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Dina L. Kringstein, M.D.
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Schottland Family YMCA
2300 West Jefferson Road, Suite 400
Pittsford, NY 14534
About Me
She and her husband returned to Rochester after he completed his cardiology fellowship in Massachusetts. She works part time with the Rochester Internal Medicine Associates. When not working, she is caring for her family, garden, and two young children.
Certified Specialties
Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine
Faculty Appointments
Clinical Assistant Professor (Voluntary) - Department of Medicine, Primary Care Physicians (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1997 - 1999
Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1996 - 1997
Education
MD | University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry (USA). 1996
Awards
Young Prize for Patient Care and Teaching 1999
Morgan Award for Patient Care and Teaching 1996
Associate Poster Competition: First Place Winner of NY Regional Competition, National Finalist.
Publications
Journal Articles
Liesveld JL, Martin BA, Harbol AW, Rosell KE, Belanger TJ, Reykdal SE, Plekavich DL, Abboud CN
Journal of hematotherapy. 1998 April 7 (2):127-39. Epub 1900 01 01.
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
I felt as though she was very much by "the book" [...].
Jan 26, 2026
Dr Kringstein is an amazing physician. She listens without judgement, is sympathetic, empathetic, and an overall reasonable person. I would recommend her to anyone.
Jan 09, 2026
Excellent in every regard.
Dec 31, 2025
Good listener, thoughtful responses.
Nov 18, 2025
I love Dr. K
Nov 05, 2025
I feel very fortunate to be Dr Kringstein's patient
Oct 25, 2025
Dr Kringstein is an outstanding provider, always prepared and attentive with helpful explanations and guidance.
Oct 15, 2025
Dr. Kringstein has been my doctor for over 20 years, and she is absolutely wonderful! She shows genuine concern and takes the time to actively listen. I am lucky to be under her care.
Aug 21, 2025
I had a very good experience
Aug 14, 2025
Dr. Kringstein is wonderful!
Aug 07, 2025
Always have a good dialog with my doctor.
Jun 27, 2025
Excellent primary care doctor
Apr 19, 2025
Dr. Kringstein is a great doctor I am glad she is there to help me with my medical conditions
Feb 14, 2025
Dr. Kringstein is always attentive, provides good explanations to questions, and does a great job from beginning to end. Thank you!
Dec 11, 2024
I have discomfort in my left hip every day. Dr. Kringstein referred me to an Orthopedic surgeon. I was able to get an appt the next day. They determined I had Bursitis. They gave me a shot in the hip, now I am pain free. I am amazed! I thank her so much for the referral.
Dec 07, 2024
Dr Kringstein is a role model for what a primary care physician should be.
Dec 06, 2024
Dr. Kringstein is the absolute best. She is always caring and concerned, and takes her time to discuss each medical issue completely.
Nov 02, 2024
Provider very knowledgeable and caring I am very happy that she is my provider.
Sep 27, 2024
My doctor is fabulous
Sep 15, 2024
I love her
Aug 07, 2024
Dr Kringstein is always thorough and helpful. I never feel rushed by her and I appreciate that she includes my family members as needed
Jul 17, 2024
Very concerned and attentive to my health.
Jul 05, 2024
I get excellent care
Jun 29, 2024
Love Dr Kringstein snd her staff.
Jun 17, 2024
Excellent physician and staff!!!!!!!
Jun 17, 2024
Dr Dina K is very kind and spoken. She generally cares to take time and addresses my concerns, She knows I have a covid phobia and understands my mask concerns
Jun 10, 2024
Great office [...]
Jun 10, 2024
She's very thorough. She explained everything so I could understand.
Jun 10, 2024
Dr Kringstein is a priceless and rare find in todays healthcare environment! She has taken the time to get to know me. She listens with eye contact and true care and concern. She never rushes my appointments instead takes all the time I need to successfully accomplish the purpose of the visit. She truly cares about my well being on all levels. I feel blessed to have her as my primary care doctor!
May 20, 2024
Dr. Kringstein contacted my cardiologist for me about a concern of mine. I really appreciate that.
May 19, 2024
Dr. Kringstein always responds quickly to a message I send to her even if it is a weekend.
May 19, 2024
Other doctors and/or their offices should take lessons from this doctor and her staff
May 14, 2024
This office always fun on time. That is among the the highest compliments that can be given. AND, the fact that all of my concerns are addressed immediately/
May 14, 2024
Dr. Kringstein is one of the most caring and compassionate doctors I have ever dealt with. I am blessed to have her as my GP.
Apr 29, 2024
Care was fine. [...]
Apr 18, 2024
No complaints, it was a thorough physical.
Apr 18, 2024
Dr Kringstein has been very good at being a doctor and she takes time to listen to me and is always returning phone or email messages.
Apr 05, 2024
I trust Dr. Kringstein, she is patient, kind, and caring.
Apr 01, 2024
Everyone in the office is wonderful.
Apr 01, 2024
The doctor gave me the time I needed. (A great deal of questions re: hospital stay, treatment and paths to follow post-hospitalization, Rx question.
Mar 20, 2024
Always has a good answer or suggestions for additional care and/or alternative care.
Mar 15, 2024
The best healthcare that a 85 year old could expect.
Mar 15, 2024
Dr. Kringstein is the best provider I see she spends time with her patients and you don't feel rushed.
Mar 01, 2024
Dr. Kringstein is excellent. She takes time to go over any concerns or questions I have.
Mar 01, 2024
Dr. Kringstein excellent provider. She spends time with her patients & has time for question & CONCERNS. SHE IS very thorough.
Mar 01, 2024
Dr Kringstein is a very good doctor always very helpful
Feb 16, 2024
Dr Kringstein has been my primary care provider for many years and she always gives her patients the absolute best care and time. She listens to all your concerns and addresses all your needs without hesitation. Any questions you may have through my chart are always answered promptly and throughly. I am very blessed to have her as my physician and friend!
Jan 31, 2024
Okay [...].
Jan 25, 2024
Dr. K is always dependable and caring
Jan 17, 2024
Dr Kringstein is a dream of a physician- I feel lucky to be on her patient list and to get care from her group.
Dec 23, 2023
Everything is good
Dec 22, 2023
Good
Dec 22, 2023
My provider. Is great and is always concerned that I am in good health.
Dec 12, 2023
Dr Dina Kringstein has alway treated me so nice and helpful!
Dec 11, 2023
Dr. Kringstein always goes above and beyond with her care.
Dec 11, 2023
Very happy with treatment I receive thank you
Dec 08, 2023
She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable!!
Dec 06, 2023
Dr.Dina Kringstein---I feel blessed to have her as my primary care physician. The routine annual exam that I received was impressively thorough. My exam was not rushed---it lasted about 1.5 hours! Dr. Kringstein replies to My Chart messages promptly, remembers me as a patient, and appears to exhibit a high degree of competence. I trust that my medical care is in excellent hands.
Dec 06, 2023
She is caring and respectful. She listens.
Oct 04, 2023
Respectful of my decisions/concerns; & knowledgeable answers to my questions.
Sep 25, 2023
We feel the doctor is excellent in every way: thorough, answers our questions clearly, makes sure that any or all concerns are addressed. She is also very kind and very professional.
Sep 21, 2023
We feel very fortunate to have excellent medical care in large part because of Dr. Dina Kringstein but also because we have an excellent team of other doctors, nurse practitioners and staff who do a super job within the URMC and Rochester Regional M. C.
Sep 21, 2023
She's the best and will always be the best!!
Sep 20, 2023
I'm always confident that all decisions made for me are the best for me to live a healthy life
Sep 20, 2023
Very helpful
Sep 15, 2023
Dr Kringstein really explains things well and frames things in such a way to clearly understand choices I have in my care or procedures.
Sep 14, 2023
She's always there for me and returns calls or emails even on days she's not in office. She's a a very concerned and compassionate doctor
Aug 31, 2023
Very happy with Dr Kringstein always helpful and a very good Doctor
Aug 30, 2023
Dr Kringstein always very good at treating me very happy having her as my Doctor
Aug 30, 2023
Experience was very good. Like Dr. Kringstein [...]
Aug 19, 2023
Keep doing what you're doing.
Aug 16, 2023
She is very attentive to all of my concerns. We discuss them and come to a solution together.
Aug 16, 2023
This provider is the most responsive provider that I have ever had the pleasure to know. When speaking with other family members about the care experiences they have had, some of whom are themselves care givers, none come close. This person is always attentive to me and my attempted discriptions of symtoms and returns her reviews promptly, AND is adamant about contacting with any new concerns right away.
Aug 12, 2023
Want to note the doctor really helped me with note to employer when I missed a week of work in [...] due to COVID.
Jul 20, 2023
Best family doctor and staff in this current time!
Jul 18, 2023
Dr Kringstein listen to my concerns and was very caring about the issues I am currently dealing with.
Jul 11, 2023
I'm always confident that I will always get the best care.
Jun 28, 2023
Always pleasant, open discussion about my health & personal life (family.)
Jun 23, 2023
Best service, caring dr. and staff are pleasant. Calm atmosphere.
Jun 23, 2023
Always good.
Jun 13, 2023
Good experience.
Jun 13, 2023
Dr. Kringstein is a very good doctor very happy to have her as my doctor.
May 22, 2023
Dr. Kringstein is always wonderful to me.
May 22, 2023
Very gracious.
May 22, 2023
Excellent doctor with the best advice
May 17, 2023
Dr. Kringstein is the best!. No matter where I am out of town or home she gets a hold of me right away with my concerns even when she's not in the office. She calms me when she talks to me and tries to explain everything. I hope she will always be my doctor!!
May 13, 2023
Dr. Kringstein and staff are courteous, Informative, and helpful.
May 03, 2023
[...]. Was excellent
Apr 26, 2023
I am grateful to have an excellent, sensitive, smart physician.
Apr 04, 2023
She is wonderful she always inquire about my husband, who received a double transplant.
Mar 20, 2023
[...] she took me in [...] at the short notices and took her time to take care of me when I needed it.
Mar 08, 2023
She has always returned my messages when I emailed her and always made sure that I get my blood work done on a timely matter.
Mar 08, 2023
This is a very friendly practice. Doctor, patient techs, staff all are terrific.
Feb 27, 2023
Dr. Kringstein is an excellent doctor. She provides care for me way above expectations.The clerk in the office was excellent help in making an appointment for ultrasound. She spent a lit of time with me and went way beyond my expectations.
Feb 23, 2023
This is a great doctor's office.
Feb 23, 2023
Dr Kringstein is an exceptional provider at this practice that cares about her patients and offers so much support and great medical advice!!!
Feb 01, 2023