Dr. Donald A. Saelinger, MD | Cincinnati, OH | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Donald Saelinger is a gastroenterologist with over five decades of medical experience, specializing in digestive system disorders and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and has been practicing for 53 years, developing extensive expertise in treating complex gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Saelinger is fluent in English.

Dr. Saelinger practices at Good Samaritan Hospital and Bethesda North Hospital, both located in Cincinnati, Ohio. He focuses on treating various forms of diarrhea, including chronic cases and cancer-related digestive complications. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to diagnose and treat digestive disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.7

13 Ratings
53 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
8 written reviews
2 specialties
1 area of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Saelinger's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

13 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 22 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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I had seen Dr. Saelinger for over 25 years. He has helped me with my Crohn's disease since the very beginning of my diagnosis. This doctor truly cares about his patients. Each and every visit was a comfort because of his empathy, expertise and prompt diagnosis of any and all situations that arrived when treating a Crohn's patient. If you have him as a doctor you are truly blessed!

November 12th, 2015

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Best doctor in terms of knowledge and empathy, takes time with his patients and therefore wait time can get long

January 23rd, 2013

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Dr. Saelinger is a miracle worker!! After seeing like a dozen of different doctors and traveling almost across the country I was convinced that my ulcer wont get any better but thanks to Dr. Saelinger I am doing fairly good now. I am so grateful to have found him.

November 5th, 2012

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I have been consulting Dr. Saelinger for years. He is very kind and did an excellent job while performing my biopsy. I had no pain or any other complications.

November 5th, 2012

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A doctor who can do wonders is the only thing which Id say about Dr. Donald Saelinger. My gastric disorder was getting all too messed up when thankfully a friend referred me to Dr. Saelinger. I am doing really well ever since.

November 1st, 2012

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Dr. Saelinger could be an actor and director while writing his own script. He is a fraud and has made a living pretending to be someone that he is not. He has fooled many in believing that he is a physician that "walks on water". He does not and never did or will. His goal is to do what is best for him and not others as they are disposable when they can no longer help him to reach his self-serving goals. We cannot tell the worth of a book by it's cover. Dr.Saelinger is proof of that. May all know the truth...

August 22nd, 2012

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I went to Dr. Saelinger for many years and he is one if not he best doctor I have ever gone to. I don't see Dr. Saelinger anymore due to the fact that he is a very busy Dr. and some of his patients now see others at his office. I feel that if need be I could and would go back to see Dr. Saelinger in a heartbeat.

April 10th, 2011

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I have been with Dr Saelinger since 1980 I can't tell you how many times he has saved my life !!!

August 26th, 2009

Good Samaritan Hospital

375 Dixmyth AveCincinnati, OH 45220

Tel: (513) 862-1400

Bethesda North Hospital

10500 Montgomery RdCincinnati, OH 45242

Tel: (513) 865-1111


Dr. Donald Anthony Saelinger, MD	Shauna Sanderson, APRN	Brendon Bower, APRN	Ashley Anderson, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Cincinnati , OH	Tallahassee , FL	Tempe , AZ	SACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine	Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing	Med School: University of Cincinnati	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

Dr. Donald Anthony Saelinger holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Saelinger's NPI number is 1447295407.

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