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Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD

Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD is a gastroenterologist in Salem, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Em has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Salem Hospital and Salem Health West Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 68 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (68 reviews)

Practice

875 Oak St SE Ste 3010 Salem, OR 97301
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Em is affiliated with Salem Hospital Salem, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Em is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Em specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Em's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Em

4.8
68 ratings, 59 with a written review
5 star
90%
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4 star
6%
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3 star
1%
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2 star
3%
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1 star
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He does a great job every time.
Nothing stops him from going to where he needs to go. He does a great job and beyond. I have seen Dr. Em for years and never been disappointed.
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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Rafaela Burton – Apr 05, 2025
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Dr Em did an excellent job!
The whole colonoscopy experience is no fun!… but the whole process from scheduling to discharge was very well done. They do an awesome job!
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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Mar 11, 2025
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Received excellent pre-op care from nurse and anesthesia nurse. Dr. and all nurses were competent and put me at ease.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 22, 2025
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Colonoscopy
It was satisfying
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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Heskel Andrike, jr – Feb 22, 2025
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EDG
The staff and DR. were amazing. My care and concerns were their number 1 priority
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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B J – Feb 05, 2025
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Gastroentimoligist
Over the course of the last 20 years, Dr. Em has performedat least 4 colonoscopies on me. Everything went perfectly in all cases. Currently I am having swallowing problems and I met with him so he could let me know everything I needed to know for the ephosagus precedures. He inspires confidence.
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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Alfred Luke Fritz, Jr – Feb 04, 2025
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Very kind and patient
Dr.Em was very kind and patient with all the questions I had for him. I'm the type of person to really value patience so this really stood out to me for a doctor.
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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Lilly – Feb 03, 2025
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Very professional and kind
I was very anxious but they took great care of me and eased all of my anxiety and worrying
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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Robert m – Jan 28, 2025
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Efficient, intelligent
He made me feel comfortable he explained everything well. He did a great job.
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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Cristy Herzberg – Jan 24, 2025
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Dr Em is a great doctor, always kind and helpful.
All of the staff were very professional and explained everything.
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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Jan 08, 2025
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Could not of gone better
Dr. Em, was great, when you have to have a procedure done, of course you are anxious, nervous and stressed. Dr. Em was a reassuring person that made me feel at ease on having the procedure. Before the procedure the Staff took great care of me, kept me informed at all times and would always offer information and answered all my questions. I talked to Dr. Em before we started, he explained what was going to happen. He made me feel comfortable about the everything and always asked if he needed to explain anything further. I didn't feel a thing. After the procedure the staff took exceptional care of me. Offered me a drink as soon as I woke up. Dr. Em came in after, did a quick review of the procedure, comforted me on the results and left me with a positive attitude about everything and assured me of keeping me posted. The staff again, perfect. Can not put into words how such a stressful procedure can be handled in such a perfect way. Thanks to Dr. Em and all the staff.
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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Michael B – Oct 02, 2024
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Super easy process and fantastic staff
Dr. Em did this procedure for me 14 years ago as it turns out! what a coincidence. The cheerful demeanor of Dr. Em and all the great staff made for an uneventful visit. These folks are top shelf care. Thank you all...
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mr. M – Sep 21, 2024
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Definitely
The communication about patient to spouse was excellent.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Carl – Sep 20, 2024
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Difficult to ask questions. He gives his speech and shakes his finger at you when you ask a questi
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 23, 2024
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Nice guy!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Aug 04, 2024
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Excellent
Everyone was kind and helpful
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2024
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Doctor and staff good, procedure went well.
The doctor and staff were friendly, and the procedure went well. I took off one star because there was no parking available in the garage, as well as anywhere else near by. I ended up having to walk quite a way (on a day it was 102°), and considering I'm disabled with mobility issues, it would have been nice if they would mention the lack of parking on their website. I took off a second star because they didn't get me in until almost an hour past my appointment time.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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D. K. – Jul 12, 2024
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He is knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Staff was helpful with instructions and made you feel comfortable.
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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PatriciaK – Jul 10, 2024
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The doctor may have done a good job on my colonoscopy. But when he came in to review the colonoscopy with me, he seemed to be in a hurry, told me I had three polyps removed, and they looked benign, but would be checked, and then he started to leave. In the past, I was actually shown pictures of my colonoscopy and told if he found anything else besides polyps. I asked him if there was any bleeding In my colon, and he told me I had hemorrhoids, And that the results of the biopsies would be sent to me, and he walked away.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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John Jager – Jun 28, 2024
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Good bedside manner
Dr. Em was personable, asked me questions that showed he had read my chart, listened when I spoke and explained the findings after my procedure in a clear manner.
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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Jun 27, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Makkalearn Em, MD is a gastroenterologist in Salem, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Em has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mount Sinai Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • University Of California, Irvine

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
  • Harvard

    Undergraduate School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Em is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Salem Gastroenterology Consultants PC875 Oak St SE Ste 3010 Salem, OR 97301
    1
    Pacific Pathology Associates Inc665 Winter St SE Salem, OR 97301
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Salem Hospital

      890 Oak St SE
      Salem, OR 97301
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      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

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Salem Health West Valley Hospital

      525 SE Washington St
      Dallas, OR 97338
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