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Dr. John Cello, MD

Dr. John Cello, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Cello, MD is a gastroenterologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at San Francisco in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

1701 Divisadero St Ste 120 San Francisco, CA 94115

Make an Appointment

(415) 502-4444

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cello is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights San Francisco, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cello specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cello's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cello

2.2

5 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
20%
20%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
20%
20%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
60%
60%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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kathryn schear in san francisco – Jan 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
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sheila in san francisco – Aug 24, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
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Mark in CA – Aug 24, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Cello, MD is a gastroenterologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at San Francisco in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities UCSF Helen Diller...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of California At San Francisco

    Medical School, 1977
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

Esophageal Motility Center1701 Divisadero St Ste 120 San Francisco, CA 94115
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Ucsf1001 Potrero Ave San Francisco, CA 94110
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University of California San Francisco505 Parnassus Ave San Francisco, CA 94143
3
Univ of California Home Care Serv400 Parnassus Ave San Francisco, CA 94143
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94143
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center

    1001 Potrero Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94110
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    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.

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

    1% 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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