Have nothing but acolytes in Dr. Ritzo’s health care. He is meticulous in his approach to medicine and studying a patient’s medical history. Easy to talk to, efficient, punctual, & has a trained office staff.
Dale J. Ritzo, MD
San Mateo, CA 94401 Get Directions

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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
Dr. Ritzo's Credentials
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
San Diego, CA
1983-1985
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
San Diego, CA
1982-1983
University of Southern California, School of Medicine
Los Angeles, CA
Doctorate of Medicine 1982
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1978
- Chairman 1993-1994
- Executive Committee Member 2013-2015
San Mateo County Medical Society
Phi Beta Kappa
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Ritzo
Dr. Ritzo has been my primary physician for over 25 years. I just completed my annual wellness check up, a complete physical. Dr. Ritzo explains each step and what to be on the look out for. Additionally there is a complete written revue which I can also refer to. He is always available to take care of any pending issues throughout the year, whenever I need him. It gives me a great deal of… See more
Dr.Ritzo is the absolute best. He,s a caring, understanding, compassionateiDoctor. Always with the correct diagnosis. He takes the time to listen to what you have to say, never rushing through your appointment. He always answers a phone call or e mail the same day of your message. So thankful he is our family Doctor.
Dr. Ritzo was constantly available on my recent trip to the ER and followed through on all my questions - thanks aren't nearly enough.
When Dr. Ritzo decided to become a MDVIP provider he invited us to watch a video featuring Lucy Arnaz trying to keep up with an assembly line wrapping candies at an ever-increasing rate.
As medicine had become more influenced by insurance and government regulations, doctors were required to do more by giving less time to each patient. Many conditions are not a fifteen minute quick… See more
Thank you Dr. Ritzo for guiding me through health hazards over the last 28 years.
I'm so happy we found you in6the early part of your career.
You have always gone the extra mile for me and especially for my wife during the last years of her life.
I thank you and your staff are the greatest. I brag about you to my friends.
Fred R.
We are fortunate to live in an age when many of the medical problems we face can be effectively treated. We are also most fortunate to be in the care of Dr. Dale Ritzo who is dedicated to providing the best medical practice possible and with MDVIP he has to time to do so. Dr. Ritzo knows what can be done and when a specialist is called for he has an excellent team of specialists to refer us… See more
DR. Ritzo, I want to thank you for the excellent health care you provide to me and your patients. My recent medical problems were well taken care of with your support. Your availability via E-Mail and timely responses were and Are invaluable to my welfare. The packet of my recent wellness visit was a tremendous help to the hospital staff. Well documented with extreme praise for your writing… See more
We had discussed that you were going to make the transition to MDVIP and I knew I was going to be with you for sure. When MDVIP originally called, I said I'm in and my wife is too Then I asked the MDVIP rep how were you doing with sign ups? She told me no one she had called had declined.
Since my last name begins with B i called my business partner and three others who I knew… See more
Dr Ritzo is an incredible physician: he is caring, clear in his explanations, and is available by phone or visit to his office almost immediately. Truly an exceptional doctor in every imaginable way. My wife and family, also his patients, are blessed to have him in our lives.