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Dr. Russel Rhea III, MD

Pediatrics*MaleAge 59

Pediatrics*

Dr. Russel Rhea III, MD is a pediatrics specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tampere School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Starr Regional Medical Center Athens and East Tennessee Children's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Russel Rhea III, MD

Practice

713 E Emory Rd Ste 103 Knoxville, TN 37938
Telehealth services available
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

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Dr. Rhea III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rhea III

2.4

49 ratings, 13 with a written review
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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
What could be improved
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Armania Ingram – Sep 23, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Heather Hensley in knoxville ,tn – Feb 26, 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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Knoxville – Dec 12, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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KC Robinson in Niota, TN – Dec 23, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Brittney in Knoxville, Tn – Nov 23, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Heather in Knoxville, TN – Nov 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Lolane in Knoxville, TN – Oct 25, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Justin in Knoxville, TN – Oct 15, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
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Knoxville, TN – Sep 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Knoxvillemama in Knoxville, TN – Aug 08, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
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LMoore in Knoxville, TN – May 17, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Knoxville, TN – Jan 30, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Russel Rhea III, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University...Read more

Specialties*

  • Pediatrics

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics

University of Tampere School of Medicine

Medical School, 1993

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    Dr. Rhea III's office is located at 713 E Emory Rd Ste 103, Knoxville, TN 37938. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office713 E Emory Rd Ste 103 Knoxville, TN 37938
    1
    Office5150 N Broadway St Knoxville, TN 37918
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Starr Regional Medical Center Athens

    1114 W Madison Ave
    Athens, TN 37303
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    View all patient feedback

    East Tennessee Children's Hospital

    2018 W Clinch Ave
    Knoxville, TN 37916

    Methodist Medical Center Of Oak Ridge

    990 Oak Ridge Tpke
    Oak Ridge, TN 37830
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

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

    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

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

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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