John Richard Lamm Jr., MD

Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.7
Based on 212 ratings
John Richard Lamm Jr., MD

About John Richard Lamm Jr., MD

Dr. Lamm is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who specializes in brain and spine surgery, including functional neurosurgery.  Dr. Lamm possesses expertise in the surgical treatment of brain, spine and peripheral nerve disease. In addition to general neurosurgery, he has specialized training in brain and spine trauma, peripheral nerve surgery and Gamma Knife radiosurgery.

Fascinated by the quickly advancing field of neuroscience, Dr. Lamm enjoys the opportunity to apply newfound discoveries to real-life situations and change people’s lives for the better. He approaches his medical practice with the golden rule, caring for patients the way he would want his physician to care for him. Dr. Lamm believes that this starts with tailoring individualized care to every patient he has the privilege to treat.

Dr. Lamm earned his medical degree in 2013 from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed a neurosurgery residency and a fellowship in functional neurosurgery at the University of Kentucky in 2018.

Originally from Greenville, North Carolina, Dr. Lamm enjoys Hampton Roads for the surrounding water, great seafood and close proximity to his extended family. Outside of work, he can be found sailing, woodworking or gardening. Dr. Lamm and his wife have three children.

Education

Medical: East Carolina University School of Medicine
Residency: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurosurgery

Locations

Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Newport News

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 410, Newport News, VA 23601

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Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical and Spine Specialists Williamsburg

120 Kings Way, 2600, Williamsburg, VA 23185

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.7
Based on 212 ratings
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May 30, 2026
Nurse, assistant & the doctor who assist me are very good & helpful. They explained everything to me & I understood. Hope to hear from them again for my next appointment.
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May 23, 2026
Very nice doctor and explained everything
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May 23, 2026
Great approach to what we need to do next, not straight to surgery, sympathetic towards my choices of no, or low opioid use.
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May 23, 2026
Very good
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May 18, 2026
I would recommend Dr. Lamm, to anyone that has neurological disorders in the spine.Very fine doctor
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May 14, 2026
I received the absolute best care
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May 12, 2026
Very Very Good
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May 12, 2026
The best
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May 09, 2026
Extremely good visit well informed looking ahead I feel I am in great hands. The PA was great as well
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May 02, 2026
Dr Lamm listened carefully, encouraged interaction and gave Considered medical advice
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April 23, 2026
Good visit
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April 22, 2026
Excellent MD/patient rapport
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April 22, 2026
The doctor saw me quickly because I was relying on medicaid transportation driver to pick me up at a certain time. The doctor is very concerned and compassionate regarding my medical conditions. He is very knowledgeable. He is a friendly and professional doctor.
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April 15, 2026
Everyone explained process to me and listened to my concerns.
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March 30, 2026
Dr. Lamm was easy to talk with, clearly explained options, and laid out a good plan going forward for my back treatment.
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March 26, 2026
Good
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March 21, 2026
Very detailed and caring. Provided all information in detail. Answered all my questions.
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March 21, 2026
Dr lamm always listen to my problems and concerns.
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March 09, 2026
Clear and concise information.
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March 03, 2026
I have recommended Dr Lamm to several people and will continue to recommend him. He is an outstanding doctor!
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