Dr. David Palma, MD | Greenville, SC | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. David Palma treats GERD, acid reflux, and GERD in children, and performs lower GI endoscopy and colonoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Palma is affiliated with Bon Secours Saint Francis Downtown and sees patients at locations in Greenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine and speaks Spanish and Vietnamese. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Palma 4 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4

16 Ratings
22 years of experience
38 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine
7 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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16 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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He does not give up until he finds the best treatment for his patients.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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December 1st, 2019

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Dr Palma is a very understanding, gets the the source of the problem and treats.

July 30th, 2019

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Dr. Palma diagnosed my rare pancreas disease even after it was missed by other GI doctors. My family and I will be forever grateful to him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 27th, 2018

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my wife sees Dr Palma and he is one of the most courteous people we have ever met, He makes sure you understand everything and goes beyond to help his patients.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 4th, 2017

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I cannot say enough good things about this doctor. He is knowledgeable and caring.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 29th, 2016

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really great doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 22nd, 2015

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Dr. Palma took my concerns seriously and determined the cause of 15 years problems that had previously been misdiagnosed as IBS. He listened and was good at explaining my diagnosis and options for controlling my symptoms.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 26th, 2015

Gastroenterology Associates

125 Halton RdGreenville, SC 29607

Tel: (864) 232-7338

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 - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Gastroenterology Associates

3424 Augusta RdGreenville, SC 29605

Tel: (864) 232-7338

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 - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Gastroenterology Associates

2430 Reidville RdSpartanburg, SC 29301

Tel: (864) 232-7338

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 - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. David Palma, MD	Gabrielle Chamlee	Sarah Strandholm	Kory Cablay
Gastroenterology	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients
4 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience	4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Greenville , SC	Greenville , SC	Greenville , SC	Greenville , SC
Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Greenville	Med School: Virginia Tech Carilion School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine in 2004.

University

Graduated from Wheaton College in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Palma's NPI number is 1578775854.

Emily Elizabeth Phillips
Pediatrics
9 Years Exp | Albuquerque, NM
(0)
Isabella Anne Pittman
Pediatrics
2 Years Exp | Greenville, SC
(0)
Saul Javier Bautista
Pediatrics
7 Years Exp | Greenville, SC
(0)
Elizabeth Lauren Barton
Hospital Medicine
9 Years Exp | Greer, SC
(0)
Stephanie Rodriguez
Nurse Practitioner
| Greenville, SC
(0)
Kory Stephen Drake
Nephrology
8 Years Exp | Tulsa, OK
(0)
Berhanu Melaku Zegeye
Hospital Medicine
23 Years Exp | NASHVILLE, TN
(0)
Robert William Krause
Diagnostic Radiology
13 Years Exp | Spartanburg, SC
(0)
Kara Phillips
Infectious Disease
7 Years Exp | LITTLE ROCK, AR
(0)
Sarah Andrea Heisey
Pediatrics
4 Years Exp | Greenville, SC
(0)

What languages does Dr. David Palma speak?: Dr. David Palma speaks Spanish and Vietnamese.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Palma affiliated with?: Dr. David Palma is affiliated with Bon Secours Saint Francis Downtown.
Does Dr. David Palma accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Palma accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. David Palma accepting new patients?: Dr. David Palma is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. David Palma's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. David Palma's office located?: Dr. David Palma's office is located at 125 Halton Rd, Greenville, SC, 29607.

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