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Dr. Joel Doughten, MD

Dr. Joel Doughten, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Doughten, MD is a family medicine physician in Riverside, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 1984. He is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

4435 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92501
Telehealth available
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Dr. Doughten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Doughten

3.5
30 ratings, 6 with a written review
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1 star
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My doctor for 33 years
Dr. Doughten was recommended to me over 30 years ago when I first moved to Riverside, and I've been happy with him all these years. He always takes the time to listen and discuss my health issues and concerns, and I never feel rushed. Wait times at the office upon arrival are short, and I've always been happy with the specialists that he has referred me to.
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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Steve M. – Nov 27, 2023
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Dr Doughten has been my doctor for 12 years now and he is a very good doctor I’m very happy with also his staff and office are great
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
2 others found this helpful
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Rodney Dolen – Jul 09, 2022
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Dr Doughton has helped us with the transition of my mom from a skilled nursing to my home. He has been great about providing support since my mother is immobile and unable to travel out of the house for appointments.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Ciranna – Oct 23, 2020
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In the beginning when bringing my Mom in. He seemed kind and understanding. But over a year of knowing my mom and taking care of her. He is rude, doesn't give a damn about her health or visiting her when she's sick or comes up with make believe answers regarding her health. More than a few times I've gotten into an argument with him. Rude just like his Wife! Pushes you to the side when you are trying to explain what your parent is dealing with. When in need of medicine for your parent. He dismisses you or won't return your call. He acts as if he hates what he's doing and dislikes his patients. I'm done. My Mom deserves better! .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
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
3 others found this helpful
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Never Going Back! – Jul 12, 2019
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Dr Doughten, while competent, has extremely poor bedside manner. His attitude is one of superiority and ego. He doesn't actually listen when you explain your problem, and shows a general disdain others. He doesn't like to be questioned, and while being a very intelligent person, clearly has much to learn about interacting with people.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
8 others found this helpful
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Oct 28, 2017
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accessable, considerate, informative
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
9 others found this helpful
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Lenore Meyer in Riverside, CA – Feb 05, 2016
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Dr. Joel Doughten, MD is a family medicine physician in Riverside, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 1984. He is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Family Medicine

  • Geriatric Medicine

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  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Iowa

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Geriatric Medicine
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Office4435 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92501
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(951) 682-9900
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