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Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck, MD

Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Christophe Vanhemelrijck, MD is an internist in Wakefield, RI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as South County Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 3 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

1 River St Wakefield, RI 02879
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vanhemelrijck specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Vanhemelrijck's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vanhemelrijck

3.0
4 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Thorough examination. Most important to me is his patience in listening to any physical or emotional problems wrong with me and his apathy and suggestions to help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 10, 2022
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Tried contacting him numerous times but never get a call back. If I do it’s from a nurse days-weeks later. I even tried communicating through the patient portal but didn’t hear anything back till a week and a half later by a nurse confirming that they received my Message and will tell my doctor. My reason for contacting my doctor was about a medication I’m on and having terrible side effects. Finally got a in office visit but it was a 3 week wait. Got there but wasn’t allowed to see doctor due to low grade fever (which is from my medication I called about). They said he will call me right then and there and do a over the phone visit. Waited 20 mins in parking lot and Didn’t get a call. I drove home (45 mins away)....he finally called in the middle of me driving I couldn’t answer so he left a voicemail saying he would call back later in the afternoon... never got a call back. 2 whole weeks passed and a nurse called me about my yearly physical. I DO NOT recommend Thundermist AT ALL!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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K – Aug 14, 2020
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I have been to see this Dr three times. Each time the visit and the communication or follow up with results have been abysmal. I gave his assistant a list of items to be discussed. He did not address any of them. When I brought them up he dismisses them. For example I requested an EKG. He actually told me the test is not worth it and don't show anything unless you are currently experiencing heart issues. He is a very nice man, just not a good medical professional. He is mailing it in and the facility that he works in, Thundermist, excuses his poor care and hideous communication skills. This place, Thundermist pushes the on line portal and yet, nothing is entered in there by their staff. I will not be returning to this Dr or this health Care facility
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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John O'Neil – Oct 05, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I provide highly skilled, compassionate primary care for all of my patients. Because I work at a community health center (Thundermist Health Center) I am able to provide comprehensive care including dental, mental health and psycho-social services for my patients.

biography

I graduated from New York Medical College in 1980 and completed my internship and residency at Hartford Hospital, CT in 1983.

I am board certified in both Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine with 38 years of clinical experience...
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  • Internal Medicine

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Hartford Hospital University Of Ct

    Residency Hospital
  • Hartford Hospital University Of Ct

    Internship Hospital
  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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  • English

  • French

Locations

Practice

Thundermist Health Ctr of So County1 River St Wakefield, RI 02879
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 10:00am - 8:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Coastal Care10 Davol Sq Ste 400 Providence, RI 02903
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Practice

3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • South County Hospital

    100 Kenyon Ave
    Wakefield, RI 02879
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave
    Providence, RI 02906
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Westerly Hospital

    25 Wells St
    Westerly, RI 02891
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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