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Dr. William Stern, MD

Dr. William Stern, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William Stern, MD is a gastroenterologist in Rockville, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Stern has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1977. He is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

9420 Key West Ave Ste 202 Rockville, MD 20850
Telehealth available

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Dr. Stern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stern

4.4
43 ratings, 14 with a written review
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Very methodical caring and PATIENT doctor.
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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Cynthia Apodaca – Apr 26, 2020
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Very pleased with Dr. W. Stern. He really cares for his patients and always he is ready to explain to you anything you don't understand. I have been under his care for over 15 or 20 years and I recommend him to anyone who has any gastrointestinal problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dalila Lugo-Rovens – Jan 31, 2020
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This is by far the most efficient and friendliest office I’ve EVER been to...I was in and out in less than 30 minutes and feel 100% satisfied with Dr. Stern’s care and the amount of attention he provided. He’s extremely knowledgeable and has impeccable bedside manner. The front desk staff were very friendly and seemed like a fun group—like they enjoy their jobs. I felt much less anxiety because of them. The nurse was absolutely the sweetest and a very patient person who did a great job explaining what I needed to do for my procedure. I wish this was my primary care office!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 22, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr. Sterns since 2005 for a total of 4 routine colonoscopies. Dr. Stern was highly recommended to me by others in the medical industry and I have trusted all of his exams and explanations to be thorough and accurate. He is also very friendly with a great bedside manner. I highly recommend him, as well as his staff!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 29, 2019
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Dr. Stern is ca careful, knowledgeable doctor. I have a very high opinion of him and trust his opinions and treatment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 14, 2019
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He is great
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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Shailee Upadhyay in MD – Jul 27, 2018
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I was referred to Dr Stern after I have been treated for 4 years for acid reflux without any success. I had gone through multiple procedures with other gastro doctors. I told my primary I wanted the best gastro doctor and he recommended Dr. Stern. He was right. It just took one visit and Dr Stern figured it out. You will find a dr. who listens and communicates in a simple way for you to understand. Very down to earth dr. and you find very easy to talk and relate to. The best in the business.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Hayford in Silver Spring, MD – Mar 21, 2018
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Dr. Stern takes extra care to provide considerate, professional medical care for me and my family. He genuinely cares about the well being of each of his patients.
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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Julia Sloan in Gaithersburg – Nov 02, 2017
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Dr. Stern is a great doctor! He is very patient and listens to everything you have to say without jumping to conclusions like the common doctor. I had an issue that lingered for almost a year and my wife recommended him to me. When I went to see him he examined me and knew exactly what my issue was and gave me a prescription. I went to my follow up and never felt better. Highly recommend him.
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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Clarksville, MD – May 13, 2017
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I had both an endoscopy and a colonoscopy with Dr. Stern. I made a follow-up appointment to review the findings with him. Dr. Stern was very patient and spent approximately a half hour with me explaining the results of the two procedures. I found the doctor to be both gracious and thorough with respect to covering the results.
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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Michael in Olney, MD – Feb 08, 2017
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I find Dr. Stern to be a good listener, a wise practitioner and I trust him completely with my care.
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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Lissa in Zionville, NC – Nov 21, 2016
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Outstanding physician and excellent staff. He is thorough, competent, and considerate. His diagnosis is spot on and when he has treated the problem, it is done.
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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Bryan K in Middletown, MD – Aug 27, 2016
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He's a wonderful diagnostician. After seeing a primary care physician and another GI who were unable to help, Dr. Stern treated me and I got the results I needed! He's patient and takes the time to answer any questions. He's extremely thorough, and orders tests that he deems necessary.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Rachel T in Olney, MD – Apr 27, 2016
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I am totally confident in his experience and expertise.
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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Gaithersburg, MD – Apr 06, 2016
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care philosophy

Capital Digestive Care offers the greatest collective experience in the area and the most accessible care. 
  • 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.

  • Va Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982
  • George Washington University

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • George Washington University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1977
  • Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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    Locations

    Practice

    Ruth M. Jacobs MD LLC9420 Key West Ave Ste 202 Rockville, MD 20850
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    Montgomery Anesthesia Care LLC15005 Shady Grove Rd Ste 200 Rockville, MD 20850
    2
    Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center9901 Medical Center Dr Rockville, MD 20850
    3

    Practice

    Capital Digestive Care LLC15001 Shady Grove Rd Ste 300 Rockville, MD 20850
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:45am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 7:45am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 7:45am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 7:45am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 7:45am - 4:30pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

      9901 Medical Center Dr
      Rockville, MD 20850
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      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

      73%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

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