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Dr. George Bolen, MD

Dr. George Bolen, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. George Bolen, MD is a gastroenterologist in Bethesda, MD and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bolen has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 404 Bethesda, MD 20817
Telehealth available

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Dr. Bolen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Bolen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bolen

3.8
32 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
16%
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3 star
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2 star
3%
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1 star
25%
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Dismissive
Disinterested and impatient, particularly during follow up calls.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Luke – Apr 01, 2024
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Initially, I gave Dr. Bolen 5 stars, he seemed like a professional doctor who was interested in my care as a new patient. But into the 3rd or 4th visit with him, he was a different doctor, he got highly annoyed with me, raised his voice to me and showed no interest in what I was there for. Why, because I was not agreeing with what he wanted me to do, medically, which was my right as a patient. That was my last visit with him. Physicians are to be compassionate, patient and willing to hear the concerns of the patient and willing to work with the patient. He gets one star.
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 22, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr. Bolen's for many years now. When I was first referred to him by my excellent primary care doctor she told me he was outstanding and I would be in very good hands. This certainly has been the case. In addition, Dr. Bolen is a friendly and caring man in person. I am very fortunate to have him as my doctor.
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
2 others found this helpful
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David Mullaney – Jul 18, 2019
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Assertive, very good listener. His feedback is great! You can get it in a day. He called me for advice. I wish he could be my Prime-care Doctor!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 12, 2019
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Dr. Bolen cares a lot about his patients, and shows compassion when listening and answering questions and concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Henry Khachaturian in Rockville, MD – Jun 30, 2019
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patient, thorough and answers all your questions!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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I had a pre-op visit with Dr. Bolen. Wait time was short. He was very thorough with my medical history and expained in detail what the procedure would be like, how to prep for it. He was very professional and personal. He listened to and answered all my questions. I have total trust in him. A great 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 16, 2018
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Listens well, don’t feel rushed out the door, responds with details to questions, respectful, kind
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Lisa in Silver springs, MD – Nov 09, 2018
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Provided a very comprehensive explanation of the treatment I would be receiving and answered all questions.
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
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Oct 17, 2018
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One of the sharpest physicians I have ever seen. Very meticulous in collecting past and present medical history. Someone who will identify the most likely cause of problems without running useless battery of tests or unnecessary drugs.
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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Washington, DC – Dec 02, 2017
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Dr. has a rather condescending manner.He gives the impression of always being in a hurry and leaves the impression that he doesn't have the time to answer questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
8 others found this helpful
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Bruce Benton in Bethesda, MD – Aug 29, 2017
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Excellent and professional. Direct and straight forward. Doesn't talk much.
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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ashburn, va – Mar 28, 2017
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I have seen/talked to Dr. Bolen 4 times in a period of 6 months. Every time we spoke he acted as if it was the first time he had heard of my symptoms. None of my symptoms have been resolved.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Livermore, CA – Jan 12, 2017
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care philosophy

Capital Digestive Care offers the greatest collective experience in the area and the most accessible care. 

  • 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.

  • Ny Hospital Cornell Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1980

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - New York Weill Cornell Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977

  • Yale University

    Medical School, 1977

  • Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

    Undergraduate School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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    Locations

    Practice

    Office10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 404 Bethesda, MD 20817
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sibley Memorial Hospital

      5255 Loughboro Rd NW
      Washington, DC 20016
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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

      77%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      12% higher than the national average

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