Dr. David Palma, MD

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 46

Gastroenterology*

Dr. David Palma, MD is a gastroenterologist in Greenville, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Palma has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and St. Francis Downtown. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. David Palma, MD

Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

9 Hawthorne Park Ct Greenville, SC 29615

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Palma is affiliated with Pelham Medical Center Greer, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Palma is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Palma specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Palma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palma

4.4

31 ratings, 12 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jorge L Pérez – Mar 07, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Linda J. Giordano – Jan 31, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Oct 31, 2024
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
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James cothran – May 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jan Barnette – Feb 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nathan Hamilton – Jan 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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May 17, 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
11 people found this helpful
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Maria in Greenville, SC – Nov 29, 2016
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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
16 people found this helpful
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Linda D. in Traveler's Rest, SC – Nov 28, 2016
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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
17 people found this helpful
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John P. in Greer, SC – Nov 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Derek in Piedmont, SC – Aug 22, 2016
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Our practice philosophy is guided by our core values. Compassion: We will treat you with kindness and respect. Integrity: We will serve you with honesty. Gratitude: We appreciate that you allow us to participate in your healthcare.
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Upstate Medical University/ College Of Health Professions

    Medical School
  • Shands Hospital At University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Internship Hospital, 2005
  • State University Of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Palma is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Gastroenterology Associates P.A.

    Hawthorne9 Hawthorne Park Ct Greenville, SC 29615
    1
    Tiger BLVD.1011 Tiger Blvd Ste 200 Clemson, SC 29631
    2

    Practice

    Anesthesia Associates of the Upstate LLC200 Patewood Dr Ste B200 Greenville, SC 29615
    3
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office112 Hospital Dr # B Simpsonville, SC 29681
    4

    Practice

    Office317 Saint Francis Dr Ste 170 Greenville, SC 29601
    5

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Pelham Medical Center

      250 Westmoreland Rd
      Greer, SC 29651
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • St. Francis Downtown

      1 Saint Francis Dr
      Greenville, SC 29601
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      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

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

      701 Grove Rd
      Greenville, SC 29605
      Recipient of 25
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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