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Dr. Richard Singer, MD

Dr. Richard Singer, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Singer, MD is an internist in Norwalk, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Norwalk Hospital and Danbury Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

497 Westport Ave Norwalk, CT 06851
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Singer specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Singer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Singer

3.9
56 ratings, 32 with a written review
5 star
68%
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4 star
5%
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3 star
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2 star
5%
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1 star
21%
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Lucky he is my PCP
I adopted Dr. Singer as my PCP when I was the random recipient of his care at a walk-in clinic visit. He is amazingly brilliant, genuinely caring and a wicked sense of humor. That was 18 years ago! ~ CS
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2024
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Outstanding!
Telehealth
Dr. Singer is a humble, outstanding, BRILLIANT experienced physician with the rare combo of both knowledge breadth and expertise depth. He keeps extraordinarily up-to-date and has an excellent, caring “bedside” manner plus a fun sense of humor. He listens exceptionally well and explains issues understandably & in appropriate detail. He is kindly respectful of my preferences, concerns and fears. I 100% trust his care and dedication to the primum non nocere oath. His staff are also fantastic, caring, bright, kind, upbeat and helpful -We are blessed they are in our community caring for us. I am very thankful and grateful to them.
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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Gruvers – Oct 22, 2023
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The Best
I moved to different location and found a local doctor, but shortly after I was forced to go back to Dr. Singer although he is 40 miles away. After time he remembered me precisely, not only my conditions. He remembered how many kids I have, what’s my family situation was at the last time I had a visit with him. Well, he is my psychotherapist also, which was and is even better.. Dr. Singer and his office is very attentive and I feel complete trust toward them. I always recommend doctor Singer to all of my friends. He is definitely one of the best. If you want competent doctor who has track of all your medical records, and you want to get an appointment fast and be taken care of fully, then Dr. Singer is definitely the one that you need.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Karine Evans – Apr 02, 2023
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A Top Physician
Dr. Singer is highly skilled, veteran physician that is able to make decisions based upon facts and his knowledge. While other doctors may take a lot of time and make errors in prescribing solutions to a malady, Dr. Singer delivers accurate analysis and recommendations in an expedited way. This is critical for those seeking fast relief and long-term answers for health issues. He is very versatile and is even highly skilled at suturing , leaving minimum scarring. I think that he is the best GP in this area. Yours, James McDonald
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
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James McDonald – Jan 20, 2023
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Wait over an hour on hold. Won't return pharmacy requests (5 of them). prescription running out and now at 88, I have to drive to his office to get a response. Looking for a new GP!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Nov 12, 2021
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Dr. Singer has been my family's physician for almost thirty years, and I can't remember who recommended him originally, but I recommend him constantly to friends and people I meet. My husband was a doctor, and he used to talk about Dr. Singer's superior diagnostic skills, and how much he respected him. I admire his cutting-edge knowledge about so many areas of medicine, and I am aware he keeps up with the literature, and everything related to the changes and improvements in medicine today. Dr. Singer is a modest man, with a dry wit. He explains things thoroughly and I never feel he's looking at the clock. Confidence in a doctor means everything.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Janice Papolos – Aug 13, 2021
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Dr. Singer is not only an EXCELLENT provider, but probably isvthe smartest medical expertise I know. I’ve worked for and with many doctors in my profession and now my personal care. He stands above the others in the time he takes on you individually. He NEVER gives up. He keeps going and going to get his patients the best care, possible. He has been my PCP for almost 20+ years and ALWAYS finds or orders tests that many miss. I’ve worked with him, as well. And his dedication to his patients in getting them the care and needs is remarkable. If you are lucky enough to have him as your doctor , know you are in the best hands possible. He has truly been a light in a dark times. Be blessed and grateful if you get his expertise. I know , I am !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Tracey Chameides – Feb 09, 2021
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EXCELLENT EXCELLENT EXCELLENT DOCTOR!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 25, 2019
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Dr. Singer is an excellent physician in all regards. We cannot say enough great things about him. Our family has been seeing Dr. Singer for over eight years. He is the best diagnostician, most knowledgeable, thorough, and up to date with all the latest procedures. His staff is motivated, and truly caring. Every visit is a pleasant and comforting experience. My 92 year old mother swears she owes her health to Dr. Singer’s brilliance. We all feel fortunate to be under his superior care.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 22, 2019
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Really knows his stuff. He found something my Urologist overlooked for over a year and cured me. Thank You!! Dr. Singer
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2019
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I originally wrote much more but there wasn't enough space, so let me just say that I can't thank Dr. Singer enough for listening to me, correctly diagnosing my Lyme, and working extensively with me to find a treatment regimen that both worked and that I could tolerate. I feel better than I have in years, and when I first came to Dr. Singer I could barely walk, felt like I was dying, and thought for sure I would be on disability before I was 30. He is a life saver. Thank 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Kristina B – Jan 15, 2019
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Well worth the wait. Knowledgeable, thorough and has great follow-through. Honest and direct, Dr. Singer has been my primary caregiver, of choice, for over three years. I have been with the group for close to six.
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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Nov 15, 2018
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Ive been going to Dr Singer for 5 years. Although Mr popular he may not always appear to be, I trust him 100% with the care of my health! The Man is meticulous and it is this sharp attention to detail that recently caught a serious matter with my heart that had been previously dismissed in the past by other health professionals as non threatening. So Thank you Dr Singer. I love the staff as well, they are warm and sincere and also offer outstanding professional care.
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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Linda in WESTPORT, CT – Nov 14, 2018
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I have known Dr. Singer for the last 25 years. Always to the point and clear. Great advise and follow up. Had always been referred to A1 specialists when needed. Very trustworthy. Pleasure of being his patient for all these years.
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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Westport, CT. / St. Petersburg, FL., CT. / St. Pe – Oct 30, 2018
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Doctor Singer has been my doctor for a number of years. He is not the warmest and fizziest guy in the world but is very affective at what he does and answer all my questions. He never hurries me. He’s a good doctor cares about his patients.
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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F.bill1 in Weston, CT – Sep 27, 2018
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I have been a patient of Dr. Singer for many years. His practice used to be an urgent care facility and changed to appointments only. This change has improved waiting times and the practice is continually improving but tlephone wait times still need improving. He is an excellent caring doctor who goes out of his way to provide time, answers and compassion, much missing at many other practices and sorely needed by other practicing physicians. I highly recommend this practice.
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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Jun 02, 2018
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Pleased with the fact that Dr Singer listens. Impressed with his response during an emergency important to my husband and I that he was knowledgeable. gives the patient confidence in the process.
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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JUANITA HAMILTON in DANBURY, CT – Mar 17, 2018
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Completely unresponsive to urgent matters.
What went well
  • Office environment
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
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2018
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I have been going to Dr. Singer for 20 years and always get excellent health care. 13 years ago, during a routine annual physical, he identified lumps in my neck I never noticed were there. It turned out to be stage IV cancer. I needed immediate aggressive treatment and fortunately it's been in remission since treatment. If it was not for Dr. Singer's knowledge, experience, and thoroughness, I would not be writing this review today. 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
  • Long wait times
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Bob in Fairfield, CT – Nov 20, 2017
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What can I say...I stumbled into this office a year ago for what I assumed was a routine illness and it turned out to be a serious health crisis! Even with atypical symptoms, confusing test results, and conflicting opinions, Dr. Singer properly diagnosed my issue and took immediate action. His extensive knowledge and dedication over the last year has truly saved my life! His wait-times may be longer than usual, but you'll realize the trade-off by the focused time you receive when it's your turn!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Fairfield, CT – Nov 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Singer, MD is an internist in Norwalk, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of California At Los Angeles / Center For Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Nuvance Norwalk Primary Care497 Westport Ave Norwalk, CT 06851
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Vincent's Medical Center

    2800 Main St
    Bridgeport, CT 06606

    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
  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Norwalk Hospital

    34 Maple St
    Norwalk, CT 06850
    Recipient of 40
    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

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