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Dr. Evelyn Kessel, MD

Dr. Evelyn Kessel, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Evelyn Kessel, MD is a gastroenterologist in Fort Myers, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kessel has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR in 1988. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

9400 Gladiolus Dr Ste 250 Fort Myers, FL 33908
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(239) 561-7337

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kessel is affiliated with Lee Memorial Hospital Fort Myers, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Kessel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kessel specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Kessel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kessel

3.7

48 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 Star
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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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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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janie keister – Nov 23, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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JEFFREY ZAMBRANA – May 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 03, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ashlee – Mar 20, 2022
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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
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Apr 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 02, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Peter F. – Aug 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jack Russell – Jun 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jacquie – Feb 19, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Virginia – Feb 18, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Judy Reisdorf – Jul 02, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
12 people found this helpful
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Steve Eagan in Fort Myers, FL – Mar 06, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marlene Dugan in Fort Myers , FL – Dec 11, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
16 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 18, 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
7 people found this helpful
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Ft Myers, FL – Jul 26, 2017
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Diamond M. – May 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa M. in Ft Myers, FL – Dec 01, 2016
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Dr. Evelyn Kessel, MD is a gastroenterologist in Fort Myers, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kessel has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. She graduated...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Kessel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    New Access ABA LLC9400 Gladiolus Dr Ste 250 Fort Myers, FL 33908
    1

    Practice

    Gastro Health LLC12485 SW 137th Ave Ste 103 Miami, FL 33186
    2

    Practice

    Millennium Physician Group LLC8380 Riverwalk Park Blvd Ste 200 Fort Myers, FL 33919
    3

    Practice

    Gulf Coast Medical Center13681 Doctors Way Fort Myers, FL 33912
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lee Memorial Hospital

      2776 Cleveland Ave
      Fort Myers, FL 33901
      Recipient of 27
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

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

      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

      3% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Gulf Coast Medical Center

      13681 Doctors Way
      Fort Myers, FL 33912
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      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

      3% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Cape Coral Hospital

      636 Del Prado Blvd S
      Cape Coral, FL 33990
      Recipient of 26
      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 Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      View all awards

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

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

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality