Dr. Robert H. Rifkin, MD | Saint Louis, MO | Psychiatry

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3.7

54 Ratings
43 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Virginia Health System
17 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
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Have seen Dr Rifkin for 25 years even travelled back to STL to see him when we got transferred out of town for 7 years! King, compassionate, caring, never rushed. Has been so great about getting all the meds just right to keep me going at my very best

February 12th, 2020

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Dr. Rifkin is a doctor that dispenses medicine. I've been going to him for many years. If you need or want therapy he will refer you to a therapist.

July 30th, 2019

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Been a patient for 2 years. Was the first one to have an appointment and accept my insurance and I needed refills on my medications. Every visit is spent going over irrelevant facts previously discussed and glossing over VERY BIG things like suicidal ideation, hypersomnia, the fact that my depression medications are not working...his response, to go to bed early...I already sleep 12 hours. Maybe it's "sleep apnea". No. It's untreated depression! I have no motivation, I am crying, I am telling you the other thousand stressors in my life including the death of my best friend last month...as he walked me to the door to make an appt in four months...Won't be there in 4 months. Borderline malpractice.

May 22nd, 2019

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Dr. Rifkin has been my doctor for 16+ yrs. He is very patient and always spends some time checking in on how my life is going since my last visit. He is very open to listening and discussing alternative options where meds are concerned. I feel very comfortable talking to him and trust him completely.

April 26th, 2019

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Got my med combo right. My depression is almost non existant and I'm not angry anymore. Great dr. Very kind.

April 9th, 2019

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Been going for years because of medication makes it necessary. Learn something new every time I see him. ??

January 8th, 2019

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Doesn't really care as he is seeing you. Just goes through the motions. Also money hungry. He charged me for a missed appointment. Won't be back and don't recommend him.

September 7th, 2018

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this doctor just wants to push meds and does NOT listen. He left me hanging with a flippant answer when I was desperate.

April 17th, 2017

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I would highly recommend Dr. Rifkin.

August 28th, 2015

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I've seen Dr. Rifkin since 1993. He's an excellent doctor. He is calm, kind and very competent. I disagree with the negative opinions expressed here. I have not experienced any of the below-mentioned difficulties. He's more than competent. I believe he saved my life.

March 16th, 2015

Greenbrook TMS of Creve Coeur

11477 Olde Cabin Rd Ste 210Saint Louis, MO 63141

Tel: (314) 997-5208

Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Saint Lukes Hospital

232 S Woods Mill RdChesterfield, MO 63017

Tel: (314) 434-1500

Greenbrook Tms Neurohealth Centers Chesterfield

16091 Swingley Ridge Rd Ste 100Chesterfield, MO 63017

Tel: (855) 940-4867

Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Saint Lukes Hospital

232 S Woods Mill Rd Ste 330EChesterfield, MO 63017

Barnes Jewish West County Hospital

12634 Olive BlvdCreve Coeur, MO 63141

Tel: (314) 996-8000


Dr. Robert Howard Rifkin, MD	Dr. Ruben Mendez, MD	Dr. Geoffrey Sinner, MD	Dr. Tiffany Abtahi, MD
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (54 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.8 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Saint Louis , MO	Saint Louis , MO	Jacksonville , FL	Saint Louis , MO
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston	Med School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine	Med School: Universidad Autnoma de Guadalajara
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Critical Care Medicine
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sleep Disorders

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Virginia Health System

Medical School

University Of Missouri Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Rifkin affiliated with?: Dr. Robert Rifkin is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis, Barnes Jewish West County Hospital, and SAINT LUKES HOSPITAL.
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Where is Dr. Robert Rifkin's office located?: Dr. Robert Rifkin's office is located at 11477 Olde Cabin Rd Ste 210, Saint Louis, MO, 63141.

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