)

Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals (1999)

Board Certification: Surgery - General Surgery

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Medina Medical Office Building

CLEVELAND CLINIC - WOOSTER

Wadsworth Express & Outpatient Care

Wooster Specialty Center (Milltown Center)

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.84 out of 5 stars based on 25 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Wadsworth, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Richard Guttman Jr., MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Covidien LP	$92 Barrx $80	Parietene $12
Ethicon US, LLC	$22 ECHELON FLEX Stapler $22
Shire North American Group Inc	$17 GATTEX $17
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$14 NON-PRODUCT $14
Covidien Sales LLC	$3 Valleylab FT10 $3

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$133
Education	$14

Biography

Dr. Richard Guttman's area of specialization is general surgery. Dr. Guttman's patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). These areas are among his clinical interests: cancer screening, breast pain, and second opinions. After completing medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago.