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Dr. Richard Petyn, MD

Dr. Richard Petyn, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Richard Petyn, MD is an internist in Oceanside, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. He is not accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Scripps Medical Center Jefferson

2205 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054
Telehealth available

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Dr. Petyn's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Petyn

3.1
20 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Dr. Petyn is one of the best doctors I have ever found. He thoroughly examined my case notes from other specialists and urgent care visits before he enters the room for a visit. He carefully tracks my health concerns and conditions. He is knowledgeable and thorough.
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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Kathy Buckles – Dec 13, 2024
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I decided to see Dr. Petyn nevertheless of different opinions and his ratings and I am so happy that I did. Dr. Petyn maybe is a little direct person like some other patients mentioned but in my opinion this is not important at all in a medical field because Dr. Petyn is a very knowledgeable doctor with a huge experience and for 100% knows what he is doing, how to give a correct diagnosis, how to treat and how to care for his patient. I am very impressed with the visit because Dr. Petyn was accurate and detailed oriented taking his time to conduct interview with me to find out my medical concerns and problems. If somebody wants to have a knowledgeable, professional and caring doctor not a phony smiling person Dr. Petyn is the right doctor! I would recommend him to anyone who wants properly to take care of hers/his health and wellbeing. Now, I feel very confident and safe that in the future if I will have any health problems I have a primary care doctor which I know will give the proper diagnosis and treatment. Thank you so much Dr. Petyn. I also want to praise his nurse- Sandra, who is a very professional and kind person with a great approach and attitude towards the patient. thank you sandra!
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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eva – Nov 11, 2024
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Dr. Petyn had the worst bed side manner I have ever experienced. I only saw him twice and he made me cry on both visits. He does not listen to the patient who should be the most in tune with their body. He made bold and unfounded assumptions and lacks any kind of empathy or compassion. I have never cancelled or fired a Dr. BUT I did fire him.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 25, 2024
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this doctor doesn't listen, does not explain anything, rushes, to finish the appointment, the nurse also wasn't friendly
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
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2022
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Ignores questions; does not explain, does not want to be bothered to help make me feel better.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
3 others found this helpful
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Ilse Karla Plonowski – Aug 13, 2021
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Impolite and unfriendly. Does not seem to care much about patients. I had a severe case of sciatica and he would not see or talk to me for a month. Classic patient abandonment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Oceanside – Jun 05, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

As an internal medicine specialist, Richard Petyn, MD, provides comprehensive primary care. He incorporates preventive medicine in his practice, working closely with his patients to help them make lifestyle decisions that result in better health....read more

biography

As an internal medicine specialist, Richard Petyn, MD, provides comprehensive primary care. He incorporates preventive medicine in his practice, working closely with his patients to help them make lifestyle decisions that result in better health....read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Wycoff Heights Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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  • English

  • Polish

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Locations

Scripps Medical Center Jefferson

Scripps Medical Center Jefferson2205 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92054
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave
    La Jolla, CA 92037
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

    Surgical Care Excellence 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

    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 doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr
    Encinitas, CA 92024
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego

    4077 5th Ave
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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