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Dr. David Kerns, MD

Dr. David Kerns, MD

Vascular Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Kerns, MD is a vascular surgeon in Tyler, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kerns has extensive experience in Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection, Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy, and Peripheral Vascular Disease. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UT Health Tyler and UT Health Pittsburg. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1040 S Fleishel Ave Tyler, TX 75701
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(903) 533-8702

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kerns specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Vascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kerns' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kerns

4.3

18 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Shannon B – Jan 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Best of the best – Jul 26, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Robin Ratliff in Corsicana, TX – Jul 24, 2018
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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
12 people found this helpful
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denise carroll in Palestine, TX – Apr 14, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My field has dramatically been transformed from open surgery to more minimally invasive techniques, which lead to shorter hospitalizations, fewer incisions, less pain and a more rapid recovery for the patient!

biography

David 'Brent' Kerns was born and raised in Dumas, Texas.  He has been active in the practice of General and Vascular Surgery in Tyler since 1996.  He attended Texas A&M University, graduated from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical...read more

  • Vascular Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Washington University Barnes Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Suny Health Sci Center

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • Suny Health Science Center

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Vascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office1040 S Fleishel Ave Tyler, TX 75701
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Practice

East Texas Vascular Associates P.A.700 Olympic Plaza Cir Ste 510 Tyler, TX 75701
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

UT Health Tyler1000 S Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701
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Practice

UT Health North Campus Tyler11937 US Highway 271 Tyler, TX 75708
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UT Health Pittsburg

    2701 US Highway 271 N
    Pittsburg, TX 75686

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

    94%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UT Health Quitman

    117 N Winnsboro St
    Quitman, TX 75783

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

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UT Health Tyler

    1000 S Beckham Ave
    Tyler, TX 75701
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Vascular Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, carotid surgery, and peripheral vascular bypass surgery

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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