Dr. Richard Torres, MD | New York, NY | Internist

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Dr. Richard Torres treats hypertension, hypertensive emergency, and pediatric hypertension, and performs home blood glucose tests, glucose tests, and heel sticks. He has practiced internal medicine for 43 years and is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital.

Dr. Torres earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital. He sees patients in New York and the Bronx, NY, and speaks English, French, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Torres 4.76 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.8

17 Ratings
43 years of experience
81 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, French, Spanish
Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital
7 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Torres' Ratings and Reviews

4.8

17 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Spent time with me: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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I see Dr. TORRES in bridgeport he is patient and kind and listens to all of my concerns he is on top of all of my health issues and addresses my every concern

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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November 23rd, 2018

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He is excellent Doctor,.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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May 7th, 2016

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Dr. Torres is a great HIV/AIDS Doctor. He is caring, knowledgeable, and committed to his patients. All his patients love him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 22nd, 2012

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Dr. Torres cares about his patients and he is the leader of the health center. He has made it grow tremendously and I am proud that he takes care of me. The patients I know also love him veruy much

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 7th, 2011

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Dr. Torres is an excellent physician who cares immensely about his patients. His speciaty is HIV medicine and he does everything in his power to help them be healthy and happy. He is also the director of hid agency that has over 100 doctors.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 7th, 2010

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Dr. Torres is an outstanding physician and even more outstanding person. Yale affiliated, he is a professor and researcher. He has recieved many awards, including Physician of the Year.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 10th, 2010

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A pillar in our community and quite simply a blessing to have treat me and my family.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Provided follow-up after the visit

Needs Improvement

Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

January 4th, 2008

Urban Health Plan

154 W 127th StNew York, NY 10027

Dr. Richard Torres

1065 Southern BlvdBronx, NY 10459

Tel: (718) 589-2440

Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sun11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Bella Vista Health Center

890 Hunts Point AveBronx, NY 10474

Tel: (718) 589-2141

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Richard Torres, MD	Dr. Brian Pinto	Dr. Andrew Fagelman, MD	Dr. Shirish Vinayak Bhatt, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (17 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.2 (26 Ratings)	4.7 (63 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience		27 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi
New York , NY	Westfield , NJ	New York , NY	Fairfield , NJ
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine		Med School: Zicklin School of Business	Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
Asthma
Check-up
Diabetes
Heartburn
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Immunization
Physical
Vaccination
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Dr. Richard Torres holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Torres' NPI number is 1871599175.

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(10)
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44 Years Exp | Newburgh, NY
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Anesthesiology
36 Years Exp | Howard Beach, NY
(19)
Dr. Isaia Avraham, MD
Infectious Disease
44 Years Exp | Brooklyn, NY
(0)
Dr. Sushil Sagar, MD
Nephrology
49 Years Exp | Bethpage, NY
(3)
Dr. Richard Amerling, MD
Nephrology
45 Years Exp | New York, NY
(3)
Dr. Vincent Steven Avila, MD
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41 Years Exp | Mineola, NY
(13)

What languages does Dr. Richard Torres speak?: Dr. Richard Torres speaks English, French, and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Torres?: You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Torres here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Richard Torres accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Richard Torres has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Richard Torres's office located?: Dr. Richard Torres's office is located at 154 W 127th St, New York, NY, 10027.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Torres affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Torres is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital.

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