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Dr. Richard Palken, MD

Dr. Richard Palken, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Palken, MD is an internist in Worcester, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Marlborough Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

55 Lake Ave N Worcester, MA 01655

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Dr. Palken's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palken

3.7

15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
27%
27%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Eliot – Mar 05, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Martha – Dec 05, 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sue in MA – Aug 12, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Buddy in Cambridge, MA – Jan 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laurie Harrington in Southborough, MA – Oct 26, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Palken, MD is an internist in Worcester, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Marlborough Hospital and Saint Vincent Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Internal Medicine

  • Family Medicine

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

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus55 Lake Ave N Worcester, MA 01655
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marlborough Hospital

    157 Union St
    Marlborough, MA 01752

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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  • UMass Memorial Healthalliance-Clinton Hospital, Leominster Campus

    60 Hospital Rd
    Leominster, MA 01453
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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  • Saint Vincent Hospital

    123 Summer St
    Worcester, MA 01608
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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