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Christopher W. Rial, D.O.

Sports Medicine

Erie, PA 16509

Christopher W. Rial, D.O.

5 out of 5 - 5 Ratings

  • Physician Association Medical Associates of Erie
  • Specialty Sports Medicine
  • Education Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Residency The Washington Hospital, Washington, PA

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  • LECOM Health Millcreek Surgical Specialists
    5401 Peach Street Suite 3600
    Erie, PA 16509
    Ph: (814) 868-2170
  • Corry Memorial Hospital Rural Health Clinic
    965 Shamrock Lane
    Corry, PA 16407
    Ph: (814) 664-3979

Patient Reviews

5 out of 5. 5 Ratings

5 out of 5 Stars

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Dr. Rial and his staff are outstanding! For several months, Dr. Rial has been treating my 80-year-old mother, who needs some relief from pain in her neck and lower back. He is very thorough, patient, and easy to talk to. He takes whatever time is necessary with her, and she's experienced positive results. I can confidently recommend Dr. Rial as someone who genuinely cares about his patients and their outcomes.

By Matt

5 out of 5 Stars

Reviewed 3 months ago

LIFE CHANGING PROCEDURE BY Dr. REIL!! I suffered for years with pain until I went to see specialist surgeon Doctor Christopher Riel on 5/31/24 to get a cortisone shot 💉 after first trying 3 mo. of rehab with some success. Dr. R. is very intelligent, and polite, and his team of nurses are knowledgeable, and make you feel part of the team. He was highly recommended by my family doctor John Kalata who I highly respect. I watched the monitor of the sonogram with the team to guide the needle to the precise spot of the pain. The Good Dr. noticed a big black area that he said was a buildup of fluid under my kneecap. Dr. R. began draining the fluid until the black spot disappeared and then he continued to proceed to inject that area with cortisone. I didn't know if this procedure would work but I had a good feeling it would because he wasn't guessing and he drained the fluid. As the good doctor was performing the procedure I was thinking to myself why didn't the former sports medicine doctor use the same technique? He gave me one shot of preordered of more expensive cortisone every week for 3 weeks, but guessing where to inject the cortisone with negative results. UPDATE: On Monday 6/3/24 I could tie my shoes for the first time in 4 years by myself. I worked in the yard for 5 hours raking last year's leaves and planting grass to my surprise i felt no pain afterward, which is a significant improvement. Usually, I would be in so much pain that I would have to ice down my knees and take 10 ibuprofen and be layed up for a couple of days. I'M Elated WITH THE RESULTS!! I don't know how long it will last but it's the first time in years I have been pain free. Thank you, Jesus 🙏

By Dan

5 out of 5 Stars

Reviewed 9 months ago

Dr. Rial is very knowledgeable and skilled in his field. The office staff is especially compassionate and always helpful!

By Carolyn

5 out of 5 Stars

Reviewed 1 year ago

I definitely would recommend Dr. Rial! He is compassionate, kind and wise. It's very hard to find that combination now days.

By Elaine

5 out of 5 Stars

Reviewed 3 years ago

Dr. Rial, his office staff, and nurses are all extremely kind and accommodating. Dr. Rial gave me excellent and thorough care. I highly recommend him and his team.

By Amy

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