General Surgery: Cervical spine, Lumbar spine, Minimally invasive spinal surgery
Clearwater, FL
4.9
277 Ratings
140 Comments
Dr. Richard Pigeon, M.D. is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and fellowship-trained in Surgery of Spinal Disorders and Deformities, Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY. He earned their medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT and completed their residency at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, FL.
Dr. Richard Pigeon, M.D. is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and fellowship-trained in Surgery of Spinal Disorders and Deformities, Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY. He earned their medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT and completed their residency at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, FL.
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Took time with me and understood my issue.
Jul-2024
Dr Pigeon is so highly regarded because he deserves it.
Jun-2024
I felt very comfortable with Dr pigeon. I really feel he can get my problem under control. Very nice personality also.
Jun-2024
He's the best!!!
Jun-2024
Spends the time to discuss any questions you might have. Would 100 percent recommend Dr.pigeon to anyone and everyone. The best back surgeon around!
Jun-2024
He is the most caring and knowledgeable. Sensitive to your needs and never rushes your appointment.
Jun-2024
Always a 5 for Dr. Pigeon! I’ll always be grateful that I can walk without pain.
Jun-2024
Very comprehensive visit. Totally satisfied!
May-2024
Dr. Pigeon was very knowledgeable and dedicated to ensure he clearly explained the results of the exam, X-rays and MRIs.
May-2024
All was good except the waiting time that was ridiculous almost 2 hrs no reason for that.
May-2024
Kind and caring.
May-2024
He’s the best very personable and takes time to talk with patients
May-2024
Very thorough, took time to go over MRI, x-rays with me, which I appreciated.
May-2024
Excellent doctor, excellent result
Apr-2024
So thorough and kind
Apr-2024
Excellent surgeon!!!
Apr-2024
The best
Apr-2024
Outstanding, knowledgeable, and spends time with his patients. Would highly recommend Dr Pigeon.
Apr-2024
Talks you through everything, gives you all the details and answers any and all questions.
Apr-2024
Very happy with him
Apr-2024
Excellent attention and service
Apr-2024
Professional, but kind and listens to your concerns. Very thorough
Apr-2024
He is the best!!
Apr-2024
Attentive. Made and kept eye contact. I felt heard and believe he understood what I was relating to him.
Apr-2024
HE IS KIND & BRILLIANT- I ADORE HIM.
Apr-2024
Kind caring ‘listens” attentive
Apr-2024
Just the greatest. Compassionate and very concerned. Explains your condition in terms that you can understand. Wouldn't ever consider using another orthopedic surgeon.
Mar-2024
Best physician I have ever been to. I am 77 years old so that alone is enough.
Mar-2024
Excellent Doctor,Surgeon and Person.
You couldn’t find Better.
Mar-2024
The best
Mar-2024
All I can say is “thank you” for confirming
Mar-2024
Really thorough. A plus rating
Mar-2024
Dr Pigeon and Beth are awesome. They take the time to listen to you. He always explains everything he is doing or has done. Excellent Doo
Mar-2024
Dr. Pigeon is an excellent surgeon. I was losing the ability to walk and he gave me my life back. 3 weeks posr- op and minimal pain.
Feb-2024
Dr. Pigeon is very thorough and has a great bedside manner. He has operated on my back twice. I could not recommend him more highly.
Feb-2024
He’s the greatest!!
Feb-2024
Dr. Pigeon listens carefully. He is kind and understanding.
Feb-2024
Dr. Pigeon is the consummate gentleman, has a wonderful bedside manner And reputation. He was referred to me by a neighbor, and yesterday he performed a lengthy, difficult surgery on my spine. I felt very confident that he was my surgeon. I am so grateful I chose him. Tremendous doctor
Feb-2024
excellent demeanor. listens and explains well. great all around doc. super smart dude too. beth, his assistant is great too. she always got back to me the same day when i left a message.
they are a good team.
he fixed my stenosis...what else can i say.
Feb-2024
Dr Pigeon is Very thorough. He explains the problem and solution with no pressure. Beth is also excellent and answers all questions.
Feb-2024
He and his staff are friendly, knowledgeable and professional.
Feb-2024
He Made me feel very comfortable.
Feb-2024
Love Dr Pigeon and Beth. Always a thorough exam and instructions.
Feb-2024
He is the best. I drove 9 hours to see him. His exam was complete and he took the time to explain my situation to me. He operated on my wife many years ago and she went from barely able to walk to a regional tennis champion.
Jan-2024
Great doctor.
Jan-2024
Extremely thorough
Jan-2024
Very nice and very informed
Jan-2024
You guys are absolutely wonderful. Could not be more please thank you so much for your incredible kindness and attention to the details, and answering every question with complete clarity. Thank you so much, Bob Miller
Jan-2024
Thorough, explains things clearly and welcomes question.
Dec-2023
Highly recommend Dr. Pigeon. Haven’t been able to walk more than a few feet without lots of pain for the last 2 years or so. Walked a mile this morning less than a month post op.
Dec-2023
Dr Pigeon always greets with a smile. At my follow up yesterday, he took all the time necessary to listen, go over my X-rays and answer all my questions. I have the utmost trust in him as we go forward to further diagnose and treat my back issues. Also, Beth was excellent as always. Friendly, caring and truly concerned about your wellbeing.
Dec-2023
I was not at all disappointed in my visit. I actually enjoyed him and everything he had to say about my senousis.
Dec-2023
I have been experiencing what I thought was back pain for many years, with several doctors and other health care practitioners prescribing treatments that didn't work. Dr. Pigeon was the first to do a thorough exam and diagnosed a need for a hip replacement. No other doctor I've seen has been this thorough and discussed my symptoms in such detail. His nurse Beth was also amazing with her knowledge and compassion.
Dec-2023
Dr. Pigeon is a great doctor he spends time with you listens and he’s genuinely cares about his patience.
Nov-2023
Excellent ! Very personable and intelligent!
Nov-2023
Dr. Pigeon is meticulous in his work.He communicates well and has an assistant who is very easy to reach when there is an issue. I have had 2 major. Surgeries by him and am so thankful that he has made me pain free.
Nov-2023
He asked a few questions and then listened attentively to what I had to say and then offered his solutions
Nov-2023
Dr. Pigeon is very thorough in his explanation and in his diagnosis. Very pleasant and compassionate. Presented comprehensive planning yet still explaining outcomes and risks.
Nov-2023
He listened to me, took time with me to explain diagnosis & treatment plan. I left feeling hopeful & “heard”! Very grateful
Nov-2023
Outstanding
Nov-2023
The best
Nov-2023
Very thorough, highly recommend him
Oct-2023
Fantastic. Explained thoroughly and examind my bodies reactions to determine all symptoms. Bed doctor ever. I trust him
Oct-2023
Dr Pigeon has been terrific. Super job through all my surgeries. I highly recommend him.
Oct-2023
Very straightforward into the point like him very much thank you for your help
Oct-2023
Initial visit. Very impressed. Think I made a good choice.
Oct-2023
Thorough and personable.
Oct-2023
As usual he’s the best.
Oct-2023
Would not see me because I had a fall.
Oct-2023
Very extensive exam. Thoughtful non invasive recommendation. Good discussion of X-rays and explanation.
Sep-2023
Very thorough and explain things very well
Sep-2023
Dr.Pigeon is very thorough. I love the way he takes his time to go over all the medical issues, explaining in detail the prognosis. He has a wonderful, kind staff, that is very efficient.
Thank you Dr.Pigeon for your honest assessment.
Sep-2023
Excellent Surgeon and very kind person.
Sep-2023
Excellent. All aspects
Aug-2023
He has taken car of my back for over 10 years. I am still vertical and would recommend him to anyone that needs the best back care.
Aug-2023
Thank you Dr Pigeon for giving me my spine to be mobile again!
Aug-2023
Always very attentive and helpful. Very kind and laid back doctor. I value his expertise.
Jul-2023
Excellent doctor!! He explains everything about your medical condition in detail.
Jul-2023
Dr Pigeon is very knowledgeable and confident. He puts you at ease and is compassionate. Never in a hurry and will answer all of your questions. I would never consider another doctor.
Jul-2023
Was very happy with my visit. Went over everything I was concerned about.
Jul-2023
He performed a lower back surgery on me in 2015 and is now treating a similar new one. I trust him thoroughly!
Jul-2023
Dr Pigeon is meticulous with his work. He provides good communication. Highly, highly recommended.
Jul-2023
The Doctor listened to what I had to say. He showed me the X-rays and explained what he was showing me.
Jul-2023
Very thorough and gave a very detailed yet understandable explanation of issues with my back.
He recommended PT and injections which I’m going to follow through on.
Jun-2023
He was very helpful and knowledgeable. A lot of time spent with us
Jun-2023
Exceptional
Jun-2023
Dr. Pigeon was very thorough and with exam and in explaining everything. I appreciated how he listened to all concerns and details and how respectful he was.
Jun-2023
I was given more information then ever before. I would recommend Dr. Pigeon very highly to anyone having back or neck problems. Some of the tests were not done by any other doctor and helped to explain a lot of my pain. Thank you Dr. Pigeon
Jun-2023
Dr P and primary assistant Levell were organized, thorough, on-time and listened patiently. I’ve seen a lot of doctors and this was the most professional to date.
Dr Pigeon was clear in his findings with my condition and very importantly is not an over reactor.
May-2023
Dr. Pigeon was very friendly, thorough, informative and I didn’t have to wait long.
May-2023
Everyone was very pleasant and extremely efficient. Thank you
May-2023
Very thorough in his exam
May-2023
Wonderful doctor.
May-2023
Very professional, extremely knowledgeable, and he has a great doctor/patient ability to explain what process is needed to correct the medical problem.
Apr-2023
I would truly want only Dr Pigeon to be my back surgeon. He is the best.
Apr-2023
Excellent doctor!
Apr-2023
Very thorough exam and explanation as well as options for treatment!
Apr-2023
Excellent doctor
Apr-2023
Dr. Pigeon was amazing and explained everything so I could understand exactly what was going on and causing my pain. His assistant Beth is also amazing. I had a great office experience.
Apr-2023
Outstanding! Very personable, professional and explained my diagnosis in detail. His assistant also outstanding!
Mar-2023
Explined everything about my surgery..
Very kind and caring.
Mar-2023
Most thorough doctor I have seen. His staff is wonderful. Great doctor
Mar-2023
WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON & GREAT DOCTOR HE IS !!!!!
Mar-2023
Thank you for giving me my life back.
Mar-2023
He is truly the best. Skilled and compassionate. He is my orthopedic surgeon of choice.
Mar-2023
Beth his assistant was excellent also
Feb-2023
Professional, open to discuss issues and medical options. Extremely easy to talk to. HONEST
Feb-2023
Gave me the straight info I needed.
Feb-2023
Wonderful
Feb-2023
Dr Pigeon is a consummate professional having undergone prior spinal surgery with him and his staff. He is patient explaining your health issues and clear in his diagnosis and recommendationsrecommendation.
Feb-2023
He is an awesome Surgeon and took his time with me!
Jan-2023
I have never had a more thorough exam
Jan-2023
6 hour back surgery. Recovering well except for complications from PENDING surgery on my Hip. But Dr Pigeon has done his part very well.
Dec-2022
Took time to talk to me and explain everything in detail.
Dec-2022
Very thorough with his patients.
Dec-2022
Dr. Pigeon is an exceptional Orthopedic Physician and I highly recommend him.
Dec-2022
Thank you for taking the time to perform a thorough, complete examination and explaining to me your recommendations and my prognosis in words I can understand.
Nov-2022
Excellent Surgeon! Recommended a conservitive plan of physical therapy that relieved my chronic pain.
Nov-2022
Thorough, pleasant and professional, takes time to explain the condition and treatment options. Dr Pigeon performed my cervical fusion two years ago. I have complete range of motion and no pain.
Oct-2022
HE IS THE ONLY DOCTOR WHO I WILL LET WORK ON MY BACK! I WAS IN SAVEER PAIN, HE DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM, PERFORMED THE SURGERY PAIN WAS GONE AFTER REHAB!
Oct-2022
Dr Pigeon is fantastic. His expertise and manner are outstanding, you can't go wrong with him as your physician. Thank you doctor for all you do.
Oct-2022
Un-replaceable!
Oct-2022
Dr. Pigeon was fantastic! I went from barely able to move, couldn’t sleep, in constant pain, to being nearly 100% (who is 100% after surgery). I am very thankful to have had him as my surgeon
Oct-2022
Comprehensive exam done, appropriate questions asked, and realistic options proposed. Good communication skills.
Oct-2022
I feel Dr Pigeon is extremely truthful, knowledgeable, and sincere with his assessments, his staff as well especially when in the surgery working beside him. I would refer him to anybody without reservation.
Oct-2022
Very nice , explains everything and answers all your questions. I am very satisfied with Dr Pigeon. I would recommend him.
Sep-2022
Very through, explains everything in understandable terms, and great bedside manner!
Oct-2022
The best. Very personable and takes time to talk and explain medical issues. All staff is wonderful.
Sep-2022
Talks so fast it's hard to keep up.
Sep-2022
With Dr Pigeons guidance and knowledge we were able to correct my back pain and avoid surgery.
Sep-2022
He is the best!!!
Sep-2022
Dr Pigeon spent time explaining everything, and discussing suggestions on other medical issues I have..He is an amazing surgeon and I recommend him to anyone with back issues!
Aug-2022
He takes time with the patient and is a great listener and communicator!
Jul-2022
Best there is.
Jul-2022
Dr pigeon came up with plan for me and I was very happy with that plan .
Jul-2022
No one better at what he does.
Jul-2022
Excellent communicator and very thorough.
Jul-2022
Probably the most time any doctor spent time thoroughly explaining everything and in this case why surgery is last option and not a guarantee. Just to much going on with back and physical therapy could possibly help enough to live much more comfortably without surgery and long 6-8 months recovery
Jul-2022
Best Doctor ever! Brilliant spinal cord surgeon who saved my life essentially. A really nice guy also.
Jul-2022
Detailed explanation of condition. Answered all my questions.
Jul-2022
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430 Morton Plant Street Suite #301 Clearwater, FL 33756
Dr. Richard Pigeon, M.D. is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and fellowship-trained in Surgery of Spinal Disorders and Deformities, Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY. He earned their medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT and completed their residency at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, FL.
Took time with me and understood my issue.
Dr Pigeon is so highly regarded because he deserves it.
I felt very comfortable with Dr pigeon. I really feel he can get my problem under control. Very nice personality also.
He's the best!!!
Spends the time to discuss any questions you might have. Would 100 percent recommend Dr.pigeon to anyone and everyone. The best back surgeon around!
He is the most caring and knowledgeable. Sensitive to your needs and never rushes your appointment.
Always a 5 for Dr. Pigeon! I’ll always be grateful that I can walk without pain.
Very comprehensive visit. Totally satisfied!
Dr. Pigeon was very knowledgeable and dedicated to ensure he clearly explained the results of the exam, X-rays and MRIs.
All was good except the waiting time that was ridiculous almost 2 hrs no reason for that.