Dr. David Gelber, MD
General Surgery*
40+ years of experience
Accepting new patients
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Dr. David Gelber, MD is a general surgeon in Pasadena, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester New York in 1984. He is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.9 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (26 reviews)
Locations
General Surgeons of Pasadena
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Gelber specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Gelber's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gelber
4.9
26 ratings, 17 with a written review
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| 4 star | 8% | 8% |
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Appointments are convenient and readily available. Dr Gelber is always prompt and does an excellent job. He is very thorough and provides exceptional care.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Christi Smoot – Jul 20, 2020
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Very pleasant everyone was professional at their jobs no waiting very efficient.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Michael Swilley – Jun 17, 2020
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Office staff super friendly and extra efficient. I very much appreciate Dr. Gelber’s calm manner and soft spokenness. It put me right at ease in a critical situation.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Phyllis Carver – Jun 10, 2020
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Hernia Correction Surgery, which by the way was less painful than I expected.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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David C Clancy – May 17, 2020
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I appreciated that the staff took such care of me and answering my questions. Anna was very comforting about my health concerns before seeing Dr. Gelber. Dr. Gelber answered my questions and gave me an update on what I should and shouldn't do to aid in my surgery recovery.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Judith Smith – Apr 26, 2020
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Dr.Gelber made amazing surgery for me to save my life. I very grateful to him. I feel better daily and hope very soon will be recover completely.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2020
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Dr. David Gelber has performed two surgeries on me. The outcome from each surgery could not have been better. He is an excellent surgeon with magic hands. I am very pleased that he was there when I needed my surgeries.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Samuel Norwood in Houston , TX – Apr 09, 2019
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Walked in, didn't have appointment. Came up from the Walk in Clinic..
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 07, 2019
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Absolutely wonderful surgeon, listened to our concerns, educated us on options, supported our decisions, smooth and easy from start to finish.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Chase White in Pasadena – Mar 15, 2019
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A good listener, shows personal concern for your health issues. Soft spoken, not an alarmist, just states the actual facts of the situation. Previous surgery in 2014 saved my life.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nelda Sullivan in Pasadena, TX – Mar 07, 2019
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Dr. Gelber has provided excellent surgical care. My first cancer surgery was in 2009. My outcome was good and maybe that is why my regard for Dr. Gelber's professionalism and surgical expertise was so high. At any rate, I was once again diagnosed with cancer in 2018. A new primary invasive cancer in my right breast. When asked if I knew a surgeon, my first thought was of my wonderful care from Dr. Gelber. He has not lost his charm. Surgery October 4 and all went well. Highly recommend.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy Lawson in TX – Oct 05, 2018
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Have had some medical issues in the past year and Dr. Gelber and staff have been very helpful and compassionate during my surgeries. Always sharing the procedures with detail and confidence. Would recommend him for all your surgical procedures. Great Doctor.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Glen Wright in La Porte – Sep 03, 2018
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Dr. Gelber has a relaxed yet confident manner which help me feel relaxed and confident. Two days post hernia surgery I feel great with minimal discomfort. Would I recommend Dr. Gelber? Of course.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tinker Cox in Deer Park, TX – Jun 24, 2018
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Went in for an inguinal hernia repair and Dr. Gelber did a great job of making me feel like it was no big deal. He doesn't waste a lot of time on small talk but gets right to the issues which I appreciated. He's a very competent surgeon and did a great job on mine. The staff was friendly and efficient. I would highly recommend him for any general surgery
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dennis Saint in , TX – May 13, 2018
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Dr Gelber takes care of my needs without hesitation. Very nice but quiet. The staff in the office are friendly .
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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kathy shores in Pasadena – Apr 15, 2018
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Good Patient care. No wait in line. Friendly employees. Knowledgeable physician.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 24, 2018
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I've used the doctor several times good results every time
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mark Holland in Pasadena – Nov 21, 2017
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David Gelber, M.D., is a board certified general surgeon with General Surgeons of Pasadena. Dr. Gelber did his undergraduates at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. His medical education began at the University of Rochester School...read moreGeneral Surgery
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Baylor University Medical Center
Residency HospitalBaylor University Medical Center
Internship HospitalUniversity Of Rochester New York
Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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- Recipient of 16
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
View all awardsGastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
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78%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home6% lower than the national average
71%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean4% higher than the national average
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