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Dr. Joel Rister, MD

Dr. Joel Rister, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Rister, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Waco, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas at Dallas in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest and Ascension Providence Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

2501 Ambassador Dr Waco, TX 76712
Telehealth available
(254) 752-4395

Dr. Rister is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Rister's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rister

4.2

21 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
14%
14%

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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
2 people found this helpful
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Waco, TX – Nov 15, 2017
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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
Helpful
Tiffany in Peoria, IL – Nov 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Rister, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Waco, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas at Dallas in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical...read more

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Texas At Dallas

    Medical School, 1982
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Dr. Rister is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    OB/GYN Associates of Waco P.A.2501 Ambassador Dr Waco, TX 76712
    1

    Practice

    Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Waco, TX 76712
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest

      100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd
      Waco, TX 76712
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Ascension Providence Hospital

      6901 Medical Pkwy
      Waco, TX 76712
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ (2021)

      Superior clinical outcomes in gynecological surgery

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

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

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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