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Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD

Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD is a gastroenterologist in Crystal River, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hellstern has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Esophageal Disorders, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated from Wright State University in 1990. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8:30 am
to
4:30 pm

Tuesday

8:30 am
to
4:30 pm

Wednesday

8:30 am
to
4:30 pm

Thursday

8:30 am
to
4:30 pm

Friday

8:30 am
to
4:30 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy
Crystal River, FL 34429

Dr. Hellstern 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 ExpertiseDr. Hellstern specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.

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Dr. Hellstern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hellstern

3.5

41 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
56%
56%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
29%
29%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 22, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Peter Hagberg – Jan 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cathy Marin – Dec 02, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 18, 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
Helpful
Michaela – Dec 16, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
AnneB – Aug 30, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ron Kornatowski – Jun 15, 2021
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Karen B. in Homosassa, FL – Jun 21, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jim Tittle in Crystal River, FL – Jun 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
dogloverinfl – Jun 07, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rita in Lecanto – Feb 13, 2018
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janice Haley in Pacific Mo – Jun 30, 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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Geraldine Gralto in Hernando, FL – Apr 24, 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
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joyce Simek in Inverness, FL – Apr 19, 2016
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maureen in Hernando, FL – Feb 22, 2016
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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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Inverness, FL – Jan 13, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mike in Lecanto, FL – Jan 12, 2016
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The primary mission of our medical practice is to provide service to the people of our community.We aim to be compassionate, understanding and sympathetic.
  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Wright State University Program

    Residency Hospital
  • Wright State University Program

    Internship Hospital
  • Wright State University

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Hellstern is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Citrus Hospital

      502 W Highland Blvd
      Inverness, FL 34452
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      70%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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