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Dr. Darell Covington, MD

Dr. Darell Covington, MD

Colorectal Surgery*

Dr. Darell Covington, MD is a colorectal surgeon in East Stroudsburg, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus and St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (25 reviews)

St. Luke's Colon & Rectal Surgery - East Stroudsburg

9090 Franklin Hill Rd Ste 201 East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Telehealth available

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(484) 526-6545

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Covington's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Covington

4.8
25 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Healed me when 9 others couldn't!
Dr. Covington was so patient and very careful - resolving the simplest things first and then, ultimately I needed some surgery and he was 100% successful! I had 9 other doctors try to find my internal bleeding over 2 years - specialists in all GI tract areas, and multiple procedures before finding Dr. Covington. I was receiving Iron transfusions every 3 months, and was not well! Dr. Covington found, and fixed my issue!
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
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Feb 18, 2025
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Wonderful and very calming
Dr Covington really helped calm me and reassured me during my visit with him and my procedure. He is very informative in every step. Highly recommend and would go back to him.
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
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Brandi – Oct 29, 2024
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I have had several procedures by Dr. Excellent man
Dr. Covington has the best bedside manners , he listens and has always returned any call From answering service. In my case , I had some problems the day before the procedure was to be performed. I called late pm and he called me back before 8. He explained what problem was and we decided whether to go on with procedure or not, in terms I understood.
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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Bob Grinaway – Feb 18, 2023
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Dr. Covington is very patient and thorough.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
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Juliette Owens – Sep 30, 2022
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My first impression was that he was personable and honest in answering my questions. He is a very skilled physician, I had my colonoscopy and I felt safe. He listens to you and gives you good advice. He is compassionate as well as skilled and I feel safe in his care. I have been his patient for about five years now.
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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Nannette Nelson – Dec 28, 2021
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I have been his patient almost from his beginning practice...about 38 years. He performed my first colonoscopy and removed a very large growth and I credit him with saving my life. He has performed numerous colonoscopies (he has kept me on a fairly regimented schedule due to the first finding) over the years. He has performed other non-life threatening procedures on me as well. I've had a few occasions when I needed to speak to him "after hours" and he has always been reachable or quick to respond. I highly recommend 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
1 other person found this helpful
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John – Sep 23, 2020
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Dr. Covington is very knowledgeable and takes time to answer every question. Even though my grandmother had colon cancer I was reluctant to have my first colonoscopy and had been avoiding it for years. He took the time to explain the process and how preventable colon cancer can be. I came through the procedure and all went well. Years of worry were for naught. I highly recommend Dr. Covington. He is a true professional who genuinely cares. And his staff and the staff at the Surgery Center are Fantastic. Pat Effort, PA Feb. 7, 2019
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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Feb 08, 2020
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I went to Dr. Covington, after a colonoscopy showed a mass in my colon. Dr Covington went over the entire procedure with my wife and myself. He was extremely thorough, professional, very knowledgeable and made me feel as comfortble as possible with the upcoming surgery. After surgery, he came out and talked to my family and answered all their questions. His bedside manner was excellent, and on a side note all the nurses said he is a wonderful 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
4 others found this helpful
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K. Stumpe – Jan 04, 2018
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he has been my doctor for 22 yrs. and will be until he or I are not available. 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
3 others found this helpful
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marian in Tobyhanna, PA – Oct 06, 2016
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I went there with a thromboid hemroid and a lot of fear. His staff was very good in relaxing me and making me comfortable.The Dr is very professional but at the same time has a calming manner. I highly recommend them
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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Scott in Milford, PA – Jul 30, 2016
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Very supportive, answered every question asked of him Wonderful bedside manner
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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Susan conforti in East Stroudsburg PA – May 30, 2016
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Dr. Darell Covington, MD is a colorectal surgeon in East Stroudsburg, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus and St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Colorectal Surgery

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Locations

St. Luke's Colon & Rectal Surgery - East Stroudsburg

St. Luke's Colon & Rectal Surgery - East Stroudsburg9090 Franklin Hill Rd Ste 201 East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus

    100 St Lukes Ln
    Stroudsburg, PA 18360
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus

    801 Ostrum St
    Bethlehem, PA 18015
    Recipient of 45
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2023)

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

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    View all awards

    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 said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lehigh Valley Hospital Pocono

    206 E Brown St
    East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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