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Dr. Donald Rivard, MD

Dr. Donald Rivard, MD

Urology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Rivard, MD is a urologist in Albany, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Albany Medical Center Hospital and St Peter's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 1.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

25 Hackett Blvd Albany, NY 12208
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Rivard specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Rivard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rivard

1.8

16 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
6%
6%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
19%
19%
1 Star
63%
63%

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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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NY – Jun 27, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Brent Kacur in Kingston, NY – May 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
14 people found this helpful
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john heinsohn in Wynantskill, NY – Mar 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donald Rivard, MD is a urologist in Albany, NY and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Albany Medical Center...read more
  • Urology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Albany Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Locations

Practice

Albany Medical Center-South Clinical25 Hackett Blvd Albany, NY 12208
1
Office711 Troy Schenectady Rd Ste 201 Latham, NY 12110
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cobleskill Regional Hospital

    178 Grandview Dr
    Cobleskill, NY 12043

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    92%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Samaritan Hospital

    2215 Burdett Ave
    Troy, NY 12180
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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