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Dr. Christopher Rittmeyer, MD

Dr. Christopher Rittmeyer, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Rittmeyer, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Savannah, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1989. He is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 106 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (106 reviews)

Biography

"Dr. Christopher Rittmeyer is a board certified pediatric gastroenterologist providing trusted care and expertise to children in Savannah, GA. He completed his fellowship with the University of North Carolina Hospitals..."

- Dr. Christopher Rittmeyer, MD

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Rittmeyer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rittmeyer

3.8
106 ratings, 58 with a written review
5 star
65%
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4 star
2%
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3 star
7%
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2 star
1%
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1 star
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Love him
He and his team are awesome. I thank the Almighty for Dr. Rittmeyer , he provides excellent care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy Brigdon – Feb 19, 2025
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Dr Rittmeyer
Absolutely the best doctor we have ever dealt with for any type of medicine, my child looks forward to seeing him like he is a member of our family... I highly recommend using Dr. Rittmeyer for anything that you need that he specializes in, him and his staff are the absolute best you will actually enjoy a doctors visit for a change...
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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Darrin Stoneking – Feb 19, 2025
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Good dr
Him and the office staff took the time to make sure we had all questions answered and went out of their way to help with our out of pocket costs our sons formula.
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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Kyle G – Dec 06, 2024
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Dr: Rittmeyer is awesome
Dr: Rittmeyer is a wonderful doctor. He is always so friendly and helpful. The staff is great too. We really appreciate all he has done for my son over the years
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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Oct 29, 2024
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Great with kids!
Dr. Rittmeyer is quick and thorough without lack of attention. Absolutely wonderful with kids!! 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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Oct 28, 2024
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I would definitely recommend him
We always have a wonderful visit
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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Teresa nesmith – Oct 28, 2024
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average G.I. doctor with too many patients.
I've been a patient since January 2019 and while I've made much improvement there's still flaws. Under pediatric care I have no real say in the meds I'm given so I just generally hope they're actually helping. It's sad that they don't remember/update your file. The most embarrassing thing though was when he told me I could take Ibuprofen. Ibuprofen makes anyone with IBD have intestinal bleeding. It horrifies me to think of how many parents or young patients he told that they can take it. I have to pay for his 5 minute visit, just to hear that. Embarrassing.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Natalie Robinson – Dec 02, 2023
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He's the best!
My boys have "outgrown" Dr. Rittmeyer but we've been seeing him over the years. He's the best at detecting problems and offering solutions. Patient relationship, too: even though there would be a year or more between visits, he'd still remember what my boys said or did during previous visits. Yes, there are long waits and you have to schedule an appointment well in advance. Yes, he might have to rush off if there is an emergency. But you know why? Because he's the best and everyone needs him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 21, 2023
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AWFUL TREATMENT BY DR AND ALICIA NURSE PRACTITONER
I heard that the doctor wasn't the best. I wanted to give him and their office the benefit of the doubt. Afterall I worked in healthcare for over a decade, I get it! I had a number of bad experiences with the office (they didnt call me after they found a few things from my sons biopsy!! I called THEM 6 weeks later saying he was STILL puking ONE EXAMPLE), but the last straw was yesterday when my son had an appt with Alicia the NP. After waiting an hour with 3 kids (spring break) I was told to go to the hospital for xrays (xray tech on vacation). Well why didn't they say I'd have to do that when I booked the appt over the phone? OR why didn't they say that an hour ago when I first checked in?? I drove 45 mins one way for this appt entertaining 3 kids and now we have to leave and wait around there, only to come back where we started! I kindly asked to speak to Alicia to explain that my son had an Xray THERE 3 wks ago for the exact same issues but she outright refused to even speak to me!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2023
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Best pediatric gastroenterologist!
Dr. Rittmeyer quickly added us into his schedule when my child was in pain. He has funny, personable, and kind. We felt confident we were in great hands upon leaving the office. Savannah is lucky to have him in our community!
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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Mar 31, 2023
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The office entirely is very nice and welcoming. Love it here.
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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Mom with Many Kids – Sep 01, 2022
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I have been waiting since December to get a letter of medical necessity sent over to the company we use for my daughter's formula, it is currently May and they still have not sent the correct paperwork. I have spoke with several people from Rittmeyer's office several times A DAY and still nothing! The office manager is never there and when I did speak with her, she said she would handle it. That was weeks ago and now she's "out of the office for a while" according to other staff. I have been paying out of pocket for my daughter's formula since December at around $800 a month. The office definitely has room for improvements starting with staff and management that can actually do their job.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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May 04, 2022
We fully regret that this experience fell short... Read More
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Dr was great with my daughter
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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Lindsey griswold – Mar 18, 2021
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Dr Rittmeyer was very helpful, nice, and very encouraging to us. This is our first child.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Joshua Aspinwall – Mar 18, 2021
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Dr.Rittmeyer has always been welcoming and so nice! His office staff is ok, but he listens and cares and tells jokes that my sons always laugh at when we go. He is my son’s Dr and has helped us so much! I’m glad we have him as our Dr! I recommend 100%!
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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Virginia Amaya – Sep 21, 2020
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I highly recommend Dr. Rittmeyer and his staff. The office is very efficient, friendly and inviting. Dr. Rittmeyer is very knowledgeable, compassionate and has a great sense of humor. He turned an unpleasant visit into a positive one.
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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Colleen Philbrick – Jun 27, 2020
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I recommend Dr. Rittmeyer & his staff for youth GI services. They are polite, friendly, & knowledgeable. They ensure parents understand their child’s condition and treatment. I never feel rushed or ignored when visiting their facility.
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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Teresa O. Thomas – May 10, 2020
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Dr. Rittmeyer is a wonderful and extremely knowledgeable doctor. He has been my daughters' GI doctor for many years, and I highly recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2020
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Dr. Rittmeyer is a breath of fresh air. He was extremely kind and put my nervous 9 year old at ease immediately . He spoke directly to my son about his issues and developed a treatment plan to get him back on track . My son has been looking up jokes that he can’t wait to tell Dr. Rittmeyer at his next appointment. As you can imagine , this is pure gold for a concerned mom.
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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Summer Carrington – Nov 11, 2019
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The staff and doctors are wonderful. They always have a smile on their face and are willing to do anything to help. They work with your schedule. The biggest thing to me was they made my 7 year old daughter feel completely at ease! She wasn't worried about the x-rays or anything. Everything is there and convenient. You hardly wait for the appointments or test results.
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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Casey Kicklighter – Aug 02, 2019
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biography

Dr. Christopher Rittmeyer is a board certified pediatric gastroenterologist providing trusted care and expertise to children in Savannah, GA. He completed his fellowship with the University of North Carolina Hospitals program and is a graduate from Johns Hopkins University. He is currently accepting new patients.
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

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  • University Of North Carolina Hospitals Program

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of North Carolina Health Care

    Residency Hospital
  • Johns Hopkins University

    Medical School, 1989
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Health University Medical Center

    4700 Waters Ave
    Savannah, GA 31404
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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