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Dr. Colleen Parent, MD

Dr. Colleen Parent, MD

Family Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Colleen Parent, MD is a family medicine physician in Rensselaer, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Albany Medical Center Hospital and Samaritan Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

2 Empire Dr Ste 100 Rensselaer, NY 12144
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Parent specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Family Practice. 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.
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. See hospitals
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Dr. Parent's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parent

3.9

15 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
27%
27%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Best Physician EVER – Jun 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 28, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Martha M. – Jan 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 people found this helpful
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Rachel – Sep 16, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Laurence Slack in Albany, NY – Aug 15, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 16, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Jesse et. al. in NY – Feb 20, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I view my job as to provide information, recommendations and treat illness but in the end the choices my patients make are there's. I enjoy getting to know my patients and their families.

biography

Family medicine, seeing all ages. Especially enjoy adolescence and behavioral health.
  • Family 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.

  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
Addiction Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Samaritan Hospital of Troy New York2 Empire Dr Ste 100 Rensselaer, NY 12144
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 7:00pm
    • Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Council of Schenectady County Inc.728 State St Schenectady, NY 12307
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Practice

St. Peter's Internal Medicine-4 Palisades Suite 1504 Palisades Dr Ste 150 Albany, NY 12205
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Samaritan Hospital

    2215 Burdett Ave
    Troy, NY 12180
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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