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Dr. Richa Sharma, MD

Dr. Richa Sharma, MD

Pediatrics*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Richa Sharma, MD is a pediatrician in Albany, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from KATHMANDU UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities Samaritan Hospital and St Peter's Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

326 S Pearl St Albany, NY 12202
Telehealth available
(518) 449-0100

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sharma specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sharma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sharma

4.6
9 ratings, 7 with a written review
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1 star
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Great doctor
Wish all the doctors cared about my child as much as she does. Goes above and beyond for my family. she sees 4 of my children. Takes time explaining and answering all my questions, readily available by MyChart, or phone calls Would highly recommend.
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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Ishmael – Jul 26, 2024
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Do not recommend.
Unfortunately not very caring which should be one of the foundations for someone who works with kids. Also not very knowledgeable - in a rush to diagnose or lack of diagnosis as she subjectively compares your child to her own.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 17, 2023
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Excellent pediatrician
My kids have been seeing her after having a terrible time with another pediatrician. She is very approachable and down to earth. Takes times to listen and is very patient with me. I have kids with chronic medical issue and she takes time explaining. Awesome pediatrician
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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Jacob – Oct 12, 2023
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Amazing pediatrician. We have followed her from Albany to Clifton park. She is very knowledgeable, explains everything in simple easily understandable way, follows up with you until your child is completely better. Please do yourself a favor and go see her
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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Rose – Jan 25, 2023
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Friendly, educated, responsible, happy personal
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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Feb 29, 2016
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Dr. Sharma is a very personable down-to-earth person. Because of these traits, you can tell that there is a sincerity in her work and she absolutely wants the best for her patients. Even though she is a doctor, she explains things with great simplicity so we who aren't doctors understand to the fullest extent. My advice, take your kids to see Dr. Sharma if you want an awesome pediatrician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 26, 2016
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Dr. Sharma is a great pediatrician. She is so friendly and funny and answers all questions parents have. Parents always leave the office happy. We appreciate all she does !
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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Koley in Dover – Feb 26, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Richa Sharma, MD is a pediatrician in Albany, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from KATHMANDU UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities Samaritan Hospital and St Peter's Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

  • Pediatrics

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  • Kathmandu University / College Of Medical Sciences

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

St. Peter's Family Health Center326 S Pearl St Albany, NY 12202
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Peter's Hospital

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

  • 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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