Dr. Paul A. Hellstern, MD | Crystal River, FL | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Paul Hellstern is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Arkansas College of Medicine. With four decades of experience in digestive health, he brings extensive expertise to his practice in gastroenterology. Dr. Hellstern is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Hellstern maintains affiliations with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital and Tampa General Hospital Crystal River, with practice locations in Crystal River and Inverness, Florida. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and esophagitis. His expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures to help diagnose digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 stars for his care and service.

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accepting new patients
4.3

33 Ratings
40 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine
8 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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Dr Paul is a straight shooter. Very intelligent and caring. He was my dad's Dr and he also had nothing but great things to say about him. I recommend him without reservations

March 31st, 2023

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Dr. Is to busy, asked if my wife was there before, he operated on her, saw her this year for the 3 time. He might be very good, but he has far to many patients. We going to an other one.

October 19th, 2018

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I had a colonoscopy about a month ago, the procedure was horrible was never like that before. I was awake and it hurt. I had a polyp removed and called twice for results and as of today I have not heard anything from anyone at that office. I am not going back there. The two nurses in the recovery were wonderful but the Dr. or anesthesiologist no way. I sit and think well they would call if it were something bad, “or would they”????

June 27th, 2018

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Great doctor even better bedside manner. would definitely recommend him to others

February 2nd, 2017

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This wonderful Dr. saved my life and got me to the transplant center at Shands. I'm still here after 8 years. He is a gem!!!!!

April 18th, 2016

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great and spent plenty of time to discuss lab reports. Very happy with this doctor.

September 21st, 2015

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Best Dr.always compassionate has taking care of me for 15years. Thank God every day for him and his promptness to my illness. Thanks doc your the best.

August 4th, 2015

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Before having Dr. Hellstern as my doctor I was in the hospital having surgeries more than being out. He has kept me out of the hospital and from the knife for the past ten years and I now have a life. He has always had a deep concern for my health issues and has reached far beyond what any other doctor has ever done to make sure that I am able to live a normal life style with my health issues. He will go the extra mile it takes to find out what the problem is. He takes time to talk with me, explain things and answer my questions. If I call him he is very prompt to return my calls. I feel that he is a very caring doctor and have told many people of him and he is now their doctor also and pleased with him.

January 22nd, 2010

Gastroenterology Associates

6410 W Gulf To Lake HwyCrystal River, FL 34429

Tel: (352) 563-2450

Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Suncoast Endoscopy Center

3621 E Forest DrInverness, FL 34453

Tel: (352) 637-2787

Mon7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Tue7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Wed7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Thu7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Fri7:00 am - 3:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Citrus Endoscopy And Surgery Center

6412 W Gulf To Lake HwyCrystal River, FL 34429

Tel: (352) 563-0223

Mon7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Tue7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Wed7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Thu7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Fri7:00 am - 3:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Citrus Memorial Hospital

502 W Highland BlvdInverness, FL 34452

Tel: (352) 726-1551


Dr. Paul Alogsius Hellstern, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Dr. Arun Khazanchi, MD	Brooke Holden, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (33 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (100 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience		30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Crystal River , FL	SACRAMENTO , CA	Lakewood Ranch , FL	Little Rock , AR
Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Central Arkansas
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Gastroenterology

Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine

Medical School

Wright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

Wright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Hellstern affiliated with?: Dr. Paul Hellstern is affiliated with Hca Florida Citrus Hospital and Tampa General Hospital Crystal River.
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Where is Dr. Paul Hellstern's office located?: Dr. Paul Hellstern's office is located at 6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL, 34429.

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