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Dr. Patrick Tempera, MD

Dr. Patrick Tempera, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Patrick Tempera, MD is a gastroenterologist in Union, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tempera has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from St George's University in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Overlook Medical Center and Trinitas Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 162 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (162 reviews)

Practice

1308 Morris Ave Ste 102 Union, NJ 07083
Telehealth available

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Dr. Tempera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tempera

4.9
162 ratings, 45 with a written review
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He is an amazing Dr with great bedside manner
You can’t get an appointment and when you do, they cancel and the office staff is not helpful in rescheduling in a timely manner. If you actually need care, use someone else who has availability
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 09, 2022
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i rarely write reviews but this one is so warranted. absolutely horrible. no follow through at all. i have been experiencing gerd (which has severely affected my asthma) for the last three months. i finally saw dr tempera two months ago. after many other tests, he ordered an endoscopy and said his office staff would contact me to schedule. after two weeks of waiting for that call, i reached out to the office at least 5 times to schedule the endoscopy. each time i was told i would receive a call that same day but never did. meanwhile my symptoms and breathing issues persisted. i am finally giving up today and will see another physician who hopefully cares about his patient’s wellbeing.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • 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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 30, 2020
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I’m very happy!! Excelente Doctor, very kind and patient. Dr. Tempera and staff are excellent. I recommend!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Analia Cristina Dittemer – Mar 25, 2020
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I first met Dr. Tempera as the on-call gastro at Overlook Hospital during an emergency. My former gastro never ended a weekends worth of calls for help to their answering service. Dr. Tempera was down to earth, innovative in treatment, incredibly warm and deeply committed to overall health. Better yet - he explains the “why” behind the treatment plan which is unheard of lately. Since meeting him in April 2008, he’s changed my 25 year history of having Crohns Disease for the better and my life and health has vastly improved. His assistant, Maryann, is incredibly accommodating and gets his patients exactly where they need to be, especially before procedures. Top notch.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Matt – Jan 22, 2020
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Asks so many important questions and really works at trying to put symptoms together to solve your problem. Very nice person too!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 15, 2019
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Great Doctor. Very caring and friendly. So is his staff. Highly recommended.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2019
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The best gastroenterologist.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Shelby M. – Oct 11, 2018
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Wonderful.
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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Christy M. – Oct 10, 2018
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Dr. Tempera and staff are wonderful.
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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Steven W. in Union, NJ – Jul 15, 2018
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Top notch in every aspect
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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Lou M. in Union, NJ – Jul 04, 2018
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Was provided with excellent care.
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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B. Ruiz in Union, NJ – Jun 21, 2018
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Dr. Tempera is a wonderful doctor, nothing else to say.
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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C S H in Union, NJ – Jun 04, 2018
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Very friendly really like it everyon is great.
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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Elizabeth calabrese in Union, NJ – Jun 02, 2018
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Great Doctor-listens to you-is very kind and patient.
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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M.C. in Union, NJ – Apr 29, 2018
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Dr. Tempera is very reassuring whether the news is good or bad. He fixed what was bad and monitors me to keep everything in good health.
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
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T.R.S. in Union, NJ – Apr 26, 2018
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Always so professional as well as warm. Dr. Tempera always goes above and beyond as does his staff. 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
1 other person found this helpful
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E.S. in Union, NJ – Apr 25, 2018
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Easy to talk to, very informative and easy to understand.
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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S.L. in Union, NJ – Apr 15, 2018
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Great experience, very attentive, very clear in all subjects related to my health.
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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M N in Union, NJ – Apr 14, 2018
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Extremely informative and helpful.
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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B. Maldonado in Union, NJ – Dec 01, 2017
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Great doctor.
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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J.B.L. in Union, NJ – Oct 27, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tempera is a gastroenterologist on staff at Trinitas Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center, New Jersey. He completed his medical residency in internal medicine at St. Michael's Medical Center in Newark, New Jersey as chief resident. ....read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Seton Hall Med School

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Seton Hall Med School|st Michaels Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Brooklyn Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • St George's University

    Medical School, 1986
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    Practice

    The Center for Advanced Treatment of Digestive and Liver Diseases LLC1308 Morris Ave Ste 102 Union, NJ 07083
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      • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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