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Dr. Donald Varner Jr, MD

Dr. Donald Varner Jr, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Varner Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hendersonville, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Varner Jr has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Hendersonville and Pardee Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1032 Fleming St Hendersonville, NC 28791
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(828) 699-3099

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Varner Jr is affiliated with AdventHealth Hendersonville Hendersonville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Varner Jr specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Varner Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Varner Jr

3.3

12 ratings, 8 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
42%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Monica – Mar 12, 2024
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 23, 2023
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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
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Raymond T – Oct 05, 2022
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ev D – Sep 07, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ev D – Sep 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Messed up appointments. – Aug 02, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 13, 2018
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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
10 people found this helpful
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Retired principal in Hendersonville, NC – Jul 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donald Varner Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hendersonville, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Varner Jr has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease....read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 1981
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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Locations

Practice

Carolina Mountain Gastroenterology Endoscopy Cente1032 Fleming St Hendersonville, NC 28791
1
Office188 Medical Park Dr Ste A Brevard, NC 28712
2
Transylvania Regional Hospital260 Hospital Dr Brevard, NC 28712
3

Practice

The Endoscopy Center191 Biltmore Ave Asheville, NC 28801
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • AdventHealth Hendersonville

    100 Hospital Dr
    Hendersonville, NC 28792
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Pardee Hospital

    800 N Justice St
    Hendersonville, NC 28791
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    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

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Transylvania Regional Hospital

    260 Hospital Dr
    Brevard, NC 28712

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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