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Dr. Ralph Silverman, MD

Dr. Ralph Silverman, MD

Colorectal Surgery*

Dr. Ralph Silverman, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Fenton, MO. He is affiliated with medical facilities SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital-St. Louis and SSM Health St. Clare Hospital-Fenton. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 76 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (76 reviews)

SSM Health St. Clare Fenton - St. Francis Building

1011 Bowles Ave Ste 225 Fenton, MO 63026
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Silverman specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Silverman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Silverman

3.5
76 ratings, 40 with a written review
5 star
62%
62%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
1%
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1 star
37%
37%

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Amazing Doctor Experience
I am not one to leave reviews. But let me just say that I have never been actually heard from a doctor before like I have with Dr. Silverman. He sat down with me and explained my situation in great detail. He answered questions and was patient. After I left hospital he called me at home (who does that)? I have already sent my neighbor to him who was diagnosed with a colon cancer. I cannot say enough good things about him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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David S – Aug 24, 2024
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Excellent surgeon and human being
Dr. Silverman came highly recommended. After receiving outstanding care and compassionate treatment, I also highly recommend him. He saved my life and reassured me thru a very scary diagnosis. Bless Dr. Silverman. The world needs more doctors like him.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Carol Buchanan – Aug 21, 2024
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Kind and courteous
On time and did not rushAnswered all my questions and then explained again to my familyI would highly recommend s
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
2 others found this helpful
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Shelly K – Aug 21, 2024
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Run don’t walk!
I have no words left to describe my treatment by this doctor. I have talked to his superiors and filed reports which I encourage everyone to do.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 03, 2024
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I now think less of my doc who referred him.
Would not recommend. Rushed, poor communication, terrible bedside manner, abrasive, and does not handle complications well. None of which are acceptable for a doc who performs more invasive procedures. Performs unnecessary procedures without input or inquiry from the patient. Never was able to address the initial need.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • 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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 07, 2024
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I just had my follow up with him today 10-10-23.
This dr I give a 5 star to. He has given me my life back. I can't say enough good about him. I highly recommend him. Thank you from The bottom of my heart .
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
2 others found this helpful
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Beverly Cox – Oct 11, 2023
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Horrible Dr.
Rude, condescending, irritated, clearly has not respect for the profession or his patients. Told my GP I will not be going to him again.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 21, 2023
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Do not recommend!
Dr. Silverman did not introduce himself when he came into the room. He asked my daughter, "why are you here?" He was rushed, rude, condescending and abrupt. He had nothing positive to say to a young person struggling with a lifelong disease. I was proud of my daughter for handling the interaction with strength and poise. If surgery is necessary, we will not be choosing Dr. Ralph Silverman.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2023
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If I wasn't near a hospital I would be dead.
Went to my primary care physician and told her I had itching and that I had a hemorrhoid. She referred me to Dr. Silverman. In the exam room a nurse told me to remove my pants and gave me a disposable covering. Dr. Silverman entered the room and asked how I was. He told me to lay on my side a minute or so later he told me to sit up. Without any examination, explanation, or permission he had jammed something up me & banded an internal hemorrhoid. After care instructions were to resume normal activities and I was not taken off blood thinners. Later I ended up in the ER due to profuse bleeding from his treatment. The ER called him, he denied that is what it was. Surgery repaired it and the next morning in my ICU room he asked how I felt. Said nothing else to me and then went to my nurse and said I didn't talk much. In my opinion he is unprofessional, did not give a proper exam, should have stopped the blood thinner, and the after care instructions are inadequate.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
5 others found this helpful
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Sam – Jan 14, 2023
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Do NOT Recommend
Dr. Silverman was impersonal and seemed rather annoyed I was there for my concern. He came off as arrogant as he belittled my trusted primary care physicians who referred me. He and his staff lacked communication. I left feeling like an idiot rather than relieved/well taken care of...
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 others found this helpful
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Feb 02, 2022
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bad, in a hurry, rude,not caring , did not want to answer questions about why he did things. cut through hernia mess but would not answer if he fixed it, said i would probably have a hernia. Wanted to put me on ventilator, others said no . RUN
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Dec 22, 2021
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Went in for a routine colonoscopy. This was my second time using Dr. Silverman and have had a good experience both times!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Jul 06, 2021
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Excellent. Very knowledgeable and professional. Will continue to use him as needed
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
4 others found this helpful
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EPW – Jun 25, 2021
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Terrible doctor. Un caring and in a hurry.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 23, 2021
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Routine colonoscopy, everyone was professional and the procedure went quickly. Thank you Dr Silverman!
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
4 others found this helpful
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May 22, 2021
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He was very rude, and talked down to me and my family. I asked him a question and he said I already told you once. Would not want someone like that operating on me!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 21, 2021
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In quickly, treated with much dignity and eye smiles, the procedure was quick and easy with no issues. Dr Silverman and team were wonderful and great bed side manner. Highly recommend!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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J E Chowning – Apr 25, 2021
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Parirectal Abscess. Called office at 8 am in intense pain. Squeezed me in (no pun intended) at 9:30 am. Staff great. Dr. Silverman, no nonsense, let's solve issue properly, professionally and directly. Painful procedure for all, but pleased he took care of issue immediately in his office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Terry – Apr 22, 2021
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Had a colonoscopy. Scheduling and procedure was very easy. Office staff was friendly and Dr. Silverman was great. They were even a little bit early for the procedure.
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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Dave F – Apr 20, 2021
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Had a colonoscopy. Made me feel at ease and comfortable thru the entire procedure.
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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Apr 18, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Ralph Silverman is a colon and rectal surgeon, specializing in treatment of colon cancer, rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease &mdash both ulcerative colitis and Crohn&rsquos disease &mdash diverticulitis and colon polyps. He also performs...read more

biography

Dr. Ralph Silverman is a colon and rectal surgeon, specializing in treatment of colon cancer, rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease &mdash both ulcerative colitis and Crohn&rsquos disease &mdash diverticulitis and colon polyps. He also performs...read more
  • Colorectal Surgery

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

  • William Beaumont Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

SSM Health St. Clare Fenton - St. Francis Building

SSM Health St. Clare Fenton - St. Francis Building1011 Bowles Ave Ste 225 Fenton, MO 63026
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • SSM Health St. Clare Hospital-Fenton

    1015 Bowles Ave
    Fenton, MO 63026
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital-St. Louis

    6420 Clayton Rd
    Richmond Heights, MO 63117

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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