Summary

Dr. Bjorn Ringstad is an internal medicine physician with over five decades of medical practice experience. He earned his medical degree from Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet and completed his residency at Hospital of Saint Raphael. His extensive background in internal medicine allows him to provide comprehensive primary care for adult patients. Dr. Ringstad speaks both Chinese and English, helping him serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Ringstad practices at Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus and sees patients at locations in Wallingford and North Haven, Connecticut. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies that require immediate attention. His practice includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and metabolic panels to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 53 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English
  • Hospital Of Saint Raphael
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Bjorn Ringstad has 2 locations

Wallingford Family Practice

950 Yale AveWallingford, CT 06492
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Village Medical Associates

12 Village St Ste 5North Haven, CT 06473
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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53 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
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Med School: Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas Med School: Regis College Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bjorn Ringstad

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CarePartners of Connecticut
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • HUSKY Health
  • HUSKY Health - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - PPO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bjorn Ringstad has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bjorn Ringstad has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Diabetes
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Pneumonia
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Dr. Bjorn Ringstad holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital Of Saint Raphael.

Medical School

Graduated from Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Ringstad's NPI number is 1699707448.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Bjorn Ringstad accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Bjorn Ringstad accept my insurance?
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Dr. Bjorn Ringstad has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bjorn Ringstad affiliated with?
Dr. Bjorn Ringstad is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus.

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