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Dr. Denise Ricketts, MD

Dr. Denise Ricketts, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. Denise Ricketts, MD is a family medicine physician in Okeechobee, FL. She is affiliated with HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 51 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (51 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Ricketts specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Ricketts' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ricketts

4.4
51 ratings, 30 with a written review
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She is very good. She cares. And the staff is wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dianne in Okeechobee, FL – Mar 03, 2025
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Wonderful new experience. Front staff is very helpful and friendly I will definitely refer my family and friends to this office. Thank you so much for all your help Dr. Ricketts.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Joan Medina – Sep 06, 2024
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Wonderful office!
From the welcoming staff, calls answered, medications called in the same day, call backs if they miss you're call for starters. The doctors are wonderful, attentive and listen to the way you would like to guide your health care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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A nurse as a patient – Mar 26, 2024
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Excellent Doctor
Dr. Ricketts listens and is a very compassionate caring doctor. She takes her time and is very thorough. I'm extremely happy we found her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Linda Byc – Jul 07, 2023
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I absolutely love Dr Ricketts and her team. They are all so kind and friendly and they make me feel like I am their only patient. Dr Ricketts never rushes through my appointments and makes sure that she's addressed any concerns I may have. Her NP, Dr Anglin is also amazing who doesn't rush through appointments to ensure patients get the care they need. I highly recommend Dr Ricketts and her team.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Cheryl R. – Apr 14, 2023
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VERY HAPPY WITH MY NEW PCP
I am surprised to read some of the negative comments. I moved to Florida last year and needed a new PCP. A family member referred me and I made an appointment. The office staff was very accommodating and scheduled my first appointment within a reasonable time. Dr. Ricketts was very personable and pleasant. She went over my medical history in depth and sent me for blood work. Any time I have had a health issue, she has responded within a reasonable time. The office staff have been very helpful when I need a question answered and always get back to me quickly.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Marion Fratus – Feb 06, 2023
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I've been a patient of hers for a couple of years in Okeechobee. She's always very efficient on answering messages. During office visits she's very caring, attentive, and definitely shows her compassion for her patients making sure that they get the top notch medical Care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Lana M Palmer – Feb 12, 2020
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She is caring, spends time, listens, and refers to great MD's
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Feb 11, 2020
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Been sick for over a year and just had to change doctors for second opinion to find that I had LUPUS so sad
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Mari – Jan 27, 2020
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Dr. Ricketts and staff provide excellent care!!!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Cindy Kennded Adams in Okeechobee, FL – Jan 28, 2019
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My son has serious health issues. We made an appointment to see her and on the day of the appointment, she cancelled because she was sick. We rescheduled for another appointment which was now a full month from the first time we scheduled. They called and cancelled the day of the appointment AGAIN calling out sick. I have never experienced this with a doctor and I will never make an appointment with them again. It’s always a Friday too. Very unprofessional and unreliable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
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Jul 06, 2018
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Dr. Ricketts is wonderful. Listen to me as a patient. Staff is very helpful in scheduling appointments, setting up referrals, and taking down important information.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Deborah in Okeechobee, FL – Jun 22, 2018
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I love Dr. Ricketts. Dr. RIcketts is thorough and handles issues immediately. However one of her staff members does not know how to treat her patients and told me one day " yall all want yalls narcotics" as if getting pain medication refills automatically makes you a drug addict or pill head. For this reason i dont recommend people to her office. No one wants to be made to feel as if they are a drug addict or have a problem because they suffer from chonic pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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My Meds Don't Define Me – Jun 07, 2018
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Dr. Ricketts is very caring about her patients and takes the time with them to answer any questions patients may have regarding their health, medications, etc.
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
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Okeechobee, FL – Dec 18, 2017
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Dr. Ricketts is the best. She always has the best concern for her patients. Her office staff are wonderful too. I recommend her to every person looking for a PCP/Family doctor.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nashville, TN – Jul 31, 2017
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Just had a visit with her and wow, what a understanding doctor. If they had more doctors and such like her what a better plays this world would be. She was very through and asked question's and concerned. Wish I would've found her years ago. Super friendly staff even to us older people. They don't brush you off like you're bothering or annoying them. Just a great bunch of people. Thanks so much. Looking forward to future visits. Don't worry about any wait time as they and she are very through
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
4 others found this helpful
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John Smith in Okeechobee, FL – Jun 16, 2017
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LOVE Dr. Ricketts. You can tell she is very passionate in what she does. Always takes the time to listen. Staff is AMAZING as well. You may have a little bit of a wait, but she very well worth it because she takes her time with EVERYONE (and sometimes we have to be considerate of others as well, because you never know what someone is going through).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Miami, FL – Jun 16, 2017
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My experience was wonderful. When I needed to be seen for an emergency they fit me right in I was treated with great respect and professionalism would highly recommend to any one and I do let everyone one know if they need a excellent dr and a caring staff to go to that office
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
2 others found this helpful
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Brown in Port St. Lucie – May 24, 2017
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I was in need of a Primary Care Physician and after countless online searches and several wrong encounters with clinics in the Okeechobee area I came across Dr Ricketts and scheduled an appointment. Dr Ricketts actually listened to my concerns and professionally dealt with my current medical issues. It is so refreshing to know and feel that your doctor cares about you as a person and that your life matters.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Robert Kilby in Okeechobee, FL – May 08, 2017
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I love Dr. Ricketts, she truly cares about her patients. Your not just a number in her office. Calling the office isn't the best, but they have 5 lines ringing constantly, so I don't get upset about it. I am so glad we have her in Okeechobee. They staff is always amazing too.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Okeechobee – May 05, 2017
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About Me

biography

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr Ricketts received her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica. She completed her residency training at Memorial Health University program in Savannah, Georgia. Dr Ricketts...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • Memorial Health - University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Ross University School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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