Dr. Richard L. Otero, MD | San Antonio, TX | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Richard Otero treats GERD, hemorrhoids, and colon polyps, and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and upper GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology in San Antonio, Texas, and is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Otero earned his medical degree from Southwestern Medical School and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center.

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accepting new patients
4.1

49 Ratings
69 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Texas Health Science Center
19 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
7 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Otero's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

49 Ratings with 19 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (22) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (23) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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I am 31 years old. And due to him making one mistake when I was the age of 13 to 18 seeing him he actually should me how to cure myself on my own disease. Due to him testing me as a lab rat.

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Needs Improvement

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

January 19th, 2024

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If I had not not gone to see Dr. Otero I would not have known that I had the problem he told me I had. I am very pleased with Dr. Otero and I will continue going back to seeing him. He is a GREAT Dr.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

May 10th, 2023

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I was very pleased with the treatment and service I received at the San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates. The staff along with Dr. Otero were very professional and caring for me during and after my procedure. Dr. Otero has a wonderful bedside manner and caring attitude. Being in the healthcare profession myself, I appreciate good customer service!!! Keep up the good work????

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

August 23rd, 2022

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Procedure went better than I expected. Dr. Otero was very personable and professional prior to exam asking me if I had any questions before I was sedated. He then followed up with me afterward to let me that all went well and again asked if I had any questions. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends.

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

August 8th, 2022

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Was there for an upper in lower G.I. No complications and Dr Otero’s office was very professional and helpful.

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

August 6th, 2022

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Dr. Otero has been awesome. He has been my Dr for over twenty years. The registration for procedure and check in went very quickly. Everyone was professional and made you feel comfortable while waiting. Dr. Otero even came by and visited for a bit before going in. After the procedure he made a point to personally explain results. All staff involved were super.

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

August 6th, 2022

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Dr. Otero is an excellent doctor He cares for his patients and their families. He takes time to talk to them, explain things and answers any questions they might have.

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

June 4th, 2022

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Dr Otero's facility and staff run like a well oiled machine.

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

June 19th, 2021

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This doctor is very rude, sarcastic, cold hearted

May 4th, 2020

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This doctor is extremely rude, very sarcastic, cold hearted

May 4th, 2020

San Antonio Gastroenterology

150 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 250San Antonio, TX 78258

Tel: (210) 775-2265

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

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San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates

11212 State Highway 151 Ste 115San Antonio, TX 78251

Tel: (210) 271-0606

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

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San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates

3327 Research Plz Ste 414San Antonio, TX 78235

Tel: (210) 494-5192

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

San Antonio - Downtown

520 E Euclid AveSan Antonio, TX 78212

Tel: (210) 271-0606

San Antonio Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center

2833 Babcock Rd Ste 120San Antonio, TX 78229

Tel: (210) 775-2265

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Baptist Medical Center

111 Dallas StSan Antonio, TX 78205

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan

1310 Mccullough AveSan Antonio, TX 78212


Dr. Richard L. Otero, MD	Dr. Zeid Karadsheh, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Ji Soo Choi, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (49 Ratings)	5 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Arabic	Speaks English	Speaks English
San Antonio , TX	Pasadena , TX	Sacramento , CA	Sacramento , CA
Med School: Southwestern Medical School	Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: New York University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Gastroenterology

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Southwestern Medical School.

NPI Number

Dr. Otero's NPI number is 1881699734.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Otero affiliated with?: Dr. Richard Otero is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center.

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