Dr. David J. Svetich, MD | Lexington, KY | Colorectal Surgery

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Personalized, unsurpassed medical decision making for each patient is my goal. At the same time, making sure the patient has complete understanding of their diagnosis and when necessary I bring expert surgical techniques to the operating theatre.

4.1

32 Ratings
45 years of experience
49 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
10 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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Colon cancer can be very scary. Dr. S Erich took me through the process from diagnosis to post surgery in a very reassuring and professional manner. He carefully explained the procedure, the recovery process and post surgery outcomes and next steps. His expert surgery skills removed my tumor and surrounding lymph nodes and I am one year cancer free.

July 15th, 2021

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Ive been Dr Svetich patient for about 4 years.hes an amazing Dr and person.he gives all her has to get u well.he got me back to normal.he is kind funny and caring.hes the best surgeon in his field.Anyone who says he isn't a great Dr needs slapped and their head examined .I ADMIRE HIM AND HES AMAZING.?? HE IS THE BEST SURGEON.THANK YOU DR SVETCH ?

May 11th, 2021

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What a wonderful and informative Dr. His sense of humor puts you at ease, so you can do any procedure you want and go with confidence.

March 8th, 2019

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No contact before or after surgery, terrible experience and developed anal fissure after colonoscopy

November 11th, 2017

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Dr. Svetich may be a good doctor but lacks in bedside manner. He tried to give me a colonoscopy with no sedation. I asked for some and he only gave enough to make me dizzy but I was awake during procedure and it was very painful. Even though he knew I was in severe pain, he gave me no more. He was also very late coming to office. I was also very dehydrated but was given no fluids during my appointment and offered nothing to drink. He was also quite a smart mouth. After my procedure, I had to wait 45 minutes for him to give me results. I have always been treated great by other doctors during a colonoscopy and have always been sedated. Terrible experience. I won't go back.

October 12th, 2016

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Good surgeon . Very arrogant!

May 24th, 2016

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Excellent Doctor I highly recommend him to all my friends and family. Truthful but compassionate. Wait time can be a bit long but I find his expertise well worth the wait.

November 7th, 2015

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Saved my father's life from colon cancer.

November 3rd, 2015

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Excellent dr. Been with him for years

February 19th, 2015

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Dr Svetich has been my doc for about 2 years now. He gave me my colostomy and has treated many problems I encounter. He is the most compassionate dr I have encountered to this point in mt life. I am waiting for husband to get home from work to drive me 2 hours to his office and pray for a visit.Having bleeding and severe pain. Praying for pain management which Dr is willing to work with. Dr also was tremendous help for getting disability assistance and assistance for medications. Remicade is expensive as well as humera but the office staff will assist you in finding the right group for assistance. I respect and admire Dr Svetich. I travel 2 hours to see him and never regret it ever. Best of luckLabeccca Layne

July 27th, 2009

Saint Joseph Hospital

1 Saint Joseph DrLexington, KY 40504

Tel: (859) 313-1000

Colorectal Surgical And Gastroenterology Associates

2620 WILHITE DR STE 104LEXINGTON, KY 40503

Tel: (859) 278-0185

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. David J Svetich, MD	Dr. Jeffery Heath Brashear, MD	Dr. Erik Quay Ballert, MD	Dr. Matthew Hardin Nett, MD
Colorectal Surgery	Surgery	Surgery	Diagnostic Radiology
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4.1 (32 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience		25 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KY	Lexington , KY	Lexington , KY	Jeffersonville , IN
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine		Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Banding
Bowel Resection
Colon Cancer
Colonoscopy
Diverticulitis
Hemorrhoidectomy
Hemorrhoids
Rectal Bleeding
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Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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