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Dr. Richard Tate, MD

Dr. Richard Tate, MD

Family Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Tate, MD is a family medicine physician in Richmond, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Parham Doctors' Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Tate specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Tate's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tate

4.3
15 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
7%
7%

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Office Rude
I was not allowed to see him. He was taking new patients, but I could not get an appointment. A friend had recommended him. Well, he won't work out if I can't get in—rude staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Nope then you can't get help! – Mar 05, 2024
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The Best!!
I have seen Dr Tate for over 20 years. I have never felt rushed and he listens to concerns. He has been the best primary care doctor I have had!! He truly cares about his patients!!
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
Helpful
Barbara L – Aug 09, 2023
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I love Dr. Tate. He is always responsive to questions. His wait times in the office are unbearable. I usually have wait 30-45 minutes past my appointment time....and then it takes another 30 minutes or so before he comes in to the room.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 11, 2022
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Went to Dr Tate for my 6 month check-up. Wait time was less than 5 minutes. Dr Tate has a great bed-side manner, makes sure he answers any and all questions; and he is always very through with his exams. The nursing staff is also excellent.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 10, 2019
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Doc Tate is indeed a good doctor - his staff is terrible - they are unhelpful and totaly uninterested in helping
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 07, 2019
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I just became a new patient of Dr. Tate as my previous primary care doctor moved. I am so delighted. He is very professional yet warm and empathetic. He truly listed to my concerns and I have never felt less rushed by a Physician. He gives you the impression he has nothing else on his mind but making sure you are properly attended to. He answered all my questions thoroughly and explained his reasoning and provided options if I wanted to choose a different path.
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
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Joanne S. in Richmond, VA – Aug 23, 2018
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Dr. Tate is a wonderful, caring and compassionate physician. He never makes you feel rushed, answers your questions and clearly articulates his findings and treatment options. Plus, he's just an all around good guy. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a physician that doesn't make you feel like you're on an assembly line.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Neil H. in Henrico, VA – Jun 19, 2018
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I've been going to Dr. Tate for years. Dr. Tate is always willing to entertain my crazy questions / concerns. It never feels rushed during my appointments and I always leave feeling satisfied with my visits. He also answers emails very promptly. Dr. Tate truly cares about the wellbeing of 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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dr. Tate's Patient in Stafford, VA – Mar 07, 2018
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All good! Thorough, dedicated and caring.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Rich M in Richmond, VA – Mar 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Tate, MD is a family medicine physician in Richmond, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • 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.

  • Med College Va

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd
    Richmond, VA 23229
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% 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
  • Parham Doctors' Hospital

    7700 E Parham Rd
    Richmond, VA 23294
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards
  • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    2621 Grove Ave
    Richmond, VA 23220
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards
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