Board Certified:
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Education & Training:
Fellowship: Univ of Colorado Hlth Sci Ctr
Internship: New York Univ. Medical Ctr NY
Medical School: New Jersey Medical School
Residency: NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
Richard Wathne, MD was born and raised in New Jersey. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from Bucknell University and his MD from UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Wathne completed his surgical internship at New York University/Bellvue Hospital and his orthopedic surgery residency at Hospital for Joint Diseases and Orthopedic Institute. He performed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Colorado.
Dr. Wathne is board certified in orthopedic surgery with a current Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the Idaho Orthopedics Society, the American College of Surgeons, the Idaho Medical Association, and the Southeastern Idaho Medical Society.
Dr. Wathne enjoys the Idaho outdoors and is active in skiing, biking, running, tennis, and golf. He is married and has four children.
Services:
- Knee arthroscopy with advanced expertise in:
- ACL reconstruction
- Cartilage restoration
- Patellofemoral instability
- Total knee replacement
- Partial knee replacement
- MAKO Robotic assist
- Shoulder arthroscopy with advanced expertise in:
- Rotator cuff repair
- Instability procedures
- Total shoulder replacement
- Total hip replacement
- Acute upper and lower extremity injuries
- Worker's compensation
- Elbow and ankle arthroscopy
- Fracture management
Featured Reviews
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10/15/2022
Good doctor, attentive and does an excellent job
— Yolanda Marquez
08/19/2022
Consult with Dr. W. regarding possible hip surgery. Felt comfortable with him and his knowledge.
— Joan Briney
07/20/2022
I walked into Dr Wathne‘s office on my last doctors appointment and gave him a high five with my right arm. Well at least as high as it would go. It’s been five months since Dr. Wathne did my rotator cuff surgery and every week it gets better.
I am a mountain hiker/climber and triathlete. My shoulder is pretty important. Dr. Whatne did a great job.
I would recommend Dr. Whatne if you need this surgery. He is kind, explains what is happening and he has a wonderful staff.
Thanks Dr. Whatne for taking great care of me.
— Alice Schenk
03/31/2022
I saw Dr. Wathne for chronic shoulder pain a little over a year ago. I had tried over the counter and herbal anti-inflammatories, physical therapy, ultrasound, prolozone injections, acupuncture, and light therapy. I called his office and the staff was eager to help me and got me in right away for an evaluation. I had a thorough evaluation with imaging right there in his office. After discussing the results and treatment options, he did an injection into my shoulder and I have not had any issues since that day. I have never gone to another clinic where the service was impeccable and the treatment was in the same day. I felt heard, supported, and cared for by Dr. Wathne and all of the staff members from the phone call to checking out. Thank you and I appreciate you all!
— Shelby Stoddard
03/29/2022
I am an avid tennis player and visit IdahoOrtho several times for several minor issues (elbow, knee, etc.). I finally injured by right shoulder badly and saw his PA who then told me I needed to see Dr. Wathne and perhaps need a surgery. I visited with Dr. Wathne who gave me a very thorough diagnose and options on how we should proceed. We did an MRI which led to a shoulder surgery. A surgery went well. I was well taken care of before and after surgery. I had several follow up with Dr. Wathe and his PA. My recovery went really well and I was back playing tennis after 3 months and still is going strong a few years later. Thank you to Dr. Wathne and his team.
— Tor Lynn
02/21/2022
Great doctor. He explained my shoulder issue so well. He is kind and caring doctor.
— Connie Ugaki
