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Dr. Joseph Rizzo, MD

Dr. Joseph Rizzo, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Rizzo, MD is a cardiologist in Lubbock, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Covenant Hospital Plainview and Covenant Medical Center.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Lubbock Heart Hospital

4802 N Loop 289 Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 788-0040

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Rizzo is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Lubbock, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rizzo specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rizzo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rizzo

3.1

12 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
50%
50%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
42%
42%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Aug 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Lisa in Lubbock, TX – Jul 03, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Rizzo, MD is a cardiologist in Lubbock, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Covenant Hospital Plainview and Covenant Medical Center.

  • Cardiology

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Cardiovascular Disease†
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Internal Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Texas Medical Board
More than three years ago
New Mexico Medical Board

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Locations

Lubbock Heart Hospital

Lubbock Cardiology Specialists PA4802 N Loop 289 Lubbock, TX 79416
1

Practice

Men's Health Institute LLC6616 Milwaukee Ave Ste 400 Lubbock, TX 79424
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Covenant Medical Center

    3615 19th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Covenant Hospital Plainview

    2601 Dimmitt Rd
    Plainview, TX 79072

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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