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Dr. David Whitehead, MD

Dr. David Whitehead, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. David Whitehead, MD is a gastroenterologist in Thomasville, GA. Dr. Whitehead has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System-Brunswick. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Archbold Gastroenterology

112 Mimosa Dr Thomasville, GA 31792

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Whitehead specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Whitehead's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whitehead

3.3
26 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
54%
54%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
35%
35%

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I don’t agree with these negative reviews. I wasn’t there to shoot the breeze. He explained everything and did a great job on my colonoscopy. If he’s fast, it doesn’t bother me. I like him. Good doctor…
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Good visit and procedures – Feb 12, 2022
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Horrible! He is in a big hurry, impatient and has no bedside manner. Never will I go back to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 18, 2021
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Short wait. Dr. Whitehead recommended a procedure after reading my PET scan results more specific to my oneeds. Answered all questions. Outgoing and friendly. Staff was very good also.
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 other person found this helpful
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Robert – Feb 25, 2021
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Needed endoscopic procedure. He found my issue ; began treatment; I am feeling much better; office staff is also very recommended
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
4 others found this helpful
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CAMELLIA HOPE – May 09, 2020
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to much in a hurry, doesn't listen well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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sergentpa – Nov 29, 2019
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I went to a consultation for my husband to have a colonoscopy with Dr. Whitehead. I had never had one because I had always said, I am not doing that. My husband looked at Dr. Whitehead and said Dr. Whitehead, my wife has never had one, he asked me why, I said I don't want one. He looked at his staff and said please set Mr and Mrs. Foster up for a colonoscopy next week. Needless to say I felt like my husband threw me under the bus. So lucky that he did. When the doctor performed my procedure, he found that I had colon cancer. Luckily it had not penetrated the wall of the colon. That was on Friday morning. He conferred with Dr. Kitchen who was out of town, I was admitted into the hospital on Sunday and I had surgery to remove about 18 inches of my colon on Monday. Those two doctors saved my life. I owe a big debt of gratitude to Dr. Whitehead for his early find. He is a great doctor and I would recommend him to anyone and have. Several of our friends are now scheduled.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Linda Foster – Aug 06, 2019
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This doctor is in a big hurry with patients. I don’t recommend him. One of the worst experiences I’ve ever had with a medical provider. I should have listened to my gut after he and his nurse brushed off my questions and shopped around for a better doctor.
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Feb 25, 2019
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If you can find a better doctor. This man does not care about patient well being, he has a know it all demeanor and staff in the facility are rude. Unprofessional and Very DISAPPOINTING.
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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May 10, 2018
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Dr. Whitehead has saved the lives of 2 of my family members; my husband, who had a bleeding ulcer several years ago & more recently my father, who had a blocked bile duct. Dr. Whitehead systematically diagnosed each case. Our family’s confidence in him is 2nd to none. He is very easy to talk to, taking time to listen to any concerns from the patient and family. He actually accompanied a nurse to take one family member to surgery to expedite the procedure. That spoke volumes about this doctor!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Forever grateful – Jul 03, 2017
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I TOTALLY disagree with the negative comments posted. So, in short, I do not visit the medical field often. In fact, rarely do I go to a doctor. I had the most wonderful consultation with Dr. Whitehead prior to my Colonoscopy. Doc's bed side manners were literally second to none. Really made me feel very comfortable. The staff which he employs are over and beyond any that I have dealt with in many years. I loved the service so much that I scheduled my endoscopy the following month. What a Team!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Wynn G. in Brunswick, GA – Sep 05, 2016
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Such a rude doctor. Told me there was nothing wrong with me. 2nd opinion proves otherwise. He was so hateful and rude. Never will I return to his office or recommend him to any family or friends.
What went well
No results
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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Brunswick, GA – Aug 18, 2016
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O stars. This man is a fool. Do not go to him. I went to him 10 years ago for stomach issues and losing weight and he continually harassed me and called me the medicaid pt. My husband worked for the hospital next door to his office. Nothing wrong with medicaid ps , I am a social worker. Next he claimed I had anorexia. . Finally he did an endoscopy and colono scope on me and told the whole surgical teamI was the medicaid pt. I now need an endoscopy and requested another dr, but they refused m
What went well
No results
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
11 others found this helpful
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Jenny in Brunswick, Ga – Mar 23, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

David C Whitehead, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and gastroenterologist at Southeast Georgia Physician Associates-Gastroenterology. He sees patients in Brunswick and St. Marys, Georgia. An experienced and compassionate physician,...read more

biography

David C. Whitehead, M.D., is a board-certified internal medicine physician and gastroenterologist at Southeast Georgia Physician Associates-Gastroenterology. He sees patients in Brunswick and St. Marys, Georgia. An experienced and compassionate...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center-memphis - Memphis, Tn

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Tulane University School Of Med

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tn College Of Med

    Residency Hospital
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
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Gastroenterology
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Locations

Archbold Gastroenterology

Archbold Gastroenterology112 Mimosa Dr Thomasville, GA 31792
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Southeast Georgia Health System-Brunswick

    2415 Parkwood Dr
    Brunswick, GA 31520

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

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