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Dr. Peter Rintels, MD

Dr. Peter Rintels, MD

Hematology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Rintels, MD is a hematologist in Cranston, RI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Charlton Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1220 Pontiac Ave Ste 101 Cranston, RI 02920
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(401) 245-7393

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rintels is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital Providence, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rintels specializes in the areas of Hematology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Rintels' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rintels

3.3

16 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
50%
50%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
31%
31%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 20, 2025
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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
Helpful
Charles Heffernan – Oct 14, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Disappointed family – Aug 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 01, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Non Hogkins lymphoma patient 5 years – Aug 05, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donna Saucier – Apr 03, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
don in Smithfield, RI – May 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Rintels, MD is a hematologist in Cranston, RI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Charlton Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Hematology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Internal Medicine
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Board actions foundState licensing board
More than three years ago
New York State Board for Medicine

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Locations

Practice

Drs.Sambandam & Joseph Associates Inc.1220 Pontiac Ave Ste 101 Cranston, RI 02920
1

Practice

Kent Hospital455 Toll Gate Rd Warwick, RI 02886
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Miriam Hospital

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

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

    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)

    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.

    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

  • Charlton Memorial Hospital

    363 Highland Ave
    Fall River, MA 02720
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Kent County Memorial Hospital

    455 Toll Gate Rd
    Warwick, RI 02886

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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