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Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD

Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD is a gastroenterologist in Darby, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1501 Lansdowne Ave Darby, PA 19023
Telehealth available

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Dr. Amaral's Reviews

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4.8
19 ratings, 10 with a written review
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He is a great dr with a wonderful bedside manner and very very carefully and will explain any concern you have I moved across town and saw another dr nothing compares to him I’m going back I’ll take that 30min drive .just because I know I will get the care and compassion I need .
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Qw – Aug 06, 2019
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Yes. Definitely.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Heather Clarke in Philadelphia, PA – Nov 07, 2018
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Dr Amaral is the Best. I Love His Staff They are So Pleasant . I do Recommend Him
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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Irvin B Ricketts in Philadelphia , PA – Nov 07, 2018
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Dr.amral is great,check him out
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sylvia in Philadelphia , PA – Sep 13, 2018
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Excellent Dr. With great bedside manner. Also he will explain to you any concerns you may have. Great humor!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Darron – Aug 15, 2018
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Dr. Amaral is a caring and concerned physician. He is very honest in his approach with you concerning your medical condition. His humor is always on point and it allows you to relax and have important diolouge for the best treatment. You will never leave his presence confused about your visit. I highly recommend him as my gastroenterologist. More importantly he made me feel like he really, really cared about healing me. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Martin Jones in Philadelphia, PA – Aug 11, 2018
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He takes his time and explains everything so you can understand. He has a wonderful personality and bed side manner . Great 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
What could be improved
No results
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Lorraine Basciano in Philadelphia, PA – Jul 07, 2018
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Very excellent very concerning overall a very good doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2018
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Fantastic he explained everything and took his time. He did not rush
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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Ben Salvatore in Philadelphia, PA – Aug 14, 2017
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Dr. Amaral is a phony. He talks a good game and you think he is a good caring doctor until you are out of the office and need him for something. My mother has a zillion doctors. None of them talk as much or performs like Dr. Amaral, but, whenever I need any of them for a script, emergency appointment or clerification about an episode she is experiencing with her illness, they are always there to help me. I am not one to pester doctors, either. If you are really sick, go to a different dr. 411..
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jul 04, 2017
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Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD is a gastroenterologist in Darby, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Gastroenterology

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

  • Hershey Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • Mercy Catholic Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993
  • Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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    Locations

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    Mercy Medical Associates at Darby1501 Lansdowne Ave Darby, PA 19023
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