Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Martin North Health and Wellness Center, Palm City
- 3066 Southwest Martin Downs Boulevard, Palm City, FL 34990
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Residency: Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center, 2003
- Medical Education: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2000
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 2026-01-02, Dr. DeGaetano has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
621 ratings, 90 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2026
Dr Degaetano is always welcoming, goes over medications, treatments, and answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2026
Excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Response to questions were answered promptly.I have a lot of confidence in all my visits with Dr. DegaetanoAnd his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr. Degaetano is an EXCELLENT doctor. We are very fortunate to have him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr DeGeutanos office excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr D is always on time, listens to my concerns and offers assistance.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
The best Doctor I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr. DeGaetano always is excellent in every regard, as well as being extremely pleasant and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
The nursing staff and doctor are exceptional as usual.As is the front desk they represent Cleveland well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr DeGateano is awesome. Personable, always takes me on time & listens well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr Daegaetano does an incredible job keeping me healthy/
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr Degaetano is an excellent physician with my personal care being his top priority when I am with him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr. DeGaetano is great listen answers all questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Great Dr. Good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr D office is very efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Doctor a super person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Great doctor and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Love Dr. DeGeatano, he is so professional and knowledgeable. I trust him a lot.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr DeGaetno is the best doctor I've every had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
I Love Richard DeGaetano MD!!! AWESOME DOCTOR
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr DeGaetano is the best! So knowledgeable and communicative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
I always have a very good experience with office visits to Dr. Degaetano. The Dr Degaetano and his staff are always professional and courteous. Dr. Degaetano listens to my concerns and explains my options in ways I can understand them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
This Dr. Is the best Dr I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr. DeGaetano listens and provides feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
This has been my best experience with the primary care doctore. And his staff is excellent as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr D is the BEST
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr Deagatano s the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr D and staff are the best, I never feel rushed during a visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Excellent physician and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Love Dr D.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. DeGaetano is a good listener and made some good common sense recommendations to me, explained thoughtfully. I would recommend him highly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr Daegatano is alway very professional as well as personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. DeGaetano was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr DeGaetano is an excellent and caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Had a very nice visit with Dr. D. He always gives me things to think about regarding my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Excellent, start finish,as always. Sherry and Dr DeGaetano are an excellent team!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. DeGaetano is always thorough, kind and patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
As ALWAYS, Dr. Degaetano is the personification of what a doctor should be, and is expected to be.He is the best- thorough, caring, knowledgeable,Kind and respective. Always makes patient feel like he/she is the only patient he has. On a scale of. 1 - 10- he deserves a 10_+
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr DeGaetano is great!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Prompt, friendly, and through care. We feel it is pleasure and a gift to us to have Dr. Degantano and his staff for our medical needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr. DeGaetano is amazing! He's prompt, professional, kind and compassionate. All that you would want in a health care provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Dr De Gaetano is great!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
I trust Dr DeGaetano with my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr DiGaetano is the BEST. KNOWLEDGEABLE, informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr DeGaetano is always friendly, knowledgeable and listened and answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Staff and Doctor were great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Dr Degaetano was amazing in his patience and caring demeanor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Great doctor listens and answers all questions so you can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. DeGaetano does a very good job of listening he also is very fast in returning emails.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr D was very good. He is patient and knowledgeable about alot of subjects. Spent time with me to converse with my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Great experience as always! Dr. D and his team make it such a pleasure to go to the doctor!, In and out with knowledgeable people that care .. Which gives me confidence as a patient. Thankful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Good experience. De Richard DeGaetano is not just an excellent doctor, he's a friend. I always appreciate his professionalism and candor during every appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr d is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
I have a very good experience with Dr.DeGaetano I had a very good experience!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Great doctor visit! Dr. Richard DeGaetano is not just an excellent doctor, he's a friend. I always appreciate his professionalism and candor during every appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr DeGaetano is an excellent physician and a very kind human being
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
There is never enough time to discuss anything with the doctor. Always rushed out. This time he was walking to the door.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr DeGaetano is wonderful! Knowledgeable,understanding,and works to make me a healthier patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Great provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr DeGaetano is on of the BEST primary care docs I have ever had. I am so fortunate to be a patient of his - he is so knowledgeable and approachable- great communicator
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr D is top notch!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Always feel good to see dr Degaetano
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr D always addresses my concerns and try's fine solutions gives me the time need
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr D always addresses my concerns very thorough his clinical staff the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Very comfortable with the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Dr. D is first class. And so is his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Care Provider: As with the nurse/assistant, I had no problems requiring substantive medical discussion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Doctor and nurse leave one with a good feeling.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. DeGaetano is everything I could ask for in a PCP. Knowledgeable, caring, honest, professional, thorough and thinks outside the box, when necessary. I always feel as if I'm in the most capable care, and I appreciate that he considers my input, as I am an active participant in my own healthcare.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Great experience from the front desk girl Britney and Dr. G
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Excellent doctor. Always on time! Great personality and answers all questions thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
I love the doctor. He is very knowledgeable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
I recommend Dr Degaetano all the time. He is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. DeGaetano and his staff are excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr. D. Is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr D is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
I am very happy that I am one of Dr. DeGaetano's patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
I've been coming to Dr DeGaetano for several years. I feel we have a relationship and I would rate him very high.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Fabulous physician. Knows me; knows my conditions and is always ready to discuss and help his patients deal with their health care issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr D is the best. Always answers all questions and gives the best healthcare!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr. D. Is a superior advocate for my continued good health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Never have a problem making an appointment with Dr. DeGaetano
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr. Degaetano always listens carefully and provides answers to my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
The doctor is always on time and I never feel rushed when I'm with him. He listens to all my concerns and offers me help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr Degaetano is an excellent Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr Degaetano is a great doctor and he cares for his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr DeGaetano and Nurse Sheryl are a treasure. They are very professional, knowledgeable, personable and kind. I am fortunate to have them as my primary providers.