Ronald Rapoport MD
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About Ronald Rapoport MD
Dr. Rapoport earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and will see patients at 1030 President Avenue in Fall River.
His main areas of focus include the various arthritides such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, lupus, ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis as well as osteoporosis. He was an intern and junior resident at Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center. He completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in rheumatology at The Medical College of Wisconsin.
Dr. Rapoport is a fellow of the American College of Rheumatology. He is a member the National Osteoporosis Foundation, and the Fall River Medical Society. His past publications have focused on the management of acute pain, and the treatment of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
He is a diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners and of ABIM (subspecialty of rheumatology), and a certified clinical densitometrist.
Locations
235 Hanover Street
Ground Floor
Fall River, MA
02720
Ground Floor
Fall River, MA
02720
Insurance
Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.
Ratings & Reviews
At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.
Patient Comments (43)
Getting an appointment with this office that i was referred to for my diagnosis osteoporosis was over 3 months craziness I ask to be put on cancellation list which was unconvincing the staff . I call even on the day of my appointment was told no. I seen the doctor and he stated there was opening and he took me in 30 minutes early ! Great doctor
Hi, the provider was very courteous, respectful, kind and understanding, very informative about any questions that I had in regards to visiting the doctor, rheumatology physician in regards to my ailments that I have been going through. I do appreciate everybody was very welcoming, guided me right through to where I had to be, and I felt very comfortable and I would recommend this facility and the physician to anyone that would need to see someone in radiology. So thank you very much.
From start to finish the care was wonderful. Thank you!
The support staff in the Portsouth office is professional and very pleasant.
Everything was clearly explained. The provider, office staff and laboratory attendants were all extremely courteous and caring.
Dr. Rapoport carefully considered the best treatment for my RA. He listens to my health concerns and always encourages me to call or text his office if I have questions between appointments.
Very nice office and staff
Very impressed with overall care from SC. Dr Rapoport was knowledgeable, professional and supportive. I trust him.
Dr Rapoport is friendly, kind, patient centered and a great listener. He lets the patient drive the care and interventions and listens carefully to what the patient wants.
You can't better it, I understood everything the dr said, it was on time, and he listens to everything I said and answered all my questions Very good !!!
Very empathetic and pleasant approach to patient.Also, very knowledgeable.
Dr. Rap is always professional, personable, and up to date on all of my conditions. He always provides excellent suggestions for my improvement.
Doctor very knowledgeable about caring for my wellbeing.
Dr. Rappoport took his time asking questions, doing a physical exam and answering any questions. He worked with me like we were partners in my treatment. He let me know I could contact him with any further questions or issues. He had a great bedside manner.
This was my first visit with Dr. Rapoport. I was very impressed that team members are friendly, helpful, courteous and efficient. I was very thankful that Dr. Rapoport knew my history took the "time" to explain my prior history of my bone density tests to current diagnoses, and our plan of care. I have hope! As far as improving my experience? Just keep up the good teamwork, and COMMUNICATION!
I couldn't ask for any better.
I love that Dr Rap always listens and validates what I'm saying and offers multiple options for how I want to see my treatment go
As I was not feeling well, fighting a cold, telehealth allowed me to keep this appointment. As always, Dr. Rapoport was professional and up to date in what I needed.
Was met in a timely manner and was treated with kindness and courtesy
Everything was efficient. My appointment was on time. The doctor knew everything about me and gave me good advice and I was very happy with the visit. Thank you.
Dr. Rapoport and office staff were knowledgeable, efficient and professional.
Dr. R.was very interested in hearing me discuss mymost recent medical issue, severe arthritis in bothshoulders and current treatment for same. He listens, makes suggestions and carefullyprescribes medications when needed.The office runs ontime and the staff is polite,friendly and efficient.
Dr rapoport was engaging, thorough, went above and beyond last ruemtoligist I saw a few years ago. I would and will highly recommend him.
The staff is very friendly and professional. Dr. Rapoport never rushes me and explains everything very well for me to understand. He is always up-to-date on all my medical history and information and treatment plans. I always leave his office, feeling relieved and not anxious. I highly recommend him to anyone. He is very professional and thorough.
Dr Rappaport was great. Very nice, listened to all my complaints and included my input for his recorded notes. I feel confident in his advice.
Dr Rapoport was kind, courteous and knowledgable.
Dr Rapaport is excellent in reviewing my records and helping me make a healthcare plan going forward. I really appreciate him.
Always a good experience to see Dr. Rapoport. Always has good information and listens carefully.
Everything Excellent
Very knowledgeable and helpful with caring remarks
I love this Dr he explains everything so clearly and answers all your questions before you leave. That were all wonderful to me.
Provider was compassionate and knowledgeable.
Went in there feeling anxious and left feeling relieved with a clear knowledge of a path forward. Grateful.
Could not ask for anything better We are very impressed with the dr and his staff
The doctor was a very good listener and he explained everything
Understands what I am dealing with and knows how to treat. Sympathetic to the issues a true advocate for the patient
Dr Rapoport is very personable explains everything in detail to make sure you know exactly what's going on I highly recommend them to anybody that needs a rheumatologist.
I have had a year of many specialist after being heathy for most of my life. The staff at Southcoast across the board has been very supportive and knowledgeable from the front desk up to the physicians and NPs. Please keep up the good work. This is from a RN OF 37 years.
Checkin friendly and efficient, doctor's assistant wonderful, and Dr. Rapoport one of the top providers I've ever seen in my life. Knowledgeable, friendly, listened respectfully, knew my history and funny and charming to boot. Luckily, I won't need his services in the future, but he's one of the best.
Dr. Rapport was great; I had never met with him before and he was very patient and helpful.
Excellent experience from start to finish. I really have no improvement suggestions. Not a big fan of going to the doctors as the result of my initial blood pressure checks will show you. This was not the case this time as I truly felt relaxed and at ease because of Doctor and staff. Thank you.
Doctor actually took time to explain everything and made sure I understood everything
All staff were. Efficient, professional and cordialwhich made for a very comfortable visit.Reviewing and discussing my medical issue withDr. RAPOPORT was very important. I appreciatehis understanding of my continuing problem.