Summary

Dr. David Wernsing is a surgeon who graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 31 years of experience in the field, he has established himself as an experienced surgical specialist. Dr. Wernsing is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Wernsing practices at several locations throughout Philadelphia and West Chester, Pennsylvania, including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital. He specializes in treating patients with chronic kidney disease and helps individuals struggling with obesity and weight management. His surgical expertise includes performing sedation procedures and managing indwelling catheters for patients requiring ongoing drainage therapy. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 39 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. David Scott Wernsing has 4 locations

Penn Gastrointestinal Surgery Washington Square

800 Walnut St Fl 20Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pennsylvania Hospital

800 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

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31 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Russian, English Speaks Spanish, English
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PALanghorne , PALanghorne , PA
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: University of Bologna (Italy) Med School: Ben-Gurion University of The Negev Faculty of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Scott Wernsing

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empire Plan - Medicare
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Keystone First - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Scott Wernsing has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Scott Wernsing has the following 39 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Appendectomy
  • Barrett Esophagus
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cellulitis
  • Colectomy
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Digestive System Abnormalities
  • Diverticulosis
  • Endocrine Gland Cancer
  • Esophageal Achalasia
  • Esophagectomy
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Gallstones
  • Gastrectomy (Stomach Removal)
  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Hernia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Liver Cancer
  • Liver Diseases
  • Melanoma
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Obesity
  • Pancreas inflammation (Pancreatitis)
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Pheochromocytoma
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Stomach Stapling (Gastroplasty)
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Thoracotomy
  • Thyroid Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Pennsylvania Health System

Medical School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. David Wernsing affiliated with?
Dr. David Wernsing is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
Where is Dr. David Wernsing's office located?
Dr. David Wernsing's office is located at 800 Walnut St Fl 20, Philadelphia, PA, 19107.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Wernsing?
You can find contact information for Dr. David Wernsing here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. David Wernsing speak?
Dr. David Wernsing speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. David Wernsing accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Wernsing accepts on their Vitals profile.

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