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Dr. Stephen Burpee, MD

Dr. Stephen Burpee, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Burpee, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Tucson, AZ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Western Ontario in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwest Medical Center and Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

6130 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 250 Tucson, AZ 85741
Telehealth available

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Dr. Burpee's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Burpee

4.6
18 ratings, 12 with a written review
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He is good doctor explain surgery.
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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Wendy Newton – May 03, 2024
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Dr Burpee explained the procedures for fixing a hiatal hernia which has caused me to suffer from constant heart for the last 6 months and none of the medications worked. He was very detailed about the options that I had and what is involved with each type of surgery. He was very polite and I felt confident. His knowledge on the latest produces and the expertise on the subject were great. His staff was also polite and courteous.
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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Jul 21, 2023
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Very informative and staff was very nice ..They are always available for any questions i had. Dr Burpee is very nice and speaks in terms you can understand every step. Awesome team!
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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Melissa N – Feb 05, 2022
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Dr . Burpee and his team did a great job explaining the process for the gastric sleeve. They were wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Alicia Betancourt – May 21, 2021
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I have never been to this Facility before, liked the place very much, Dr. Burpee caring and understanding. Liked him very much.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Sonia Heindel – May 04, 2021
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I'm a senior citizen with diabetes who needs to lose a lot of weight and thought bariatric surgery was something I should explore. I started the "insurance approval process" in July, 2019, which I expected would take 6 to 7 months. I met Dr. Burpee once in January, and he was pleasant enough. However, the follow up by his office staff was non-existent. In January, I was told they had everything they needed to submit it to my insurance. The Dr. ordered one more test, which I had performed right away. No one ever called with the test results. When I called, I was told there was still 2 items they hadn't received. I called the office again to follow up, but never received a return phone call. They will probably try to blame it on the pandemic, but their poor patient follow up started way before that. I feel like I wasted a lot of time and money just trying to qualify for the surgery. Extremely disappointing. This patient doesn't have the patience to continue!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Former Patient – May 21, 2020
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Dr Burpee was my surgeon and the pre and post op visits were excellent. He truly cares about his patients and performs his job in a professional manner. i would recommend him for hiatal hernia and Linx lower esophagus surgeries.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mike – Jan 20, 2020
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Dr. Burpee performed my gastric bypass in February 2013. I attended the pre-op seminar which Dr. Burpee led as he explained the various procedures he performs and found him to be very informative. Every time I have had a visit with Dr. Burpee, he is patient and takes the time to answer all of my questions. Office visits are right on scheduled. Additionally, he has surrounded himself with a friendly and knowledgeable staff.
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
5 others found this helpful
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C.Feldman in Tucson, AZ – Nov 27, 2017
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I had a gastric sleeve with Dr. Burpee. He is a great surgeon! I had no issues whatsoever. Dr. Burpee was always very kind and professional and always willing to answer my questions. His staff is just as amazing. I recommend Dr. Burpee to anyone and everyone.
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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Vanessa Prendez in Tucson, AZ – Jul 02, 2017
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Dr. Burpee did my gastric sleeve way back in Jan. 2005 . I had it laparoscopic. You can't see any incision spots. I lost almost 100 pounds. I have kepted it off . Dr. Burpee also did my husbands gastric bypass. We both really like and trust Dr. Burpee as a surgeon.
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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M. Fournie in Tucson, AZ – Apr 15, 2017
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Dr. Burpee is amazing! Great bedside manner. Explains everything in layman's terms. All of his staff is outstanding from the front desk, the coordinators, the medical assistants and nurse practitioners. I cannot say enough about his practice!!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Sandi L in Tucson, AZ – Sep 09, 2016
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April 2014, Bariatric Bypass surgery. Lost 80 lbs in 8 months and kept it off for two years. His NP Nurse, Debbie Belcher, is outstanding in everything she does and helps the patient to understand instructions. Everyone in his office staff is professional and courteous. This decision to have Dr Burpie do my surgery was the best decision of my life.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Robert Taub in Tucson, AZ – Jun 16, 2016
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Dr. Stephen Burpee, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Tucson, AZ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Western Ontario in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwest...read more
  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • St Michael's Hosp-u Toronto

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • Mt Sinai Medical Center, Laparoscopic Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Of Toronto Hospitals

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Western Ontario

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Pima Heart Physicians PC6130 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 250 Tucson, AZ 85741
1

Practice

Northwest Medical Center6200 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson, AZ 85741
2

Practice

Southern Arizona Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery PC6320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 380 Tucson, AZ 85741
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita

    16260 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd
    Sahuarita, AZ 85629

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

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

    7% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

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  • Oro Valley Hospital

    1551 E Tangerine Rd
    Oro Valley, AZ 85755
    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

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Northwest Medical Center

    6200 N La Cholla Blvd
    Tucson, AZ 85741
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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