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Dr. Cesar Fernandez, MD

Dr. Cesar Fernandez, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Cesar Fernandez, MD is a gastroenterologist in Gadsden, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fernandez has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Liver Disease, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated from Institute Tech De Santo Dom, Esc De Medicine, Faculty De Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Gadsden Regional Medical Center and Grandview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

900 Goodyear Ave Ste A Gadsden, AL 35903
Telehealth available

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Dr. Fernandez is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Fernandez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fernandez

3.6
18 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
61%
61%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
33%
33%

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Worst experience ever
It's been months and haven't received any info on my kidney meds. They will not answer your phone calls EVER THEY never EVER return calls it's worst experience u could have. AND ANYONE SAYING THAT HE IS GREAT IS HIS FRIEND HE GIVES PERSONAL ETTER TREATMENT TO OR HIS STAFF BECAUSE THEY KNOW HOW BAD THEY TREAT PEOPLE AND LIE ON REVIEWS
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 24, 2023
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I have been seeing him for 15 years. I have traveled the world over in my 31 year Navy career and I have been treated by the Navy's best doctors. I know good doctors and bad doctors when I see them. Dr Fernandez is one of the best!!! I will continue to see him as long as I liver here.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Randall Haney – Dec 18, 2019
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He must pay to have all the bad google.reviews removed.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
5 others found this helpful
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Dmorris in Hokes bluff, AL – Jun 04, 2019
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Although I think he is incredibly good at what he does he appears to be habitually late.. On my last colonoscopy I was put on hold for 3 hours and it was NOT because he was working on another patient who was in more need. He simply didn't come in on time from where he lives about one hour away, or so the clinic folks informed me. Must be pretty routine according to them...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 16, 2019
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THE BEST IN THE AREA. HE NEVER MADE ME EMBARASSED CONSIDERING THE PROCEDURE HE WAS DOING. I APPRECIATE HIM.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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kylej in Alabaster – Jan 05, 2017
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Very kind and considerate doctor. Dr. Fernandez skills are superior and he is the only doctor I would use for procedures. I highly recommend Dr. Cesar Fernandez.
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
12 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ava in Gadsden, AL – Sep 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Cesar Fernandez, MD is a gastroenterologist in Gadsden, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fernandez has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Liver Disease, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated...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.

  • Baylor Affiliated Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993
  • Tulane University

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • Tulane University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • Institute Tech De Santo Dom, Esc De Medicine, Faculty De Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
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Dr. Fernandez is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Digestive Disease Specialists of NE Alabama PC900 Goodyear Ave Ste A Gadsden, AL 35903
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Grandview Medical Center

      3690 Grandview Pkwy
      Birmingham, AL 35243

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Riverview Regional Medical Center

      600 S 3rd St
      Gadsden, AL 35901
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      73%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Gadsden Regional Medical Center

      1007 Goodyear Ave
      Gadsden, AL 35903
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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