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Dr. Prabhakar Tipirneni, MD

Dr. Prabhakar Tipirneni, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Prabhakar Tipirneni, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Wakefield, RI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tipirneni has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / RANGARAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities South County Hospital and Kent County Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

24 Salt Pond Rd Ste H2 Wakefield, RI 02879
Telehealth available
(401) 789-0227

Dr. Tipirneni is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Tipirneni's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tipirneni

4.1
23 ratings, 6 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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1 star
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Exceptional knowledge, skill and professionalism
Dr. Tiperneni has had to remove polyps from my sinus cavities twice in 4 years. You couldn't wish for better hands. His knowledge, experience and skills are second to none. I'd recommend him without a moment's hesitation
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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KEITH BOYD – May 03, 2022
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ugh - subjected to long diatribe about why people should not get covid-vax. Citing of Fox news!! Used anecdote to claim evidence for his position: Pretty lame scientifically. Spent little time on advice for my condition. Has a bias that all my symptoms stem from a problem reported years ago - and dismisses - doesn't even know if it is still a problem. Altogether unsatisfactory. May be a good surgeon but not happy with his poor reasoning about covid and lack of attention to my issues.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Covid anti-vaxer; brings biases to diagnosis – Aug 03, 2021
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Wonderful doctor who truly cares about your wellbeing. He takes the time to speak to not only the patient, but their loved ones as well, if given permission. He always returns calls in a timely manner and his office staff are friendly and eager to help with whatever they can.
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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Jordan in East Greenwich, RI – Dec 14, 2016
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Fantastic and patient! Great beside manner...caring and thorough!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Warwick, RI – Jul 13, 2016
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Obnoxious wait times. Currently changing ENT's as we speak. Staff is absolutely horrible and not alert or concerned with anything. Waiting room is old, no tv and uncomfortable. Other than the Doc, it's not even worth going.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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RD in Rhode Island – Apr 27, 2016
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Accurate diagnosis. Clearly explained options. Quickly scheduled surgery and post surgery treatment. Good listener. Friendly, likable, good sense of humor.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Steve jd in Wakefield, RI – Mar 21, 2016
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Dr. Prabhakar Tipirneni, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Wakefield, RI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tipirneni has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Of Health Sciences / Rangaraya Medical College

    Medical School, 1975
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Dr. Tipirneni is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    P. R. Tipirneni M.D. Inc.24 Salt Pond Rd Ste H2 Wakefield, RI 02879
    1
    West Bay Medical Group Inc215 Toll Gate Rd Ste 303 Warwick, RI 02886
    2

    Practice

    South County Hospital dba Silver Spring Healthcare Management Inc.100 Kenyon Ave Wakefield, RI 02879
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • South County Hospital

      100 Kenyon Ave
      Wakefield, RI 02879
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      93%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      9% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Kent County Memorial Hospital

      455 Toll Gate Rd
      Warwick, RI 02886

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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