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Dr. Richard Whalen, MD

Dr. Richard Whalen, MD

Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Whalen, MD is a psychiatrist in Johnston, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities The Miriam Hospital and Newport Hospital.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

1443 Hartford Ave Johnston, RI 02919

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(401) 273-8100

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Whalen specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Whalen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whalen

2.3

3 ratings
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1 Star
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Whalen, MD is a psychiatrist in Johnston, RI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities The Miriam Hospital and Newport Hospital.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Brown University

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Gateway Healthcare Inc1443 Hartford Ave Johnston, RI 02919
1

Practice

Cvs/Pharmacy At Thundermist #02474450 Clinton St Woonsocket, RI 02895
2

Practice

Office65 Valley Rd Middletown, RI 02842
3
Office50 Health Ln Warwick, RI 02886
4

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

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    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

  • Newport Hospital

    11 Friendship St
    Newport, RI 02840
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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