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Dr. Eric Rittenhouse, MD

Dr. Eric Rittenhouse, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Rittenhouse, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Allentown, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rittenhouse has extensive experience in Gynecologic Conditions. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus and Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

440 S 15th St Allentown, PA 18102

Dr. Rittenhouse is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Rittenhouse's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rittenhouse

4.7
20 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Best OB/GYN I've Ever Had In My Entire Life
Dr. Eric Rittenhouse is the best OB/GYN I've ever had in my entire life. I've been in horrible pain for years & was never taken seriously. He took me seriously & was extremely compassionate. I had a Laparoscopy done by him & he found stage 3 of 4 Endometriosis. He also checked me for Interstitial Cystitis which I was also diagnosed with. I've had pelvic exams & have expressed how much pain I was in since 16 years of age. I'm now almost 40 & finally found out what's wrong with me. I'd encourage anyone reading this to seek out second opinions until they find a Dr. that cares enough to believe you, listen compassionately, & search for & identify the problem & solution so you can lead a better life sooner.
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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Nov 21, 2023
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I had such an incredible experience with Dr. Rittenhouse. He was there to help me through not only my first, but also my second pregnancy. He is calm and kind, and has a great sense of humor. He always has a way of giving you all the information in an easy to follow way and is all for explaining in detail when you don't understand or simply have questions. He always treated me with the utmost respect, and I was so upset when I moved and had to switch practices. I absolutely 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
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jamie L – Mar 19, 2021
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The office is very friendly and dr.rittenhouse is very nice , communicates, gives the best options available, and very gentle with his hands. Love his methods for delivery and gyno. Out of 20+ years getting checked with other gyno dr he has been the best.
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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Ana – Mar 28, 2020
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When he comes in I feel reassured and calm. If he’s doing a us or something I’m simply super comfortable when he’s there. This is my second pregnancy in his practice with 15 year inbetween I’m older and afraid of the interventions common to over 40 moms . He’s made me feel comfortable. :( just wish he’d deliver again. I’d go to whichever hospital he was at, because he’s just naturally gifted. I’m glad he’s handling my prenatals, it’s so reassuring to get same dr every time.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Katie in Lehigh valley, PA – Jun 19, 2018
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Dr. Rittenhouse is very straightforward, tells you just how it is, but in a way that you understand what he is talking about. Makes you feel like your his only patient( no rushing you in or out like your a piece of cattle). Highly recommend.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Rivalie in Northampton – Nov 15, 2017
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AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING. I have never met a doctor that is as kind, knowledgeable and compassionate as he is. I appreciate all the work you do Dr. Rittenhouse. Your work ethics is appreciated by myself and many other patients. The field of medicine would be better with more doctors like you.
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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Erica Johnson in Macungie, PA – Jun 16, 2017
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I highly recommend Dr. Rittenhouse especially if you are like me; one who has the non common or rare health aliments. A coworker referred him due to her struggles with conceiving, which she was referred by another coworker. Right there alone shows the high level of recommendation. Driving eta time for all us is about 1hr 40min and well worth it! His knowledge of various health issues surpass the doctors within his field. The staff are friendly and efficient. Overall very happy...
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Kristina K. in Milford, PA – May 16, 2017
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He is the best Dr I have ever known and I will always choose him for my health issues and always recommend him to people. I had the best experience ever
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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Peal Asare in Allentown PA – Aug 03, 2016
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The best doctor I have ever known
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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Faisal in Allentown PA – Jul 19, 2016
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care philosophy

The simplest way to explain our philosophy is that we always treat our patients with the utmost care and respect that we would expect if circumstances were reversed!

We are there for our patients, ALWAYS!
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery

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

  • Eastern Mennonite College

    Undergraduate School
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

    Residency Hospital, 1995
  • York Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1991
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Dr. Rittenhouse is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Bio-Medical Applications of Pennsylvania Inc440 S 15th St Allentown, PA 18102
    1
    Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers626 Park St Honesdale, PA 18431
    2
    Good Health Pharmacy Inc1592 Route 739 Ste 2 Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
    3

    Practice

    L. V Womens Medical Specialties PC1275 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 2 Allentown, PA 18103
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus

      801 Ostrum St
      Bethlehem, PA 18015
      Recipient of 45
      hospital awards

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

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      America's 250 Best Hospitals 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.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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    • Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest

      1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
      Allentown, PA 18103
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Wayne Memorial Hospital

      601 Park St
      Honesdale, PA 18431
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      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.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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