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Dr. Robert Gay Jr, MD

Dr. Robert Gay Jr, MD

Rheumatology*
(336) 310-6123

Dr. Robert Gay Jr, MD is a rheumatologist in Winston Salem, NC. Dr. Gay Jr has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He is affiliated with Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 2 Star Rating (26 reviews)
(336) 310-6123
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Accepting New PatientsTelehealth Available
1551 Westbrook Plaza Dr Ste 200
Winston Salem, NC 27103

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Novant Health Rheumatology & Arthritis - Westbrook

Novant Health Rheumatology & Arthritis - Westbrook1551 Westbrook Plaza Dr Ste 200 Winston Salem, NC 27103
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(336) 310-6123

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  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Gay Jr specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care • Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Gay Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gay Jr

2.0
26 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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2 star
4%
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1 star
73%
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Like talking to a wall
Very impersonal. Seemed disinterested in my symptoms. Stated research that did not apply to my current situation or reason for the visit. Gave no information as to possibilities of what may be causing my issues. All he did was repeat lab work that had already been done 5 months ago and were normal. No instruction on what to do if labs were normal again. Just wanted me to schedule back in 4 months.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jonathan – Mar 16, 2023
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Rude
Does not listen to your concerns. Makes you feel uneducated when you ask questions, he clearly deems "stupid" stated my Sjogrens Syndrome does not cause pain. The Sjogrens Foundation clearly disagrees.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 04, 2023
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Bad experiences with Dr Gay and his assistant or PA due to pre-judgement leading to misdiagnosing. Obviously calloused which leads to oversight, not everyone presents the same and deserves respect because most people don't enjoy dr visits so they are there for a reason. Find a caring dr who actually believes your symptoms and complaints and looks beyond basic blood tests and basic visible signs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Smith – Aug 11, 2020
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Excellent, caring, doctor! He is patient and kind. Always up to date with the latest technology and the best care for his patients. I highly recommend him. His staff is courteous and efficient as well.
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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Teresa in Winston Salem, NC – Jun 18, 2017
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Dr. Gay was rude and impersonable. He looked at his computer the entire time I was in his office instead of looking at me. He wrote answers to questions on dictation that he didn't even ask. He was not interested in my opinion or finding a treatment that worked for me. He was only interested in represcribing an addictive medication that I had worked for 6 months to wean myself off. He was unable to back up his medical recommendation with medical literature and said it didn't exist. He overprescr
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Winston Salem, NC – Oct 28, 2016
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Not friendly. Lacks good bedside manner
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
12 others found this helpful
Helpful
Brenda in Winston Salem nc – Mar 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Gay Jr, MD is a rheumatologist in Winston Salem, NC. Dr. Gay Jr has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He is affiliated with Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Rheumatology

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • University Ala School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center

    207 Old Lexington Rd
    Thomasville, NC 27360

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

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