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Dr. Cary Gentry, MD

Dr. Cary Gentry, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Cary Gentry, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Richmond, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Retreat Doctors' Hospital and Parham Doctors' Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 78 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (78 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Gentry's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gentry

4.9

78 ratings, 33 with a written review
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 17, 2023
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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MBF590 – Oct 23, 2022
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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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Jan 14, 2022
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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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Eladio Martinez – Aug 25, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dennis – Aug 20, 2021
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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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John Steitz – Aug 10, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
James C. – Apr 24, 2021
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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
Helpful
Sherry Orman – Feb 16, 2021
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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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Broe – Feb 06, 2021
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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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Dec 14, 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
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DennisB – Nov 21, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Virginia – Jul 01, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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mary austin – Jan 06, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 23, 2019
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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
Helpful
Midlothian, VA – Nov 18, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
David Gillespie in Chester, VA – Aug 29, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Williams in Glen Allen VA – Apr 10, 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
2 people found this helpful
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S.C. Bateman in Richmond – Mar 20, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Richmond VA – Jan 19, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Va – Jan 17, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Gentry is interested in new technology that assists in accurate diagnosis of colon and rectal conditions including pelvic floor conditions such as fecal incontinence. Procedures that minimize discomfort, improve outcomes and a patient's quality...read more

biography

Trained for 11 years before joining Colon and Rectal Specialists in 2001. I have been practicing there ever since and have a great staff and a super group to work with!! Strong in support of my wife and 6 children, and love what I do! Taking care of patients.
  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Colon-rectal Clinic Of Orlando - Orlando Regional Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Carilion Health System

    Residency Hospital
  • Carilion Health System

    Internship Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
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  • Top Doc as voted by Peers (Richmond Magazine), 2004

  • Top Doc as Voted by Peers (Richmond Magazine), 2008

  • America's Top Surgeons, 2005

  • Top Doc as Voted by Peers (Richmond Magazine), 2010

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Retreat Doctors' Hospital

    2621 Grove Ave
    Richmond, VA 23220
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards
  • Parham Doctors' Hospital

    7700 E Parham Rd
    Richmond, VA 23294
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards
  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd
    Richmond, VA 23229
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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