Richard C Ostrup, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

5 years ago

I only wish I had more of a vocabulary to express what I think and feel about Dr. Ostrup and his team. You could not do what he does if you didn't love what you do. He is a perfectionist ! and he has no less in his team. I always enjoy his waiting room and overhearing what waiting patients mumble about him I actually have had conversations with complete strangers both of us nodding in agreement about his skill and incredible demeanor. Dr. Ostrup is a doctors doctor that says it all !!! 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

5 years ago

My experience with Dr. Ostrup and his staff has been nothing but positive. I was apprehensive about having surgery and I also worried about the possibility of apathetic staff handling my scheduling and basically my future health. I have been pleasantly surprised at every stage of my evaluation, scheduling, surgery and follow up. Dr. Ostrup and staff do NOT forget about you once you have had surgery. Erica Ebert, practice manager for Dr. Ostrup is nothing short of phenomenal and professional. 

Andy Whiteman 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

I suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as the victim of a violent crime October 1990 near my home in Carlsbad, CA. I was not expected to live and my late wife was told that if I did survive, I would be a vegetable. Thanks to Dr. Ostrup who performed emergency surgery, I did survive with a positive outcome. I suffer deficits from the TBI but am living a somewhat normal life 27 years later! I appreciate Dr. Ostrup's excellent surgical skills! 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Dr. Richard Ostrup and his Medical Assistant are by far the strangest medical team I have EVER encountered; they are LAZY and UNPROFESSIONAL. Do your homework before seeing this doctor and his strange assistant Erica. Inquire about their process for obtaining prior approval for diagnostic images (i.e. MRI’s, CT’s, etc.) from Insurance Companies. I’ll bet they answer, “We don’t have one” and “We really don’t care because we don’t have time.” 

Carl Pinkard 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Second time I have had a very successful outcome with Dr. Ostrup. 

Susy B. 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Dr. Ostrup met me at the door with a relaxed, upbeat friendly style. He put me at ease from the get go. His confidence and professionalism gave me the support I needed to go through spinal surgery. I inquired with other doctors and nurses about Dr. Ostrup and always received a glowing report. I cannot say enough about his team. They work together beautifully and always made me feel cared for. I would not hesitate to call Dr. Ostrup with any future needs. And yes, my surgery was a success. 

Rick L. 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Dr. Ostrup was referred to me by my medical peers. He performed a laminectomy on L2-L5 due to severe canal stenosis causing compression of the spinal cord. The weakness and pain dramatically improved after surgery. His practice manager, Erica Ebert, was professional, friendly, patient and very efficient in providing all scheduling, paperwork, and necessary information. I highly recommend Dr. Ostrup and his team. There is no one else I would see. 

Lucy S. 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Dr. Ostrup and his office manager, Erica, are wonderful! Dr. Ostrup performed a two level ACDF surgery on my neck in early April, 2018. Before I decided to have the surgery, Dr. Ostrup clearly showed me on my MRI what was causing my horrible neck pain. He carefully explained the surgical procedure, and very patiently answered all my questions. I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Dr. Ostrup. And my horrible neck pain is gone! 

Kerri Tiberia 

on Healthgrades

7 years ago

Dr. Ostrup is not only the best surgeon but he is a wonderful person! I can't tell you how thankful I am for how he helped me. I endured over 5 months of chronic sciatic pain that was excruciating! Dr. Ostrup had come highly recommended to me by a friend who spoke highly of him and had the same surgery. When I was at the hospital on the day of my surgery he came in with the kindest most calming presence and I just knew I was in the best hands! I'm so grateful for his expertise and I'm pain free!