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Dr. Richard Santarosa, MD

Dr. Richard Santarosa, MD

Urology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Santarosa, MD is a urologist in Stamford, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Santarosa has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions and Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Stamford Hospital and Greenwich Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Practice

80 Mill River St Ste 1400 Stamford, CT 06902
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(203) 356-9391

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Santarosa specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Santarosa's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Santarosa

3.1

34 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
47%
47%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
12%
12%
1 Star
35%
35%

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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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Michael E. Brown, Sr. – May 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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
  • Long wait times
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Oct 20, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 13, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Christine j Sheridan – Apr 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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PETER LOCKWOOD – Jul 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Will not return! – May 05, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Not4me – Aug 18, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 23, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Roz Fiandaca – Aug 07, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Wilton, CT – Oct 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sam in Stonington ME – Sep 22, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
kimberly salvino in Norwalk, CT – Mar 12, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cos Cob, CT – Oct 02, 2016
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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
Marta Lewis in Orange Park, FL – Aug 17, 2016
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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
Mark Vuono in Stamford, CT – Jul 07, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Newtown, CT – Feb 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Santarosa, MD is a urologist in Stamford, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Santarosa has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions and Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from University of Rochester...read more

  • Urology

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  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Locations

Practice

Medicine Specialties and Urology at Stamford80 Mill River St Ste 1400 Stamford, CT 06902
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stamford Hospital

    1 Hospital Plz
    Stamford, CT 06902
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

    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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Greenwich Hospital

    5 Perryridge Rd
    Greenwich, CT 06830
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

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

    2% lower than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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