Richard Chima Okafor, MD

Patients appreciate

Dr. Richard Okafor consistently receives exceptional praise from patients for his interpersonal skills and bedside manner. Patients repeatedly describe him as kind, compassionate, caring, and professional, with many noting his calm and relaxed demeanor that puts them at ease. A standout quality mentioned across numerous reviews is his excellent listening skills—patients feel genuinely heard and valued, with many commenting that he takes time to understand their concerns without rushing. Dr. Okafor is frequently commended for his thorough explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and surgical procedures in clear, easy-to-understand terms. Patients appreciate that he involves them in decision-making and encourages questions. His clinical expertise is also highly regarded, with many patients reporting successful surgeries, particularly hip and knee replacements, and effective pain management. Several reviews mention his personable nature, including thoughtful gestures like walking patients to checkout and maintaining a positive attitude.

Patients also share

The primary area for improvement identified in reviews relates to wait times and scheduling concerns. Several patients reported waiting 45 minutes or longer past their scheduled appointment time to see Dr. Okafor. A few patients mentioned long waits for surgery—one patient expressed disappointment about waiting six months for a procedure and feeling they should have been seen during that interval to monitor their deteriorating condition. A small number of reviews noted that Dr. Okafor occasionally seemed rushed or distracted during appointments, with one patient feeling he appeared to take things lightly. One patient also mentioned difficulty understanding him due to his accent, though this was an isolated comment.