About
Richard M. Del Sesto, MD, MS brings an unusually broad scientific foundation to primary care. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Society and a Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences, both from Cornell University, before completing his Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 1996. He then trained at The University Hospital in Cincinnati, completing both his internship and his internal medicine residency by 1999. He holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Del Sesto has practiced internal medicine in the East Greenwich, Rhode Island community for nearly 25 years. His clinical focus spans cardiovascular health, diabetes, hypertension, and preventive medicine. He serves as a Preceptor at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and holds leadership roles on the executive boards of Rhode Island Primary Care and South County Health. He is a member of the American College of Physicians. Patients describe decades-long relationships with him, and he is known for responding swiftly and personally during health emergencies.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY - Bachelor of Science, Biology and Society, 1989
Medical School
University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, VT - Doctorate of Medicine, 1996
Residency
The University Hospital, Cincinnati, OH - Internal Medicine, 1997-1999
Additional Training
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY - Master of Science, Nutritional Sciences, 1991; Internship: The University Hospital, Cincinnati, OH, 1996-1997
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Del Sesto right for?
Dr. Del Sesto is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a primary care physician. Patients managing cardiovascular disease, hypertension, or diabetes benefit from his focused clinical expertise. His nutrition science background makes him especially effective for patients with diet-related or metabolic health concerns. Anyone who values direct physician access after hours and on weekends will find his model well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Del Sesto focuses on cardiovascular health, hypertension, diabetes, and preventive medicine. His Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences also informs his approach to metabolic and diet-related conditions. He delivers comprehensive screenings for heart health, respiratory health, and bone health as part of his clinical work.
Yes. Dr. Del Sesto holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Vermont College of Medicine and completed his residency training in internal medicine at The University Hospital in Cincinnati.
Dr. Del Sesto earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees at Cornell University, where he studied Biology and Society and Nutritional Sciences. He completed his medical degree at the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 1996. He then finished both his internship and his internal medicine residency at The University Hospital in Cincinnati by 1999.
Dr. Del Sesto has practiced internal medicine in East Greenwich, Rhode Island for nearly 25 years. He has built long-standing patient relationships throughout that time and remains deeply connected to the local community.
Yes. Dr. Del Sesto serves as a Preceptor at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. He also holds leadership positions on the executive boards of Rhode Island Primary Care and South County Health.
Dr. Del Sesto holds both a medical degree and a Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences from Cornell University. Most primary care physicians do not carry graduate-level nutrition training. That background gives him a deeper lens for addressing metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, and disease prevention.
Yes. Members can reach Dr. Del Sesto directly by phone after hours and on weekends. He is known among patients for responding swiftly and personally, including during health emergencies.
Dr. Del Sesto holds affiliations with South County Health and Kent Hospital. He also maintains strong specialist relationships throughout Rhode Island to support referrals when patients need additional care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026