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Dr. Eric Cote, MD

Dr. Eric Cote, MD

Urology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Cote, MD is a urologist in Richmond, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cote has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parham Doctors' Hospital and Henrico Doctors' Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Dr. Cote is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Cote specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Cote's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cote

3.7

45 ratings, 28 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
31%
31%

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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 29, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Gwen B. – Jul 07, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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May 07, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Cote is Horrible – Apr 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Diane T – Oct 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
John A. Szeker – Apr 07, 2021
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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
Helpful
Jim Bland – Apr 07, 2021
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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
Helpful
Wilhelmenia Johnson – Apr 07, 2021
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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
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Bob and Carole – Apr 07, 2021
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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
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Lynda Grainger – Apr 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Paul Nissley – Apr 06, 2021
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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
Helpful
Apr 06, 2021
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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
Helpful
Russell Ward – Apr 06, 2021
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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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 06, 2021
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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
Helpful
J. Whitley – Apr 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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William H Walker – Jan 08, 2021
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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
Helpful
Dec 17, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Floyd Lane – Dec 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
none – Feb 28, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

I am striving for overall excellence in patient care, results, and satisfaction!  My current interests are primarily Robotic Surgery which is Minimally Invasive Surgery to include diseases of the prostate, bladder, ureteral, adrenal, kidney and more.

biography

Dr. Eric Coté has been practicing as a urologist since 1991 and also speaks French. After earning his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, he came to Richmond to complete his internship and residency at the Medical...read more
  • Urology

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Vcu Health - Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

    Internship Hospital
  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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  • English

  • French

Dr. Cote is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

      2621 Grove Ave
      Richmond, VA 23220
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      View all awards
    • Parham Doctors' Hospital

      7700 E Parham Rd
      Richmond, VA 23294
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      View all awards
    • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

      1602 Skipwith Rd
      Richmond, VA 23229
      Recipient of 54
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      View all 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

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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