Summary

Dr. Walter Bristow is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with 43 years of experience treating digestive health conditions. He earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Bristow is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bristow practices at several locations throughout Columbia, South Carolina, including Columbia Gastroenterology Associates, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, diverticular disease, and diverticulosis. He performs essential diagnostic procedures including colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to help patients maintain their digestive health. Patients have given Dr. Bristow an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Walter J Bristow has 4 locations

Columbia Gastroenterology Associates Pa

2739 Laurel St Ste 1AColumbia, SC 29204
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

5 Richland Medical Park DrColumbia, SC 29203

Columbia Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center

2739 LAUREL ST STE 1BCOLUMBIA, SC 29204
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Walter J Bristow, MDDr. Willie Cecil Floyd, MDDr. John Edward Buerkert, MDDr. Arouj Ahmad Hashmi, MD
GastroenterologyPreventative MedicineNephrologyDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.6 
43 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Columbia , SCColumbia , SCIrmo , SCWest Columbia , SC
Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter J Bristow

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter J Bristow has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter J Bristow has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center

Medical School

Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical CenterGraduated in 1989
Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Walter Bristow accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Walter Bristow has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Walter Bristow speak?
Dr. Walter Bristow speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Bristow?
You can find contact information for Dr. Walter Bristow here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Walter Bristow's office located?
Dr. Walter Bristow's office is located at 2739 Laurel St Ste 1A, Columbia, SC, 29204.
Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Bristow affiliated with?
Dr. Walter Bristow is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, and PRISMA HEALTH RICHLAND HOSPITAL.

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