Dr. Joel Rister, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology*•Male•Age 67
Obstetrics & Gynecology*
Dr. Joel Rister, MD is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Waco, TX and has over 41 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas at Dallas in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest and Ascension Providence. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Dr. Rister is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
Discounts on top medications
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Dr. Rister's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rister
4.2
5 Star | 71% | 71% |
4 Star | 10% | 10% |
3 Star | 0% | 0% |
2 Star | 5% | 5% |
1 Star | 14% | 14% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Rister to family and friends is 4.1904764 out of 5
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Specialties*
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
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University of Texas at Dallas
Medical School, 1982
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Please call the office to learn more. (254) 752-4395
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Dr. Rister's office is located at 2501 Ambassador Dr, Waco, TX 76712. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)
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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5% higher than the national average
6% higher than the national average
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Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ (2021)
Superior clinical outcomes in gynecological surgery
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
4% higher than the national average
4% higher than the national average
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