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Dr. Richard Handler, MD

Dr. Richard Handler, MD

Nephrology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Handler, MD is a nephrologist in Vero Beach, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1996. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

2150 45th St Unit 102 Vero Beach, FL 32967
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Handler specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Handler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Handler

4.6
9 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 star
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Very Accomadating
Dr Handler listened to my issues, reviewed all my labs & visits with other doctors. He discussed his concerns and thoughts. He developed our plan was and a follow up to review new labs and an ultra sound.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Ben J – Jan 18, 2023
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Excellent doctor
I've been seeing Dr. Handler for years. He helped with my diagnosis of a rare disease and with one procedure corrected the issue. When I moved my mother here, she suffered from severe edema and no one could get it under control. He was able to stabilize her edema. Dr. Handler is a great doctor and I trust him completely. Very happy he practices in our town.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Laura Lucas – Jan 03, 2023
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I am so grateful to Dr. Handler for figuring out what was wrong with me when multiple physicians in the past did not. It turned out that I had a genetic disorder that was causing a multitude of problems. Other doctors just looked at one thing at a time. Dr. Handler took the time to look at the whole list of problems, did some testing that revealed the genetic disorder causing all of the problems. Now, finally, after years of issues, Dr. Handler has diagnosed the underlying problem and follows up routinely to help keep the related issues under control.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2022
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I had a perfect Experience!! I didn't have to wait and Dr Handler came in just as the nurse left the room. Dr. Handler was very professional and very caring about my issues . Dr Handler listened very well and is very knowledgeable and completely diagnosed all my issues. I never felt in a rush and forgot all my questions. I would recommend and completely trust the whole staff without a doubt!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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SM – Nov 17, 2021
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Dr Handler is a terrible doctor. He misdiagnosed me during an emergency hospital stay, and wouldn't admit he was wrong. Do not ever use him. Besides misdiagnosing me he ordered procedures that were unnecessary, and in doing so added ten thousand dollars to a short hospital stay.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Vero Beach, FL – Jul 28, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Handler, MD is a nephrologist in Vero Beach, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University in 1996. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Nephrology

  • Internal 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.

  • University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • University Of Florida-gainesville

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • Washington University

    Medical School, 1996
  • Binghamton University

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Indian River Dialysis Center2150 45th St Unit 102 Vero Beach, FL 32967
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

    1000 36th St
    Vero Beach, FL 32960
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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