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Dr. Howard Pastrich, MD

Dr. Howard Pastrich, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Pastrich, MD is a gastroenterologist in East Patchogue, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

260 Patchogue Yaphank Rd Ste C East Patchogue, NY 11772

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Dr. Pastrich is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Pastrich's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pastrich

4.4

25 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
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NY – Dec 27, 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
1 person found this helpful
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John Blaner in Medford, NY – Jul 09, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rhonda – May 02, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 21, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Theresa in Patchogue, NY – Sep 13, 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
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Don h in Center Moriches, NY – Mar 21, 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
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ALY in EAST PATCHOGUE,, NY – Nov 20, 2016
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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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maurice simon in mastic beach – Sep 16, 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
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Dave H. in Holbrook, NY – Jun 16, 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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BI in New York, NY – May 22, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Stu in Shirley, NY – May 07, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dolores in Shirley, NY – May 07, 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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Richard in Westhampton Beach, NY – Apr 08, 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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Laurie Schrader in New York, NY – Mar 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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Mastic, NY – Mar 23, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Kimberly R in West Sayville, NY – Mar 10, 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
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Nick in New York, NY – Feb 21, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Lettieri in Bayport, NY – Feb 19, 2016
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biography

Dr. Howard Pastrich, MD is a gastroenterologist in East Patchogue, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1980. He...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.

  • Montefiore Med Ctr/a Einste

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986
  • Nassau County Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • Nassau University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
  • Suny Binghamton

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Pastrich is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Brookhaven Gastroenterology Associates PC260 Patchogue Yaphank Rd Ste C East Patchogue, NY 11772
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Stony Brook University Hospital

      101 Nicolls Rd
      Stony Brook, NY 11794
      Recipient of 33
      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

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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

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

      240 Meeting House Ln
      Southampton, NY 11968
      Recipient of 24
      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
    • Long Island Community Hospital

      101 Hospital Rd
      Patchogue, NY 11772
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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.

      74%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      10% lower than the national average

      64%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      12% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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