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Dr. Z John Chen, MD

Dr. Z John Chen, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Z John Chen, MD is a gastroenterologist in Coon Rapids, MN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SHANGHAI FIRST MEDICAL COLLEGE / NATIONAL SHANGHAI MEDICAL COLLEGE in 2001. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (32 reviews)

MNGI Digestive Health - Coon Rapids Endoscopy Center & Clinic

9145 Springbrook Dr NW Ste 200 Coon Rapids, MN 55433
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4.1
32 ratings, 26 with a written review
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Dr.Chen has a very pleasant, methodical and professional demeanor.I like him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2025
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Dr. Chen was attentive and listened intently, asking me appropriate questions. I think he is terrific.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2025
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Felt secure
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 16, 2024
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Dr. Chen was so kind, listened well and explained very clearly plans to move forward and how to manage my symptoms.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 14, 2024
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Dr. was more concerned about me being off thyroid meds. He did not care for the idea I was in a vegan study group and had good results but need help with gut issues. I asked for help and wanted to see a dietitian to help me with a FODMAP diet for vegan study I'm in. Dr. refused my request and said I need to exercise more. I have nothing wrong with exercise but I still need help with gut issues!
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Oct 15, 2024
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 20, 2024
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I was very pleased with the care provider's ability to listen to my concerns and how a plan was explained. I felt the provider cared for my issues. I was very happy with the level of care provided by the assistant who provided questions prior to the doctor's arrival.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 08, 2024
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I spent an hour and a half here, most of the time without the care provider. I didn't even see the actual doc I was scheduled with didn't come in until the end of it. He had a new provider come in to do the assessment. It was very confusing. I left being told to do what I had already found to do on the internet a year ago and hasn't been working.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Jun 29, 2024
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I was very impressed by Dr Chen. When I left his office, I felt relieved and satisfied with a better understanding of my issue. He took extra time, answered all of my questions and explained my issues in terms I could understand.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 13, 2024
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Truly he was very knowledgeable and addressed all my concerns and gave me good advice and set up testing regarding my concerns.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 08, 2024
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Too much time was spent on how exercise would benefit me. I already exercise multiple times in the week and I said this in the appointment. The doctor mistakenly wrote that I have difficulty swallowing. I do not. This came up multiple times in a endoscopy I had following this appointment that I kept trying to correct. I didn't feel like I was being listened to. I was told I was too young for depression and anxiety in regards to the medication I'm on. That's not how mental health works.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Jun 02, 2024
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Dr Chen is very thorough.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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He sometimes directed comments to my niece. If she caught that she would look away and he got the hint. It didn't really bother me, but it can be a problem with some care providers.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2024
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Outstanding, I learned alot
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 09, 2024
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Dr. Chen does a great job, cares and listens to you and gives the best advice.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 01, 2023
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I really appreciate the time Dr. Chen spent with me. His time and focus on me made up for the wait time.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2023
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Very thorough and detailed. I appreciated the time he took to explain everything to me.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 28, 2023
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He was amazing. He gave me the necessary time and worked with me to create a care plan that worked for me. He took my complex medical conditions and made a plan with those in mind.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 27, 2023
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I've never seen Dr Chen before & this was a follow-up appt to an emergency visit during Memorial weekend up north. I didn't even think I needed this appt as there was no symptoms since my incident. The discussion from Dr Chen was enlightening & informative. I came away feeling very informed & taken care of. Thank you!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2023
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The doctor was not listening to my concerns and spoke over me repeatedly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Aug 10, 2023
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care philosophy

Dr Chen completed his medical school training in 1987 from Shanghai Medical University (currently known as Fudan University Shanghai Medical School). He subsequently attended graduate school and received a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Microbiology...read more

biography

Dr. Chen completed his medical school training in 1987 from Shanghai Medical University (currently known as Fudan University Shanghai Medical School). He subsequently attended graduate school and received a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Microbiology...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Shanghai First Medical College / National Shanghai Medical College

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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    MNGI Digestive Health - Coon Rapids Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    MNGI Digestive Health - Coon Rapids Endoscopy Center & Clinic9145 Springbrook Dr NW Ste 200 Coon Rapids, MN 55433
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    (612) 871-1145
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