Dr. David Gaines, MD

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 50

Gastroenterology*

Dr. David Gaines, MD is a gastroenterologist in Greenville, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gaines has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Liver Disease, and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and St. Francis Downtown. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. David Gaines, MD

Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

9 Hawthorne Park Ct Greenville, SC 29615

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gaines is affiliated with Pelham Medical Center Greer, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Gaines is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gaines specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Gaines' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gaines

3.5

20 ratings, 11 with a written review
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What went well
  • 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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Nancy Clary – Apr 24, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Steven M. – Mar 07, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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amity – Jan 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Tony Coker – Mar 15, 2020
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What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jaworski in Walhalla – Nov 30, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Johnny Cox in Seneca, SC – Apr 10, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Greenville, SC – Dec 29, 2016
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Mike Aiken in Greenville, SC – May 31, 2016
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Laura in Simpsonville SC – Apr 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Greenville, SC – Jan 19, 2016
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care philosophy

Our practice philosophy is guided by our core values. Compassion: We will treat you with kindness and respect. Integrity: We will serve you with honesty. Gratitude: We appreciate that you allow us to participate in your healthcare.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • Birmingham - Southern College

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Gaines is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    Hawthorne9 Hawthorne Park Ct Greenville, SC 29615
    1
    Gastroenterology Associates, P.A.112 Hospital Dr # B Simpsonville, SC 29681
    2
    Tiger BLVD.1011 Tiger Blvd Ste 200 Clemson, SC 29631
    3

    Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    Gastroenterology Associates PA200 Patewood Dr Ste B200 Greenville, SC 29615
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Directions

    Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    Endocrinology Consultants317 Saint Francis Dr Ste 170 Greenville, SC 29601
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Pelham Medical Center

      250 Westmoreland Rd
      Greer, SC 29651
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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    • St. Francis Downtown

      1 Saint Francis Dr
      Greenville, SC 29601
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      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)

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

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital

      729 SE Main St
      Simpsonville, SC 29681
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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