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Dr. David Wernsing, MD

Dr. David Wernsing, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. David Wernsing, MD is a general surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities Pennsylvania Hospital and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

800 Walnut St Fl 20 Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Dr. Wernsing's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wernsing

3.4
17 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Dr. Wernsing , took me at the spur of the moment, back in 2009, I was a medical mess from else where, in a very short time barely over a year,I has 5 major surgeries, my friend took me to him and let me tell you he had his hands full. However over the course of a couple years he along with our Heavenly Father saved my life, I trusted him with my life and would again, if you want the best take my advice he’s the one ??????
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
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Terri Paul – Jun 06, 2024
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excellent surgeon
As a 76-year old with a double inguinal hernia who never had had surgery before, I was anxious about the surgery. Dr. Wernsing explained everything and told me the surgery would be done laparoscopically. I'd been given a list of possible aftereffects (some of which sounded severe and certainly unpleasant)-- and I experienced none of them. I couldn't recommend him more highly.
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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Apr 04, 2024
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Very dismissive. Unprofessional bedside manner. Left the room with other patients information out for anyone to see. Did not take the time to explain medical terminology. He not show any empathy during consultation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
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Jan 28, 2023
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I agree with most of the other raters. He is abrupt and dismissive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Linda Weinberg – Dec 24, 2022
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Very cold and uncaring. He was very dismissive and treated me like a number. He did not visit me before or after my surgery. I woke up in an extensive amount of pain. I was not given pain medicine in the OR.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Jun 08, 2021
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I went to Dr Wernsing with problems from my hiatel hernia. He diagnosed the problem, repaired the problem and made me a new person. I highly recommend him!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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Lied about making plan for surgery. It's come back again after this, after that. $$ dollar signs..... was supposed to have a plan that was never in place. Told me he would talk to colleagues, that should already have been done. Wouldn't take my dog there. Man is full of himself and likes the sound of his own voice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 others found this helpful
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Levittown, Pa – Dec 22, 2016
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Dr Wernsing did my sleeve 7 months ago and I feel he answered all my questions about what to expect and his staff is wonderful also!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Helen D in Philadelphia, PA – Apr 09, 2016
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Dr. David Wernsing, MD is a general surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities Pennsylvania Hospital...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Pa Hospital Uphs

    Residency Hospital

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Office800 Walnut St Fl 20 Philadelphia, PA 19107
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University of Pennsylvania3400 Civic Center Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19104
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