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Dr. Scott Rickert, MD

Dr. Scott Rickert, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Rickert, MD is a pediatric otolaryngologist in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Phelps Hospital and Staten Island University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 66 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (66 reviews)

Practice

240 E 38th St New York, NY 10016
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rickert specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. 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 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Rickert's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rickert

4.7

66 ratings, 30 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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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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Dec 13, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Adult – Dec 05, 2024
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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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Dec 05, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Oct 18, 2023
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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
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JFeldman – Sep 13, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2022
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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
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Eleanor Gibson – May 24, 2022
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What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Samstag – Jul 06, 2021
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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
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Jul 06, 2021
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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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Nov 10, 2020
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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
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Demet Evren – Jul 10, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Eliza Hittman – Aug 30, 2019
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What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 29, 2019
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What could be improved
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Apr 12, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Jackie in Verona, NJ – Sep 26, 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
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May 22, 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
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Abby Richardson in long island city – Mar 14, 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
1 person found this helpful
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New York, NY – Jun 22, 2017
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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
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Brooklyn, NY – Mar 31, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
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New York, NY – Mar 21, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Scott Rickert, MD is a pediatric otolaryngologist in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2004. He is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

  • Craniofacial Surgery

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

  • Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • New York Center For Voice And Swallowing Disorders

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital (cornell/columbia)

    Residency Hospital, 2009
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Presbyterian Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 2004
  • Yale University

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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  • English

  • French

  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

Nyu240 E 38th St New York, NY 10016
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Office160 E 32nd St Fl L3 New York, NY 10016
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Practice

3

Practice

Nyc Health Hospitals Bellevue462 1st Ave New York, NY 10016
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Phelps Hospital

    701 N Broadway
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue

    462 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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