Dr. Richard Orlowski is a board-certified medical oncologist with over four decades of experience serving the cancer patients of the Hickory community. Since opening his practice in 1983, he has been dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate cancer care, committed to clinical excellence and patient-centered treatment.
He earned his undergraduate degree from Southern Illinois University before pursuing his medical education at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Orlowski completed both his Internal Medicine internship and residency at Washington University, where he developed a strong foundation in clinical medicine. He then pursued advanced subspecialty training through a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, preparing him to treat the full spectrum of blood disorders and cancers.
For more than 40 years, Dr. Orlowski has been a trusted physician in the Hickory area, building lasting relationships with patients and their families throughout their cancer journeys. His extensive experience spans all areas of medical oncology, and his decades of practice have provided him with invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of cancer treatment. He maintains active privileges at both Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center, ensuring his patients have access to comprehensive hospital-based care when needed.
| Hickory | 2406 Century Place SE Hickory, NC 28602 | 828-324-9550 |
Patient Reviews
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"Dr. Orlowski and his entire staff at Carolina Oncology Specialists are the best. From Doctor care to appointment specialists are first class. I first went to them in 2021 and had follow up in September 2026 and could not have found better care over those years."
5.0 Stars - (2026-09-17) -
"Since being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, I have always received excellent care from Dr. Orlowski, PAs and staff. I felt I was at the right place at the right time . I continue to experience this trust and genuine care and I'm grateful."
5.0 Stars - (2026-09-15) -
"Dr Orlowski and his staff are exceptional. My husband is now 13 years cancer free following treatment for lymphoma. Our family thinks so highly of Dr Orlowski that three other family members have also been treated by him. This group is compassionate, caring and very knowledgeable, I would recommend this office to anyone. I truly believe that Dr Orlowski and his staff saved my husband's life, we are forever grateful."
5.0 Stars - (2026-09-11) -
"Dr Orlowski and his team truly care about their patients. The world needs many, many more just like him!"
5.0 Stars - (2026-09-02) -
"Dr. Orlowski listened and his PA was helpful to help me figure what was going on. Treatment was wonderful and considerate of what I was feeling. I'm thankful that they always listen."
5.0 Stars - (2026-08-21) -
"Always on time and very friendly staff! I love dr O!"
5.0 Stars - (2026-08-12) -
"Carolina Oncology is the best! They take awesome care of my husband. They are knowledgeable, friendly, and always respectful. Thank you to Dr. Orlowski and his assistant Diane."
5.0 Stars - (2026-08-12) -
"I always think of Dr. Orlowski fondly. He chose the best course of action for me and I've been doing great now for years. He's the best doctor I ever seen, and at my age I've seen quite a few. He's no nonsense and wants to get you well. I know two people who saw him in the past, and another who is presently seeing him. They all speak of him very highly.
Thank you, Doctor Orlowski."
5.0 Stars - (2026-08-08) -
"The staff are very caring. Dr O always has my best interest for my health care"
5.0 Stars - (2026-08-04) -
"Great visit & always very helpful with information 🩵"
5.0 Stars - (2026-08-04)