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Dr. Maria Rizo, MD

Dr. Maria Rizo, MD

Pediatrics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Maria Rizo, MD is a pediatrician in Port Saint Lucie, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Metropolitan State University in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital and HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

437 SW Bethany Dr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
Telehealth available

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Dr. Rizo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rizo

2.8

26 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
38%
38%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
46%
46%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Concerned parent. – Jul 31, 2024
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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
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Jun 18, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
15 people found this helpful
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samantha in Port Saint Lucie, FL – Apr 01, 2016
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Dr. Maria Rizo, MD is a pediatrician in Port Saint Lucie, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Metropolitan State University in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida St. Lucie...read more
  • Pediatrics

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  • Metropolitan State University

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office437 SW Bethany Dr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital

    200 SE Hospital Ave
    Stuart, FL 34994
    Recipient of 4
    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

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

    1700 S 23rd St
    Fort Pierce, FL 34950
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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