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Dr. Richard Gold, MD

Dr. Richard Gold, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Gold, MD is an internist in Smithtown, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mather Hospital and St Charles Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Smithtown Medical Specialists

215 E Main St Smithtown, NY 11787
Telehealth available
(631) 265-5858

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gold specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Gold's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gold

4.1
20 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
15%
15%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
15%
15%

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As soon as my husband and I got COVID Dr. Gold prescribed just the right medicine. He is very caring.
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 30, 2024
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Dr. Gold is crooked and not a good dr
He should have zero stars. I would not recommend him. When i first went to dr gold, they said he was in network, and no one told me that he opted out of the network. That caused me to be billed out of network. Yet they took my insurance card and made a copy. Later i was shocked by the bill. After all that, I asked him if he was in network and could not get an answer! I was actually told to hold on while someone looked it up. When they got back on the phone, they said they didn’t know if he was in network. I kid you not. They’re still harassing me for the money.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 24, 2024
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Outstanding
I've been going to Dr. Gold for the past 15 years since I move to this neighborhood. The level of personalized care I receive is unmatched. Dr Gold remembers details from previous visits, which really shows his commitment to my health and wellbeing. He takes the time to listen to all my concerns, no matter how small, and explain things in a way that's easy to understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2024
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Very thorough
I’ve been seeing him for 20 years. He is very thorough and got me through my type 2 diabetes. Now I am off all diabetics meds
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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AllanIsKing – Apr 05, 2023
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He has been my PCP for 20 years. He is friendly, thorough, and very qualified. His staff and NP are also excellent.
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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May 20, 2022
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Been a patient for years, Dr. Gold is very knowledgeable and friendly and takes the time with his patients even on the days that the office is crowded. Office staff is very nice and polite, you may have to wait but it is worth it to have a Doctor that cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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G.G. in Brentwood, NY – Dec 13, 2016
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I cannot say enough about Dr. Gold and the other doctor's in this practice. The office staff are always happy, smiling, caring and accommodating. Dr. Gold, Dr. Gupta, and Dr. Lerner are so knowledgeable and caring. I truly am so happy with the doctors at the practice, especially recently. Not only are the doctors at this practice above and beyond the epitome of expertise, but also, and importantly, extremely personable. You are not just a number, Patty (the office manager) is the nicest most
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
Helpful
Elana G in Dix Hills, NY – Mar 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Weve been wrong about what our job is in medicine. We think our job is to ensure health and survival. But really it is larger than that. It is to enable well-being. - Atul Gawande, MD

Dr. Richard Gold has been a practicing primary...read more

biography

Education

Medical School: New York Medical College (New York)

Internship: Stony Brook University Hospital (New York)

Residency: Stony Brook University Hospital (New York)Advanced Degree

Medical...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Smithtown Medical Specialists

Smithtown Medical Specialists PC215 E Main St Smithtown, NY 11787
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 9:00pm
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 8:00am - 7:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 6:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pm
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

St James Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center275 Moriches Rd Saint James, NY 11780
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mather Hospital

    75 N Country Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St Charles Hospital

    200 Belle Terre Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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