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Dr. Robert Risica, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Robert Risica, MD
2.3 (22 Ratings)

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Dr. Robert Risica, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Wakefield, RI.
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Dr. Robert Risica, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 63
Wakefield, RI
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Robert Risica, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Wakefield, RI.

About

Dr. Risica graduated from PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ABINGTON-OGONTZ CAMPUS. Dr. Robert Risica, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Wakefield, RI and has 36 years experience. Dr. Risica currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Newport Hospital, South County Hospital and Kent County Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Risica received an average rating of 2.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Dr. Risica's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Risica also speaks Spanish. Dr. Risica is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
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Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Mixed Hearing Loss
Salivary Gland Cancer
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
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Bell's Palsy
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Broken Nose
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
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Enlarged Turbinates
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Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Geographic Tongue
Head and Neck Cancer
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Headache
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Hyperacusis
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
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Meniere's Disease
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Nasal Polyp
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Otitis Media
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Sinusitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
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Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
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Thyroid Cancer
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Tongue Cancer
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Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adenoidectomy
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Ear Tube Placement
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lip, Excision or Resection
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Oral Cancer Screening
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sleep Study
Thyroid Scan
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 University Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Inc.
    116 Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 782-4400
  2. 2 Univ. Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Inc.
    830 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02905
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 885-8484
  3. 3 Meeting Street Rehab Center for Adults
    1351 S County Trl, East Greenwich, RI 02818
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 885-8484
  4. 4 Ent. and Allergy Inc.
    3520 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (401) 921-5800

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2.3
Based on 22 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (14)

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Feb 09, 2024
He was very kind, listened to my daughter’s concerns and explained everything very well
— Feb 09, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

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  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ABINGTON-OGONTZ CAMPUS
    1988
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Board Certifications

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  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Risica, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Risica's profile.

Dr. Robert Risica, MD is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Newport Hospital, South County Hospital and Kent County Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Risica, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Rhode Island Hospital

    593 Eddy St, Providence, RI

  • The Miriam Hospital

    164 Summit Ave, Providence, RI

  • Newport Hospital

    11 Friendship St, Newport, RI

  • South County Hospital

    100 Kenyon Ave, Wakefield, RI

  • Kent County Memorial Hospital

    455 Toll Gate Rd, Warwick, RI