Dr. David Palma, MD

Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 46

Gastroenterology*

Dr. David Palma, MD is a gastroenterologist in Greenville, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palma has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and St. Francis Downtown. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. David Palma, MD

Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

9 Hawthorne Park Ct Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 232-7338

Accepting new patients

(864) 232-7338

Hospital Highlight

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

Dr. Palma 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. Palma specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • 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. Palma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palma

4.4
31 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
81%
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4 star
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3 star
3%
3%
2 star
6%
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1 star
10%
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Dr Palma is wonderful Dr he's very attentive
He cares about how to treat me correctly, on how to go forward if one solution doesn't work, he will my no means has other options readily available on the spot.
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
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Jorge L Pérez – Mar 07, 2025
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I’ve developed another back issue. Dr. Palmer has previously treated my lower back issue with great results. This time it was mid back pain. He’s a good listener and suggested I try physical therapy. Hopefully this will work. Can’t thank him enough for what he’s previously done for me and I know that he will continue to follow my progress on this one.
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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Linda J. Giordano – Jan 31, 2025
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My favorite Doctor
Dr. Palma was amazing, he is well speaking to calm me down and checked up on my spine that was sprained by his magical touch. He diagnosed my pain and found out the area with the problem right a way, I will follow up with him after having MRI and will see for next. I feel confident to have him for my treatment. Highly recommend.
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
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Oct 31, 2024
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Dr. Palma was amazing today. He scanned my medical history quickly, but effectively, and then after a physical exam he came up with a medical plan that addressed my concerns. I felt heard, seen and cared for. What a Godsend. 6 out of 5 stars
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 others found this helpful
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Jul 29, 2022
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Three wasted months
Saw dr Palma in January for bad pain in my stomach. He did upper and lower scopes diagnosing me as having an inflamed stomach. He began prescribing meds all of made me worse. I had an appointment with him and he said you need scopes. HE HAD NOT READ MY CHART. HE BECAME VERY NERVOUS WHEN I TOLD HIM ABOUT THE PRIOR SCOPES. In the process his nurse i Told me to call her if the meds didn’t work. I called her twice and she never returned my calls. Dr Palma is out only for the money he makes doing scopes. He is phony in his acting as if he is concerned. My treatment was very poor. I’m with another provider now who cares, listens and is helping me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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James cothran – May 23, 2022
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Dr Palma is a very thorough, knowledgeable doctor. He tries to do everything possible to help my ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome. He has helped me tremendously. He is very compassionate and acknowledges all my concerns and answers my many questions. He is a Christian doctor. I have great confidence in him. I am so thankful that he is my doctor! There sure aren’t many like 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
3 others found this helpful
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Jan Barnette – Feb 24, 2021
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Dr. Palma has done my last 3 colonoscopies, this last one my prep was not sufficient due to my medications. So I needed to do a second prep. Dr. Palma is thorough. He could have dismissed my results but wanted to be safe and sure he saw the complete colon. It was hard on my end, but I am thankful for our Doctors and Nurses, they work hard for the benefit of the community - we are blessed to have them at our fingertips. Thank You very much (Dr. Palma, Jodi and staff, they are all very nice and friendly.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nathan Hamilton – Jan 06, 2021
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Dr. Palma is one of my favorite doctors. He's very smart and has a great bedside manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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El Dr. fue respetuoso y habla bien español. Muy satisfecha con todo, el Dr. se toma su tiempo para escucharlo a uno y a solucionar sus inquierudes.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Maria in Greenville, SC – Nov 29, 2016
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Dr. Palma first took care of me when I was in the hospital for ulcerative colitis 5 years ago. His treatment plan completely improved my quality of life. He always makes sure all my questions are answered even when I bring a long list! He is a very knowledgeable and compassionate doctor. It can be hard to get an appointment with him because he is in such high demand but when I call his nurse tries to work me in.
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
16 others found this helpful
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Linda D. in Traveler's Rest, SC – Nov 28, 2016
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I heard about Dr. Palma from a neighbor who recommended him highly. He is a brilliant and caring Gastro doctor and I trust him completely. He diagnosed my Crohn's disease when other doctors couldn't figure out what was wrong. Without his help I simply don't know where I would be right now. I made sure my wife will get in to see him too.
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
17 others found this helpful
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John P. in Greer, SC – Nov 27, 2016
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I went to Dr. Palma to get a 2nd opinion & was looking for a new Gastroenterologist. I went to him b/c he was a 5* on all the reviews that I was finding. I was wanting the best of the best. Well, when I went to him I wasn't all that impressed. He just backed up what was said from the prior Dr's P.A. & didn't seam to listen to my issues too well. I went to him 4 times with me still having the same issues & he had no real good ideas on how to fix my problems. I'm done with him, on to the next.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
6 others found this helpful
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Derek in Piedmont, SC – Aug 22, 2016
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  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Upstate Medical University/ College Of Health Professions

    Medical School

  • Shands Hospital At University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Internship Hospital, 2005

  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Palma is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    Hawthorne9 Hawthorne Park Ct Greenville, SC 29615
    1
    Tiger BLVD.1011 Tiger Blvd Ste 200 Clemson, SC 29631
    2

    Practice

    Anesthesia Associates of the Upstate LLC200 Patewood Dr Ste B200 Greenville, SC 29615
    3
    • 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

    Practice

    Office112 Hospital Dr # B Simpsonville, SC 29681
    4

    Practice

    Office317 Saint Francis Dr Ste 170 Greenville, SC 29601
    5

    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 Greenville Memorial Hospital

      701 Grove Rd
      Greenville, SC 29605
      Recipient of 25
      hospital awards

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

      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

      View all awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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