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Dr. Harry Shephard, MD

Dr. Harry Shephard, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Harry Shephard, MD is a gastroenterologist in Altamonte Springs, FL. Dr. Shephard has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with AdventHealth Orlando. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 109 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (109 reviews)

Digestive Disease Consultants Orlando

623 Maitland Ave Ste 200 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
Telehealth available

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Dr. Shephard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shephard

4.7
109 ratings, 93 with a written review
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My fav!
Dr. Shephard has been my gastroenterologist for over 5 years now and has been diligent in treating my Crohn's disease. He has great bedside manner and it shows that he is well rounded in the newest research in the field.
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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Shelby – Jan 08, 2025
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Favorite Gastroenterologist
Been a patient of Dr. Shepherd for 5 years - Fantastic gastroenterologists - Takes his time with patients - has a great bedside manner and friendly
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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Linda H. – Jun 29, 2024
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Must Take His Drugs or he wont see you!
Saw him based on high ratings to oversee Crohns/Colitis I've had over 15 years. When he learned I was only interested in treating with Steroids, he disagreed with my wishes. He literally INSISTED I take a Biologic or Immunosuppressant to treat this. This drugs have MUCH more severe Side Effects. And- they are not guaranteed to work! Such a shame I drove over an hour to waste my time with a Doctor that does not respect a Patient's opinion or concerns.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Former Patient – Dec 07, 2022
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In too big a hurry to take an accurate history.
My family physician sent me to Dr Shepard to see if my low red blood count, low hemoglobin, and low hematocrit might indicate a GI bleed. Dr Shepard immediately refused to listen to any history of my problem, refused to look at any of the past lab reports, and refused to look at the spread sheet showing a progressive history of declining blood results. He said he wanted to “optimize his time” and he insisted I tell him “in one word” why I was there. He became irritated when I told him it took more than one word. He refused to let me tell him that my recent hospitalization was for a severe fall and BLOOD LOSS—information that would be critical to determining whether the present low blood results justified a colonoscopy—which was the question I came to have answered. When it became obvious that he wasn’t going to take an accurate medical history, I left. A physician who will not take an accurate history is not one I feel safe in having treat me.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Howard – Aug 18, 2022
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Awesome doctor , his nurse is amazing , they both have a welcoming attitude and made me feel at ease for my first visit! The whole staff overall since i walked in was amazing ! The wait time is amazing , well what wait time? I was in and out as a new patient in less then an hour! You guys are rockstars ! Highly recommend
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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Joseph – Feb 16, 2022
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I have been seeing Dr.Shepard about 8 yrs now and I trust his knowledge and experience. He is a compassionate Doctor and so glad I have him for guidance with my issues. Sometimes hard to navigate your system for getting a response to an inquiry about a medical issue and have gone to the office ‘in person’ for a response.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Jill B. – Jan 02, 2022
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My experience with Dr Shephard was very good he is a awesome Dr . He fixed the issue that I had Dr Shephard takes his time with his patients he listens to them seems to really care about you and what’s going on with you so he can do the best he can to get your Issues resolved quickly Thank you Dr Shephard
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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Kevin J. P. – Dec 31, 2021
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Very good and very satisfied with Allthe personal wom take care for all my treament
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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Melendez, S. A. – Dec 23, 2021
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He’s really good and he gets you win right away and he’s very thorough!
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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Kelley, A. R. A. – Dec 23, 2021
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Very good, I don't have any complain. Thanks for your help.
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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Elvira E. P. – Dec 23, 2021
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Excellent
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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Washington, N. A. – Dec 18, 2021
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Dr. Shepherd is professional and capable. I trust his care implicitly. I've been under his care in the past and will do so in the future I'd necessary
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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Christian C. – Dec 16, 2021
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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
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Lorenzo, M. M. A. – Dec 16, 2021
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He is very attentive with the patients and cares about there problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Ana V. – Dec 16, 2021
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Informative,would like my question answered little better.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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A. R. S. A. – Dec 14, 2021
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I have seen Dr Shephard several times and have always been satisfied with his medical expertise. He has guided me in my issues at hand .
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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Betty S. – Dec 14, 2021
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Appreciate that my concern was treated urgently
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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Nikia W. – Dec 14, 2021
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He reassured me and prescribed a medication to address the problem.
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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Noella G. A. – Dec 14, 2021
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He's awesome the best very Professional and pleasant
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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Peterson, T. L. A. – Dec 14, 2021
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Dr Shephard is impressive, he cares about me as a patient and takes the time to ensure a correct diagnosis. He is my favorite doctor and I trust him. Dr Shephard listens and makes you feel your in the best medical hands possible and you are. He goes the extra mile and explains it where you understand all options available. Greg Morris
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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Gregory M. – Dec 14, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Harry Shephard received his Medical Doctorate from Catholic University in Guayaquil, Ecuador, South America in 1985. He then attended the University of Miami, where he completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship...read more

biography

Dr. Harry Shephard specializes in Gastroenterology - Colonoscopy . He received his Medical Doctorate from Catholic University.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Tufts Medical Center (new England) Program

    Residency Hospital
  • Pontificia Universidad Catã›lica Del Ecuador Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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    Digestive Disease Consultants Orlando623 Maitland Ave Ste 200 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
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