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Dr. Peter B Rintels M.D., Hematologist (Blood Specialist)
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Dr. Peter B Rintels M.D.

Hematologist (Blood Specialist) | Hematology

4/5(20)
1220 Pontiac Ave Suite 101 Cranston RI, 02920
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4/5

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Dr. Peter Rintels is a hematology internist practicing in Cranston, RI. Dr. Rintels specializes in cases of suspected blood disorders when a diagnosis is unclear and further medical care is needed. Hematology internists work with other specialists such as surgeons, radiation therapists and gynecologists in order to get a better understanding on the cases. Often, patients are asked to participate in clinical research that could result in more efficient treatment methods.

Education and Training

Harvard Medical School 1983

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Leukemia
  • Extra Corporeal Shockwave Therapy

Dr. Peter B Rintels M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1220 Pontiac Ave Suite 101

1220 Pontiac Ave Suite 101 -
Cranston, RI 02920
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New patients: 401-943-4660
Fax: 401-943-0240

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Dr. Peter B Rintels M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 20 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Hematologist (Blood Specialist) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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