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Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD

Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Providence, RI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

208 Collyer St Ste 301A Providence, RI 02904
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vrees specializes in the area of Colon & Rectal Surgery. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Vrees' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vrees

3.8

33 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
64%
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4 Star
6%
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
24%
24%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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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Sep 04, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
anonymous – Oct 06, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jane (Cichon) Antonio – Jun 22, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Christopher – Aug 28, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Dec 22, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 28, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2019
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What went well
  • 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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Paul Fortin in Wyoming, RI – Jan 08, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Richmond RI – Feb 15, 2018
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What went well
  • 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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Coventry, RI – Feb 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Charlestown, RI – Dec 22, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
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Providence, RI – Mar 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Matthew Vrees, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Providence, RI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Miriam Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Brown University

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
Colon & Rectal Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
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Locations

Practice

Office208 Collyer St Ste 301A Providence, RI 02904
1
Pedro Barros M.D. Inc1407 S County Trl Bldg 4 East Greenwich, RI 02818
2
Miriam Hospital164 Summit Ave Providence, RI 02906
3

Practice

Office738 Washington St Attleboro, MA 02703
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

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saint Anne's Hospital

    795 Middle St
    Fall River, MA 02721
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

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

    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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St
    Providence, RI 02903
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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