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Dr. Cathy Riker, MD

Dr. Cathy Riker, MD

Rheumatology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Cathy Riker, MD is a rheumatologist in Menlo Park, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Riker has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. She graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1986. She is affiliated with Stanford Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

1300 Crane St Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telehealth available
(650) 498-6500

Dr. Riker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Riker specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Riker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Riker

4.1
13 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Dr.Riker's assistant/receptionist was extremely rude the three times I called to try to make an appointment and it was only on the third call that she told me 1) Dr.Riker doesn't treat 19-year-olds and 2) The next available appointment was in three months. Such a waste of time and an extremely unprofessional assistant for a doctor I have heard great things about!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2020
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Dr Riker was recommended by another doctor. When I attempted to make an appointment, the staff said she wouldn’t see me because I had previously consulted with another doc. This was a surprise, as I had seen her a nimber of years ago. Staff also said that Dr Riker was cutting back on her practice and seeing fewer patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr Riker for about 20 years. I moved out of state 12 years ago but continue to return to see her twice a year. In my almost 71 years I have never had a physician even approach her level of care and skill. She is nit just a doctor but a true caring healer.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 10, 2018
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I had an unpleasant experience with Dr Riker. I arrived in time for my appointment, and the receptionist said the appointment appears to be canceled. I had not been made aware of this. The receptionist asked me to wait while they sorted it out. After waiting for 40 minutes, the nurse told me they have spoken with Dr Riker, but Dr has said she is busy and can not see me. She suggested rescheduling to 4 weeks later. The way the Dr and staff handled their mishap was disrespectful and irresponsible.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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VN in San Francisco, CA – Jun 16, 2018
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Cathy Riker, MD, is one of over 300 Stanford Medicine-affiliated providers located throughout the Bay Area. She is board certified in Rheumatology.

  • Rheumatology

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

  • A Einstein College M Yeshiva University

    Residency Hospital

  • Bronx Municipal Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Riker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Radiology-Menlo Medical Clinic In Menlo Park-1300 Crane1300 Crane St Menlo Park, CA 94025
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Stanford Hospital

      300 Pasteur Dr
      Stanford, CA 94305
      Recipient of 34
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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

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      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

      84%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      19% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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