Dr. Nelson Spinetti, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Nelson Spinetti, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Edinburg, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from CENTRAL UNIVERSITY / JOSE MARIA VARGAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Rio Grande Regional Hospital and Valley Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 3 Star Rating (29 reviews)
Practice
2707 Cornerstone Blvd Edinburg, TX 78539Telehealth available
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Spinetti specializes in the areas of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Good Communication
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Dr. Spinetti's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Spinetti
3.0
29 ratings, 14 with a written review
| 5 star | 45% | 45% |
| 4 star | 3% | 3% |
| 3 star | 3% | 3% |
| 2 star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 star | 45% | 45% |
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Initially they called to reschedule my daughters appointment as were our way to the clinic. after rescheduling for a later day, upon arrival I was told she did not have an appointment and the dr was gone for the day. No one took responsibility for not inputting her consultation in the system. She Missed another day of school and another day of work missed for myself
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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M. L L – Sep 14, 2019
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Bad
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
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Edinburg, TX – Jan 10, 2019
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Completely disorganized office staff. Took my son to the doctor and wasted my money and time. Had to call 4-5 times just to learn if they have received the lab results. Front desk don't answer calls or leave you on hold for 15-20 mins and then drop the calls. They DO NOT callback once they receive lab results to setup a follow-up appointment. If you call around 4pm, it goes to answering service even though front desk staff are scheduled to work till 5pm. Doctor also don't speak proper English.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
4 others found this helpful
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Candian in USA in edinburg,TX – May 22, 2018
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first time in office and i could not be more happy. great doctor. great personality. and nice and helpful staff. would highly recommend to friends and family.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Alamo, TX – Nov 15, 2017
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i love dr. spinetti best gastro specialist
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
2 others found this helpful
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Alamo, TX – Nov 15, 2017
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Just saw Dr. Spinetti and had a great experience in his office. He is very attentive and all his staff is very nice.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sandra in Pharr, TX – Nov 10, 2017
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Very well explained and great treatment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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perla cabrera in mcallen tx – Nov 09, 2017
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Dr.Spinetti is awesome. great Doctor . would defiantly go back
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
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Alamo, TX – Nov 09, 2017
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THIS DOCTOR DID NOT DIAGNOSS MY DAUGHTER...ASKED ME WHAT I THOUGHT SHE HAD ...WHAT A JOKE...WAS SUPPOSE TO FOLLOW UP WITH A ALLERGY TEST AND NEVER CALLED ME...I CALLED AND TOLD THE NURSE TO TELL THE DOCTOR TO SEND ME MY COPAY BACK...OR I WAS GONNA SUE ...AND I WILL..GOT TWO YEARS...ILL TAKE ME TIME...HE DIDNT DO ANYTHING...DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME...IF YOU READING DOC...SEND ME MY MONEY!@!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
5 others found this helpful
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EFRAIN MARTINEZ in Mcallen, TX – Jul 26, 2017
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Love Dr. Spinetti, however, his front office staff is rude and argumentative and talks down to people. We would look for another Dr. if we did not really like Dr. Spinetti so much.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
6 others found this helpful
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Mission, TX – Apr 13, 2017
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Terrible experience with both dr and staff. My child suffered for an extra month because of their negligence of patient care. I found another dr after the second visit to Spinetti office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
6 others found this helpful
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AMS in Mcallen, TX – Sep 30, 2016
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The wait is a little on the overwhelming side but once you're in the observation room the Doctor is very informative and observing. High statured and knowledgeable
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
- Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Orchid O in McAllen, Tx – Sep 20, 2016
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Often waited weeks for appointments, would also regularly wait 2 hours to even see the doctor and when I did it was for 5 mins at most. He completely disregards any questions, if you're having issues etc then sends you on your way with whatever treatment he alone determines is the best, I wouldn't be surprised if he receives pharmaceutical subsidies
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
3 others found this helpful
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Pharr, TX – Mar 30, 2016
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He found the problem with my baby.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 08, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Spinetti to family and friends is 3 out of 5
About Me
biography
Dr. Nelson Spinetti, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Edinburg, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from CENTRAL UNIVERSITY / JOSE MARIA VARGAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1994. He is affiliated with medical...read morePediatric Gastroenterology
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Central University / Jose Maria Vargas School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Gastroenterology
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Pediatrics
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- Recipient of 18
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79%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% lower than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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78%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home6% lower than the national average
72%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average
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