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Dr. Christopher Bartels, MD

Dr. Christopher Bartels, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Bartels, MD is a general surgeon in Colchester, VT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Virginia / Main Campus in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Medical Center and University of Vermont Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

302 Mountain View Dr Ste 102 Colchester, VT 05446

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bartels is affiliated with University of Vermont Medical Center Burlington, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Bartels' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bartels

4.5
17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
12%
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Great experience
Dr. Bartels repaired my bilateral inguinal hernia. I would highly recommend him. After my surgery, I had a few questions and his office was closed. He returned my call and put me at ease and answered my questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 14, 2023
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I trusted him. I will forever be bewildered and hurt that there was no regard for my health or my future. He has many years experience and should have known better. There is no way to understand any of it.
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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SongBird – Jul 26, 2022
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The worst Dr I have every seen, and I've been to many- went to see him because of a swollen lymph node under my arm that keeps reoccurring. He said that he couldn't help me because it could be from shaving and I needed an HIV test, which was negative of course since I have been married to the same women for almost 26 years..and she is negative as well... makes no sense to me.. I WASTED MONEY ON THE WORTHLESS APPT to be told I need to see somebody else.. ridiculous!!!!
What went well
  • Wait times
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
4 others found this helpful
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Greensburg Pa – Aug 24, 2017
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I Just had inguinal and femoral hernia surgery by Dr. Bartels. I am so thankful for this God gifted surgeon! I have been complaining of groin and thigh pain for so many years to so many different Doctors and they ignored my complaints. They wanted me to waste my time and money on therapy or different medicine. I knew I'd find the right Dr. eventually that could figure out what was wrong and Dr Bartels did. He spent time listening to me and has the best bedside manner. He doesn't rush he listens
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
3 others found this helpful
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Tarrs , PA – May 06, 2017
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He saved my life and will forever be thankful. I admire him and his bedside manners are wonderful. He did emergency surgery on my stomach and was a miracle when I came out of coma. He's the best.
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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Debra in New Kensington, PA – Dec 05, 2016
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Dr. Bartels did my parathyroid surgery. I went into the hospital with stomach pain, chest pain, and bone pain in my feet. Immediately after surgery I felt great! The pain was gone, totally. The surgery was easy. I only took Tylenol for pain because there wasn't much. I just cant believe how bad I felt going in, and how great I felt after surgery; I am two weeks post operative and I feel wonderful! My numbers are good on my blood work and I would have Dr. Bartels do surgery if I needed it again.
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
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pauline maszak in Allison Park, PA – Oct 28, 2016
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Dr Bartels is a wonderfully caring doctor that addressed my health issues in a fast, timely manner. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a compassionate docotr.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Kelly in Harmar PA – Feb 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe that a patient is a person with a disease. I feel that a partnership with the patient is important to deliver the highest quality care.

biography

Dr Bartels was at the University of Pittsburgh from 1998-2016 attaining the position of Clinical Professor and Chairman of Surgery at UPMC St. Margaret. He then recruited as Chairman of Surgery at Excela Health in Western PA until 2019. ...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Surgical Oncology

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  • National Institutes Of Health National Cancer Institute

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Virginia Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • University Of Virginia / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1990
  • University Of Virginia School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
  • Canisius College

    Undergraduate School, 1986
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Locations

Practice

Green Mountain Hernia Specialists302 Mountain View Dr Ste 102 Colchester, VT 05446
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Vermont Medical Center

    111 Colchester Ave
    Burlington, VT 05401
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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  • Northwestern Medical Center

    133 Fairfield St
    Saint Albans, VT 05478

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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