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Dr. David Rutta, MD

Dr. David Rutta, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Rutta, MD is a gastroenterologist in Scranton, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Community Medical Center and Regional Hospital of Scranton. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

517 Ash St Ste 1 Scranton, PA 18509
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(570) 969-0151

Dr. Rutta is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rutta specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rutta's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rutta

3.7
11 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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2 star
18%
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1 star
18%
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Dr. Rutta lacking
Less than pleasant experience. Dr. Rutta talks down to people, does not listen to his patients. He does not explain things well and he did not help me at all. I would never recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2024
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Great Dr. and staff!
This was the easiest Colonoscopy's I have ever had! The prep was so much better and was easy to drink. The doctor and his staff were wonderful! Explained everything thoroughly.
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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BGP – Aug 25, 2023
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Dr does not really listen to you and never calls you back.
What went well
No results
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
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2020
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Dr Rutta is not only an excellent, trustworthy physician but he displays care, openness and time to explain and follow-up. I have a family with a strong colon cancer history, and he is understanding and willing to work with me to alleviate both fear and possible future problems. Anesthesia used leaves. no after-effect! My husband and I have seen Dr. Rutta for this routine procedure since time of recommendation and we and can only recommend him highly, as well as his caring staff..
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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Marianne in PA – Dec 03, 2017
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Very caring person. Excellent 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
4 others found this helpful
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Paul Buholski in scranton, pa – Mar 21, 2017
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Rude and condescending. I was told Colitis does not cause the pain I am feeling. I am not sure where a doctor or anyone gets off telling me or anyone else how they feel. I would highly recommend looking for a GI doctor elsewhere. He was also very rushed and would not listen to what we have to say. FYI I saw this doctor in the hosptial.
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Jane Doe in Scranton, PA – Jun 11, 2016
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Poor bedside manner. He didn't seem to take my previously diagnosed chronic illness or my current gastroenterological symptoms seriously, just throwing random medication at my symptoms without doing further testing to actually diagnose the underlying problem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Scranton, PA – Mar 31, 2016
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biography

Dr. David Rutta, MD is a gastroenterologist in Scranton, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Community Medical Center and Regional...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Rutta is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Gastrointestinal Consultants of Nepa517 Ash St Ste 1 Scranton, PA 18509
    1
    Moses Taylor Hospital700 Quincy Ave Scranton, PA 18510
    2
    Regional Hospital of Scranton746 Jefferson Ave Scranton, PA 18510
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Geisinger Community Medical Center

      1800 Mulberry St
      Scranton, PA 18510
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Regional Hospital of Scranton

      746 Jefferson Ave
      Scranton, PA 18510

      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

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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