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Dr. Robert Herring Jr, MD

Dr. Robert Herring Jr, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Herring Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as TriStar Centennial Medical Center and TriStar Stonecrest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 92 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (92 reviews)

Practice

330 Wallace Rd Ste 103 Nashville, TN 37211

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Dr. Herring Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Herring Jr

3.7
92 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Wrong diagnosis
More than 10 years ago he diagnosed me as having a pretty terrible gastric disease. One that there is no cure for. He was WRONG. I have since been told that I don’t have it and never did. His bedside manner is well he has none. His staff is at most mediocre. I highly recommend you find a real Doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Peggy – Jul 04, 2022
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1) Zero bed side manner 2) Left me waiting in a room while he chatted up the staff about weekend plans, a new car he bought, etc. 3) put me on acid reducers for YEARS...the ones they now tell us to only use for 2 weeks.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Dissatisfied patient – Aug 05, 2021
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Just like some of the others, Dr. Herring ignored my actual problem for coming into the office in the first place. He was only concerned about performing a colonoscopy and getting it scheduled the next week because he had cancellations. Even after I told him, I wouldn't be able to do it the next week, he had his staff schedule it anyways. I would not recommend this doctor to anyone. He did not take the time or act like he was concerned with my actual problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2021
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Dr. Herring is the kind of doctor every doctor should be. He was on time, courteous and friendly. He listened to what I could tell him even though he was well informed about me and had my X-rays up on the screen, and the history of my foot. He treated me like an adult who could understand what he had to say. That was important because after I turned 80, I’ve noticed with some doctors my quality time is shorter. He gave me as much time as I needed and clear instructions on what I could do and could not do if I decided not on surgery. If I decided on surgery he explained what he would do and what my recovery would look like. He also recommended a physical therapist that he would work with on my recovery. In my estimation you can’t get much better than that.
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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Nancy Blackwelder – Feb 17, 2021
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Ignored my actual problem for reason of seeing him and did his own thing. Finally a month later realized my primary concern was the most concerning issue and even now 2 weeks after getting the biopsy done I am waiting on results. I highly recommend to seek another doctor this office is poor are listening to you or keeping you updated on your results.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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This is a poor practice. Staff is rude and not professional. Starting from the front desk to the back. waited for 7 hours for service. Unreal.
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
2 others found this helpful
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May 25, 2018
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Dr. Herring is an awesome Gastroenterologist. He is very patient, professional and has a wonderful bedside manner. I would recommend him to any person concerned about their health in his field of medicine. Sylvanye Roh, Smyrna
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Smyrna, TN – Nov 21, 2017
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I have been sitting in the room for an hour and a half, waiting to see the doctor. Nobody comes to check, and when I stuck my head out to ask, I was told there are other people... My first visit I never even saw the doctor, I was evaluated and recommended a surgical procedure by a PA.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – Sep 02, 2016
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In the past have received fantastic customer service from his entire staff. They have helped me over come a "fatty liver" and a few other colon exams over the last five years. I'm doing fantastic thanks to them...they come highly recommended.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Steven Yates in Smyrna, TN – Aug 05, 2016
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If you just want a colonoscopy, he's as good as any other. But if you want to actually get consultation for a health problem, I don't recommend his office. After two visits, blood work, and some ultrasound, no one seemed interesting in talking to me about anything but getting a colonoscopy. So I obtained a copy of my lab results and notes. His nurse practitioner made mistakes on my initial interview, all justifying a colonoscopy. I hope you're getting the theme here. It's called "Colonoscopy".
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • 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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Billy H in Nashville, TN – Jul 23, 2016
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Literally saved my life from Hep C in 2004. I've been almost free of symptoms , minor fatigue is the only indication. Also in 2013 I brought my 55 year old husband to him with 15 plus years of Hep b Hep c and cirrhosis. He had quit drinking for ten years and the first visit put him 36 . later that afternoon his staff called me and said he was now 40 !! He was at the top of the transplant list !!! Dr. Puri ( his colleague ) admitted him the next day in a Memphis. hospital .
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
4 others found this helpful
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Sheila Stewart (Hardison) in Columbia. TN – Dec 30, 2015
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Dr. Robert Herring Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Johns Hopkins University / School Of Radiologic Technology

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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    Nashville Gastroenterology and Hepatology PC330 Wallace Rd Ste 103 Nashville, TN 37211
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    (615) 832-5530
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