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Dr. Matthew Viernes, MD

Dr. Matthew Viernes, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Matthew Viernes, MD is a gastroenterologist in Oceanside, CA. Dr. Viernes has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

3923 Waring Rd Ste A Oceanside, CA 92056
Telehealth available

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Dr. Viernes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Viernes

3.2
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Cold, insensitive, rude, and judgmental. I never went back. This man should not be working with patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Tracy S – Aug 11, 2023
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Because there were no appointments available for an endoscopy, Scripps assign me to Dr Matthew Viernes, on February 27, 2020. He performed the endoscopy at the Scripps Hospital in Encinitas with NO RESULTS, no pictures, no diagnosis, no follow up visit, NOTHING. He was unpersonal, never spoke to me before or after the procedure, cold person not fitted to dealt with patients. Because my symptoms continued with more pain, I ended up seeking help with another group of Gastroenterologist to which immediately they ordered another Endoscopy and a Colonoscopy. Had both procedures done last Monday, October 19th, 2020, got the results, diagnosis, pictures and follow up visit plus treatment. The finding was alarming, thanks that I search for 2nd opinions. I Have a very enlarge Hiatal Hernia that if it goes any longer untreated or without a surgical procedure it could cost me my life. Dr. Viernes you don’t deserve a single star, find another job you don’t belong in the medical field.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
7 others found this helpful
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Iris Balmelli – Oct 25, 2020
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Best doctor i've seen for my stomach issue. Even my roommate has seen him & like him. Highly recommend Dr V.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Oceanside, CA – Apr 12, 2018
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Dr. Viernes has a standard, impersonal, assembly line medical practice that provides satisfactory care. My rating is based on my participation in the GEHA insurance plan that encourages participants to obtain a colonoscopy and claims that it will be of NO COST to GEHA providers. Dr. Viernes is a GEHA provider, but he uses anesthesiologists and a facility that are out of the GEHA network. This has cost me $650 so far. GEHA members BEWARE!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 others found this helpful
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San Marcos, CA – Aug 24, 2016
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Believing I had only a minor problem went in to see Dr. Viernes for a colonoscopy. The diagnosis was of an extremely rare form of cancer. The Dr. immediately went to work scheduling appointments necessary to begin to conquer the problem. Thanks to him and nis staff, within a week I had two very important appointments. He was compassionate and knowledgeable. And he was always quick to return calls. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Carlsbad, CA – Aug 09, 2016
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Excellent Doctor who communicates well, has a sense of humor yet deals with medical issues seriously. Appointments have improved but front office staff isn't warm.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Carlsbad, CA – May 03, 2016
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Dr. Matthew Viernes, MD is a gastroenterologist in Oceanside, CA. Dr. Viernes has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Scripps Clinic|ucla Med Ctr/ucla D Geffen School

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.3923 Waring Rd Ste A Oceanside, CA 92056
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