Summary

Dr. Deborah Bethards is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated over four decades to patient care. She earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and brings 43 years of clinical experience to her practice. Dr. Bethards is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bethards practices at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and maintains locations throughout central Pennsylvania, including Hershey, Elizabethtown, Camp Hill, and Enola. Her expertise focuses on digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. Patients consistently rate her highly for her clinical skills, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5. She provides care through multiple Penn State Health facilities, including specialized endoscopy centers that offer advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for gastrointestinal conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 11 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Deborah Marsha Bethards has 11 locations

Penn State Hershey Gastroenterology & Hepatology

500 University Dr Ste 2400Hershey, PA 17033
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hershey Endoscopy Center

905 W Governor Rd Ste 100Hershey, PA 17033
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Penn State Hershey Medical Group Elizabethtown

1 Continental DrElizabethtown, PA 17022
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Penn State Health Endoscopy Center

200 University Mnr E # 2100Hershey, PA 17033
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pennstate Hershey Childrens Hospital

600 University DrHershey, PA 17033

Ms Hershey Medical Center

200 Campus Dr Entrance 4Hershey, PA 17033
Mon5:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue5:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed5:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu5:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri5:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat5:30 am - 5:30 pm
SunClosed

Penn State Health Endoscopy Center

200 Campus Dr Ste 2500Hershey, PA 17033
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Deborah Marsha Bethards, MDJi Soo Choi, APRNAshley Anderson, APRNChimdi Mfebe, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.4 
43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Hershey , PASacramento , CASacramento , CALittle Rock , AR
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: New York University Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Deborah Marsha Bethards

  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Deborah Marsha Bethards has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Deborah Marsha Bethards has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Bethards' NPI number is 1659306561.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Deborah Bethards speak?
Dr. Deborah Bethards speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Deborah Bethards affiliated with?
Dr. Deborah Bethards is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Deborah Bethards's office located?
Dr. Deborah Bethards's office is located at PO Box 850, Hershey, PA, 17033.
Does Dr. Deborah Bethards accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Deborah Bethards accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Deborah Bethards accepting new patients?
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