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Dr. Joel Garsten, MD

Dr. Joel Garsten, MD

Gastroenterology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Garsten, MD is a gastroenterologist in Waterbury, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown U, School of Medicine|Georgetown University / School of Dentistry in 1973. He is affiliated with Saint Mary's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

60 Westwood Ave Ste 314 Waterbury, CT 06708
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Dr. Garsten's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garsten

4.5

8 ratings, 3 with a written review
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1 Star
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Cathleen Cohen – Jun 21, 2020
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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
9 people found this helpful
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Marilyn Hollenbeck in Watertown, CT – Mar 14, 2016
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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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
9 people found this helpful
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Michelle M in Southington, CT – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Garsten, MD is a gastroenterologist in Waterbury, CT and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown U, School of Medicine|Georgetown University / School of Dentistry in 1973. He is affiliated with...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Cornell University

    Residency Hospital, 1976
  • Cornell U-north Shore University Hos

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • Georgetown U, School Of Medicine|georgetown University / School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Digestive Disease Center of Ct60 Westwood Ave Ste 314 Waterbury, CT 06708
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Mary's Hospital

    56 Franklin St
    Waterbury, CT 06706

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

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