Dr. Richard Wholey, MD

Cardiology*MaleAge 67

Cardiology*

Dr. Richard Wholey, MD is a cardiologist in Worcester, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1984. He specializes in Cardiology.

Dr. Richard Wholey, MD

Saint Vincent Medical Group-Worcester, Ste 273n

123 Summer St Ste 273 Worcester, MA 01608

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wholey is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center Springfield, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Wholey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wholey specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Wholey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wholey

4.8

27 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 15, 2023
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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
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Jim Adams – Apr 03, 2023
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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
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Jan 10, 2023
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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
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Dec 18, 2022
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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
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Aug 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 30, 2022
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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
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Arthur Dusoe – Nov 12, 2019
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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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Halloran in Oxford, MA – Dec 12, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Dorothy in Worcester, MA – Oct 21, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
S. M. B. in Gardner, MA – Sep 20, 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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Worcester, MA – Jan 29, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Mike Raymond in Holden, MA – Sep 21, 2016
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care philosophy

Personalized, compassionate care is the foundation for my relationships with patients, whether their cardiovascular issue is complex or routine. I take time to work collaboratively with each patient, earning their trust and inspiring them to take...read more

biography

"Personalized, compassionate care is the foundation for my relationships with patients, whether their cardiovascular issue is complex or routine. I take time to work collaboratively with each patient, earning their trust and inspiring them to take...read more
  • Cardiology

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

  • Umass Memorial Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Wholey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Saint Vincent Medical Group-Worcester, Ste 273n

    Saint Vincent Medical Group-Worcester, Ste 273n123 Summer St Ste 273 Worcester, MA 01608
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baystate Medical Center

      759 Chestnut St
      Springfield, MA 01199
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • 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

      View all patient feedback
    • UMass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus

      119 Belmont St
      Worcester, MA 01605
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards
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