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Dr. William Cox, MD

Dr. William Cox, MD

Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. William Cox, MD is a psychiatrist in Albany, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Samaritan Hospital and Saratoga Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

10 McKown Rd Ste 102 Albany, NY 12203
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cox specializes in the area of Psychiatry. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Cox's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cox

2.4

25 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
32%
32%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
12%
12%
1 Star
56%
56%

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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
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Greg Beecher – Mar 29, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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AJ – Oct 25, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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RICHARD WERNER – Jan 07, 2022
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Sarah J Mataraza – Jul 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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May 07, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 14, 2019
Dr. Cox's Reply –
I very much appreciate the positive review.
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jane Doe – Jul 20, 2019
Dr. Cox's Reply –
Your review is greatly appreciated.
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
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Albany, NY – Dec 18, 2018
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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
13 people found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 06, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dryden, NY – Sep 25, 2017
Thank you for the kind review. (I know who you...Read More
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What went well
  • 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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Guilderland, NY – Aug 07, 2017
I am gratified to know that I have helped. And...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
14 people found this helpful
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Albany, NY – Jun 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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Saratoga Springs, NY – Apr 04, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
24 people found this helpful
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A. Empath in Albany, NY – Jun 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
24 people found this helpful
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New York, NY – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Cox prioritizes balanced treatment, integrating both psychotherapy (face-to-face therapy) and medication management into daily practice.  Patients are routinely given a full hour for an intake, and at least half an hour for follow-up visits (only if stable and mainly medication-focused).

biography

Dr. Cox treats adult (ages 18 and up) psychiatric patients spanning a wide array of specific disorders.
  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Bridgewater Hosp/harvard Med School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • University Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Pinnacle Behavioral Health Ipa PLLC10 McKown Rd Ste 102 Albany, NY 12203
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St
    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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    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

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St Peter's Hospital

    315 S Manning Blvd
    Albany, NY 12208
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Samaritan Hospital

    2215 Burdett Ave
    Troy, NY 12180
    Recipient of 2
    hospital 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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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