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Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD

Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD is a gastroenterologist in Darby, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1501 Lansdowne Ave Darby, PA 19023
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(610) 534-6270

Dr. Amaral is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Amaral specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • 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.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Amaral's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Amaral

4.8

19 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Qw – Aug 06, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Heather Clarke in Philadelphia, PA – Nov 07, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Irvin B Ricketts in Philadelphia , PA – Nov 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sylvia in Philadelphia , PA – Sep 13, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
Darron – Aug 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Martin Jones in Philadelphia, PA – Aug 11, 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
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Lorraine Basciano in Philadelphia, PA – Jul 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 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
Helpful
Ben Salvatore in Philadelphia, PA – Aug 14, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 04, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rafael Amaral, MD is a gastroenterologist in Darby, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Gastroenterology

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

  • Hershey Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Mercy Catholic Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Amaral is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Mercy Medical Associates at Darby1501 Lansdowne Ave Darby, PA 19023
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    Practice

    Mercy Catholic Medical Center of Southeastern PA1500 Lansdowne Ave Darby, PA 19023
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital

      1500 Lansdowne Ave
      Darby, PA 19023

      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

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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