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Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 60
Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD
3.5 (39 Ratings)

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Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Crystal River, FL.
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Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 60
Crystal River, FL
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Crystal River, FL.

About

Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Crystal River, FL and has 34 years experience. They graduated from Wright State University in 1990 and completed a residency at Wright State University Program.They currently practice at Gastroenterology Associates - Crystal River and are affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital. Dr. Hellstern has experience treating conditions like Esophagitis, Constipation and Gastric Ulcer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hellstern received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 39 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hellstern is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Esophagitis
Constipation
Gastric Ulcer
Esophagitis
Constipation
Gastric Ulcer
Esophagitis
Constipation
Gastric Ulcer
Barrett's Esophagus
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Ulcer
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Anemia
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Colorectal Polyp
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Abdominal Pain
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Bile Duct Obstruction
Celiac Disease
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Alcoholic Gastritis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Ascites
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Biliary Cirrhosis
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bowel Strangulation
Cholangitis
Chronic Anal Fissure
Colon Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Cyclical Vomiting
Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome
Dehydration
Duodenal Cancer
Dysentery
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Folate Deficiency Anemia
Gallstones
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Diseases and Disorders
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pernicious Anemia
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomal Ulcer
Viral Enteritis
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Vitamin_Deficiency
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anoscopy
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Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • CarePlus
    Secure Horizons
    United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Gastroenterology Associates - Crystal River
    6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (352) 563-2450
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Gastroenterology Associates - Homosassa
    7991 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446
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  3. 3 Gastroenterology Associates - Inverness
    2653 Forest Dr, Inverness, FL 34453
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Patient Satisfaction

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3.5
Based on 39 Reviews
5 Stars (22)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (11)

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Jan 26, 2024
Excellent Dr. , I would recommend to everyone. This guy really knows his tihs . He takes time to talk and has an excellent , excellent demeanor.
Peter Hagberg — Jan 26, 2024
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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Wright State University
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Wright State University Program
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Wright State University Program
    1993
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
    1995
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hellstern's profile.

Dr. Hellstern frequently treats the following conditions: Esophagitis, Constipation and Gastric Ulcer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • HCA Florida Citrus Hospital

    502 W Highland Blvd, Inverness, FL