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Dr. Frederick Gessner, MD

Dr. Frederick Gessner, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Frederick Gessner, MD is a gastroenterologist in Newport News, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gessner has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Loyola College of Maryland in 1985. He is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

101 Philip Roth St Newport News, VA 23606

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Dr. Gessner 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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gessner specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Gessner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gessner

3.8

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
17%
17%
1 Star
17%
17%

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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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John Phillips & Kathy Gesin – Nov 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Diane Moore – Jul 10, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Jun 30, 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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Newport News, VA – May 18, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Frederick Gessner, MD is a gastroenterologist in Newport News, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gessner has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Loyola College...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Loyola College Of Maryland

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Gessner is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office101 Philip Roth St Newport News, VA 23606
    1

    Practice

    Riverside Urology Specialists-Hampton850 Enterprise Pkwy Ste 2000 Hampton, VA 23666
    2
    Riverside Regional Medical Center500 J Clyde Morris Blvd Newport News, VA 23601
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Riverside Regional Medical Center

      500 J Clyde Morris Blvd
      Newport News, VA 23601

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

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

      3% higher than the national average

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