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Dr. David Castellone, MD

Dr. David Castellone, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. David Castellone, MD is a family medicine physician in Summerville, SC. He is affiliated with medical facilities Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (56 reviews)
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Dr. Castellone is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Castellone specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Castellone's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Castellone

4.3
56 ratings, 26 with a written review
5 star
80%
80%
4 star
2%
2%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
14%
14%

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Old school Dr. What you won't in a Dr.
He ask what he needs to know,and hears what you said.And reads in-between the lines.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 28, 2024
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Quite simple, the best!
My husband and I have been blessed to have him as our primary care physician for 16 years! My husband has MS, and his knowledge of my husband’s challenges rivals his excellent neurologist. He is personable, caring, and we trust him with our lives! He is outstanding at prioritizing the issues that need attention…truly a gifted physician!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Best Summerville Physician – Jun 03, 2024
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Dr. Castellone double (and I've heard triple) books appointments so we waited almost two hours to be seen for less than ten minutes. As he breezed out of the exam room I had questions about a prognosis which he seemed to take as criticizing his knowledge. He hasn't been civil to me since. Looking for another primary care giver for my 90 year old mother.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Jan 19, 2024
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Great primary care
While he is always very busy, he always listens to my concerns and makes me feel comfortable. He was knowledgeable of my very rare medical condition which was a nice change from the doctors who had never even heard of it.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Ams – Oct 25, 2023
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Past his prime
I have seen Dr Castellone for almost 30 years. There was a time when I trusted him completely with my life. Over the past 5 yrs or so, he has significantly declined in patient care. He has his hand in too many pots, and I along with many, many of his long time patients have become increasingly disappointed in him and are losing confidence in him as a doctor. He has missed serious lab results that other doctors reviewing my records from him have been very concerned about. His attention to patients has significantly diminished. You wait an hour past your appt time for him to spend 3 mins with you. He can't keep any other MD's employed in his office. They all leave, including his son, after short periods of time. Today, was the pinnacle of my disappointment in him when he flat out lied to my face and denied an entire conversation we had just last week. Unfortunately, I'm stuck there for a few more months, as that is the waiting period for a new patient appt with other primary care
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Rhonda Hunter – Nov 10, 2022
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Excellent
I have recently moved to the area and began seeing Dr. Castellone. He is incredibly patient, kind, and knowledgeable. I received one of the most thorough physicals I've had in years. Everyone in his office is professional and they strive to make you feel comfortable during your visit. I feel very fortunate to have been recommended to him!
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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Jane – Jul 07, 2022
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Extremely knowledgeable, professional with an exceptional bedside manner. I have been a patient for 25+ years and would not consider going anywhere else.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
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Linda Teachey – Apr 26, 2021
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My Husband and I have been going to Dr Castellone for 14 years. He is a caring and knowledgeable Doctor. We are well pleased with him and his office staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mary Anderson – Mar 26, 2021
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Was a very good doctor
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
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Jan 08, 2021
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Dr Castellone always makes sure it sit still and listen. He asks good questions. He even explains why I need a prescription that I hate taking.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 15, 2020
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He is an outstanding Physician. He listens to patients and carefully makes a decision. He is very thorough in solving a problem and will reverse judgement if it is in the patient's best interest. I was there when his judgement was better than a Specialist who was anxious to do surgery.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Virginia – May 21, 2020
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Dr. Castellone has been my primary care physician for over twenty years. In my opinion, there is no better doctor practicing medicine. The is compassionate, astute, and truly cares about the patient’s wellbeing. Most highly recommended!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Luke Biggs – Mar 03, 2020
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Excellent in every category!!
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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Bennie Stack – Aug 30, 2019
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I love Dr. Castalone- I trust him with my biggest asset, my life.
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Kristin Diggett in Summerville, SC – Jun 05, 2019
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I have been a patient for over 10 years. Dr. Castellone also treated my husband for two years before he died. I have complete confidence in him and he listens!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan Clark in Hanahan, SC – May 02, 2019
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The staff members are unprofessional and very disrespectful and rude. If your needed the assistance of trying to handle a bill before making a appointment. There are not help!!! I didn’t get the two nurses name I spoke with over the phone. But they were rude, unprofessional, and mean. David Castellano is a wonderful doctor, but the front office staff are disrespectful and no help
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
8 others found this helpful
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Summerville , SC – Dec 03, 2018
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Dr. Castellone cares about his patients and has an awesome bedside manner. He truly listens to 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
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Ridgeville, SC – Apr 09, 2018
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I believe Dr. Castellone is one of the best. He truly cares. He listens. And he's honest. I definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Summerville SC – Apr 11, 2017
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Dr. David L. Castellone is an excellent physician! ! He has been our family physician for 29 years! He is treating 5 generations. Has saved my life 4 times! Explains conditions in plain English not medical terms where you can understand. I recommend him to anyone who needs a fantastic down to earth, caring physician!
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
11 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth P. in Moncks Corner, SC 29461 – Apr 11, 2017
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This guy will spend 2 minutes with you. Go to another doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Summerville – Mar 12, 2017
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  • Family Medicine

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  • Medical University - South Carolina

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Vermont Larner College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Castellone is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Trident Medical Center

      9330 Medical Plaza Dr
      Charleston, SC 29406
      Recipient of 28
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

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

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center

      295 Midland Pkwy
      Summerville, SC 29485
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards
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