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Dr. Andrew Stefaniwsky, MD

Dr. Andrew Stefaniwsky, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Stefaniwsky, MD is a gastroenterologist in West Orange, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Overlook Medical Center and Morristown Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

745 Northfield Ave West Orange, NJ 07052
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Dr. Stefaniwsky's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stefaniwsky

4.3
31 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
71%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Insensitive and Unprofessional Experience
I had an extremely disappointing experience with Dr. Stefaniwsky. I suffer from severe genetic colon polyps, requiring annual colonoscopies due to the growth of numerous polyps each year. Cancer runs in my family, with my mother passing away in her 60s and my sister currently battling cancer at 49.After my first colonoscopy with him, I woke up from anesthesia to be told that there were so many polyps that he “would have been here all day” if he removed them all. His casual attitude was deeply upsetting given the seriousness of my condition.When I raised my concerns with the patient experience department at Atlantic Medical Group, they apologized, treated me with absolute respect, and contacted the practice. When the practice manager then called me, she falsely claimed that the doctor never made such a statement and suggested that I schedule my next colonoscopy in three years—clearly ignoring my need for annual screenings.If you have serious conditions, avoid this doctor.
What went well
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What could be improved
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Oct 11, 2024
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Excellent Dr.
I had a great experience with this Dr. on two different procedures. He was very respectful pre and post. Looking forward to my 3 year follow up.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dana Thompson – Feb 08, 2024
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I have been a patient for the past 10 years and am very satisfied with this doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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NJ – Jun 26, 2019
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Dr. Stefaniwsky is an amazing doctor and I highly recommend him. He has excellent bedside manners. He truly cares about his patients and goes above and beyond to figure out what might be wrong with you. The office hours are great and they fit you into the schedule right away. You do not have to wait long periods of times and he will answer any and all questions that you may have.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Amanda Ruiz in Orange, New Jersey – Apr 23, 2018
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Dr Stefanisky is a great doctor, he always makes time for his patients, he makes sure that no one is turned away, when he is booked he always finds the time to fit me or my family members into his schedule. He is a great doctor and his staff is great as well!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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West Orange, NJ – May 26, 2017
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Dr Stefaniwsky is very caring and compassionate .Dr Stefaniwsky is a great medical Dr.and gastroenterologist. My husband and myself have received the best of care for 20 years .i cannot imagine going to another Dr. Now that my children are past the pediatrician stage they are patients of Dr. Stefaniwsky as well.A great family Dr.!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Woodbridge, NJ – Feb 19, 2017
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Dr. Stefaniwski is a very compassionate and caring, and knowledgeable physician. You never feel rushed and listens to what you have to say . I am very fortunate to have Dr. Stefaniwski as my doctor for 20 years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Emmanuel in Woodbridge, NJ – Feb 18, 2017
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Dr. Andrew B. Stefaniwsky is an exceptional physician. He exemplify true knowledge of his profession. Dr. Stefaniwsky is a people person with a sense of humor who treats his patients with compassion and humility. He is thorough and accurate in his diagnoses. What I appreciate (depending the individual circumstances) Dr. Stefaniwsky will recommend another specialist as a precautionary. I like that when you visit his office, any questions you have are always answer with clarity.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Gail T. Walker in Newark, NJ – Feb 15, 2017
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Dr Stefaniwsk y is really very knowledgeable and accommodate you right away specially if you are sick, he explains the details of your sickness and treatments or the scheduled procedures, very precise and cares for his patients
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Brooklyn, NY – Feb 14, 2017
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Dr Stefaniwsky is an excellent doctor. Explain very well diagnosis and procedures. I highly recommend this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Newark, NJ – Feb 13, 2017
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The most disrespectful, unhelpful staff I've ever experienced. Rude on the phone when I could actually get someone to return my calls. 5 weeks post procedure and I still didn't get the doctor or staff to contact my insurance company to get. Lear ace on a prescription. I have yet to get a call from the doctor himself. Don't go to this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Astoria, NY – Dec 10, 2016
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He is very knowledgeable, took care of my problem, also is very informative..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Ravin in Bloomfield, NJ – Mar 10, 2016
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biography

Dr. Stefaniwsky has been with The Medical Group, PA since 1982. He attended Rutgers University and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and graduated in June, 1977 with his MD. He did his fellowship at UMDNJ in Gastroenterology from 1980 to 1982.
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

    Internship Hospital
  • Umdnj - University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982
  • Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1980
  • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

    Medical School, 1977
  • Rutgers University

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Robert G. Mirsky MD PA745 Northfield Ave West Orange, NJ 07052
1

Practice

AHS Hospital Corp.99 Beauvoir Ave Summit, NJ 07901
2

Practice

Atlantic Medical Group Pulmonology-Union1000 Galloping Hill Rd Ste 100 Union, NJ 07083
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Morristown Medical Center

    100 Madison Ave
    Morristown, NJ 07960
    Recipient of 55
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

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  • Overlook Medical Center

    99 Beauvoir Ave
    Summit, NJ 07901
    Recipient of 67
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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