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Dr. Richard Hanson, MD

Dr. Richard Hanson, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Hanson, MD is an internist in Lewiston, ME and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northern Light Mercy Hospital and Stephens Memorial Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

2 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 2 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

15 Challenger Dr Lewiston, ME 04240
Telehealth available
(207) 753-4601

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hanson specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hanson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hanson

2.0

4 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
25%
25%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
75%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
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
2 people found this helpful
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Douglas Ureche in Poland, Maine – Jan 09, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Scott in Waterford, ME – Dec 21, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Hanson, MD is an internist in Lewiston, ME and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northern Light Mercy Hospital and Stephens Memorial Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Togus VAMC15 Challenger Dr Lewiston, ME 04240
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northern Light Mercy Hospital

    175 Fore River Pkwy
    Portland, ME 04102
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    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

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Stephens Memorial Hospital

    181 Main St
    Norway, ME 04268
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

    View all awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Central Maine Medical Center

    300 Main St
    Lewiston, ME 04240

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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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