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Dr. Thomas Whalen, DO

Dr. Thomas Whalen, DO

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Whalen, DO is a rheumatologist in Havertown, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities BRYN Mawr Hospital and Delaware County Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

117 N Eagle Rd Havertown, PA 19083
(610) 446-4409

Dr. Whalen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Whalen specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Whalen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whalen

4.4

30 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
13%
13%

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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
Darlene – Oct 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle F. in Conshohocken, PA – May 06, 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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denise Watson in Blue Bell, PA – Jun 21, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 16, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Paul Marshall in Phoenixville, PA – Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Whalen, DO is a rheumatologist in Havertown, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities BRYN Mawr Hospital and Delaware County Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Rheumatology

  • Occupational 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.

  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Internal Medicine†
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Rheumatology†
†Self designated 
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Dr. Whalen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Rheumatology Consultants117 N Eagle Rd Havertown, PA 19083
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • BRYN Mawr Hospital

      130 S Bryn Mawr Ave
      Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
      Recipient of 17
      hospital awards

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

      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

      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

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

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

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Delaware County Memorial Hospital

      501 N Lansdowne Ave
      Drexel Hill, PA 19026

      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
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