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Dr. Karl Hempel, MD

Dr. Karl Hempel, MD

Rheumatology*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Karl Hempel, MD is a rheumatologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MAIN CAMPUS in 1964.

4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

414 Navarro St Ste 703 San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 224-4811

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hempel specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Hempel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hempel

4.0
25 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
72%
72%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
20%
20%

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He was my Rheumatologist for many years. Now that he is retired, I'm faced with finding another doctor. I'm gonna miss him!
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
Helpful
Shirley in Charlotte, TX – Nov 17, 2018
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I am sure in his prime he was a phenomenal doctor, and I am not an ageist, this is from actual experience with him. Each time you go it's as if he doesn't remember seeing you before. He reads through the papers, doesn't answer point blank questions, and seems disoriented. His nurse is not friendly and I think the only reason he's still practicing is she covers for him.
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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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San Antonio – Jan 09, 2018
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Dr.Hemple He is my arthritis doctor, and his the greatest Dr that always helps me get control of my arthritis pain, and I will never miss an appointment with him. That's go great he is, Thank you so much! He tells me like it is, and is very very professional and knows what his talking about, Dr. Gentle is efficient in working with the severity of my arthritis management, and treats me with respect and kindness, and I will be visiting again this month because Its going on 5 yrs, now for me
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ophelia, Gomez in San Antonio Tx – Jul 15, 2017
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He just did job I have seening him for more than 10 years don't have plans to change 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
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Gary yeager in Floresville texas – Mar 30, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karl Hempel, MD is a rheumatologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MAIN CAMPUS in 1964.

  • Rheumatology

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  • University Of Cincinnati / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1964
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Internal Medicine†
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Rheumatology†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

San Antonio Medical Associates414 Navarro St Ste 703 San Antonio, TX 78205
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