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Dr. Donald Cherry, MD

Dr. Donald Cherry, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Donald Cherry, MD is an internist in Somerset, KY. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baptist Health Corbin and Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

10 Tower Cir Somerset, KY 42503
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cherry specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Cherry's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cherry

3.1
15 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
47%
47%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
40%
40%

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Practice has no respect for your time
If you are a worker that doesn't have a very flexible schedule or if you want a practice that is respectful of your time you should probably look for another physician practice. Not because Dr. Cherry is not a thorough, competent, and skilled physician, he is, but because the staff and administrative employees have no respect for your time. Most workers do not have the luxury of scheduling doctor's appointments months in advance, thus when you call for an appointment, should you need one within the next couple of months, you are told what is available and when you accept, schedule and arrive on time for your appointment you often have to wait at least 45 minutes to an hour before you actually see the doctor. As an example, I work about an hour away from Dr. Cherry's office. I had scheduled an appointment (15-minute appointment) for today at 11:15 AM. I had to be back at work at 1:00 PM. Thus, I had taken a half day off work for this appointment. I had to return to work, didn’t see doc
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Gordon Parmley – Mar 26, 2024
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Dr. Cherry is an outstanding doctor - if only I could get in to see him when I need to. His office staff is rude and condescending, and treat you as if you are a burden any time a request is made for medical records, prescription changes, or if you have an insurance appeal. When you call to speak to a nurse, you always get voicemail. When the nurse calls back, you’re always told to go to Quick Care, even if it’s not something that can be addressed there. I’ve chosen to leave Dr Cherry’s practice and find a new doctor because of his staff. It’s a shame he can’t find staff that provides the same level of care and concern that he does.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 17, 2020
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Did not take time to review my blood work and signed off on it as ok'. Things were not great as there was numerous issues that needed addressing. My right thyroid was full of growths with abnormal surgery requiring surgery. I had became very hyperthyroid after being put to sleep for surgery. My heart was under tremendous stress as a result of this. Even after three weeks he had still not checked the blood work. It had lots of things in my blood elevated. I contacted their office two days after being told every thing was fine. If you want someone who is going to take time to follow up correctly find someone else to see. When getting the copy of the blood work I could clearly see what the problem was and I quit some medicine that was making it worse. I was also told later EKG's showed a had a cardiac issue at some point but once again was told nothing by this doctor and later these EKGs were requested and reviewed and they all showed that there was that cardiac issue on all of them.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 16, 2019
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Dr Cherry takes his time and listens to you. He explains things you need to know. He doesn't over prescribe meds. He doesn't keep you waiting either. His office staff could benefit from a class on personality and kindness BUT for a good Dr you can deal with them. Been seeing him since he's been in practice and I'm not leaving anytime soon unless HE changes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy Kilby in Eubank, KY – Sep 03, 2018
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Dr Cherry is a great doctor.
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
Helpful
Jason in Somerset, KY – Jun 12, 2018
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Office staff can be very rude, especially when scheduling. I do NOT recommend this office. It's unfortunate because Dr. Cherry seems like a good physician.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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Leah R in Somerset, KY – Aug 16, 2017
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Went to his Quick Care because they told me they were in my plan. They billed me as a new patient under Dr Cherry even though I saw the nurse practitioner in Quickcare. So instead of a $25 copay it cost me 101.00. I called and they said that I should have called my insurance and that a receptionist can't know all plans. Then u should not have told me it was covered!!!! Feel this is bate and switch ! I u will lie to a patient you can't be trusted in anything.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Lexington, KY – Jul 20, 2017
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Dr Brent Cherry is extremely knowledgeable medical doctor. He takes the time to speak with you about your symptoms and to ask you the right questions and then prescribe the right medicine. I have been a patient for 1 1/2 years since moving down here.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy Hart in Somerset, KY – Apr 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

It is optimal to prevent disease.  General well visits and periodic labs area good way to identify if you are at risk for the 'Big 3'.  Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, and Diabetes which can lead to 'Big 4th' . . . Heart Disease.  This...read more

biography

Born and raised in Southeastern KY.  My medical training was at the University of Louisville.  Glad to be practicing Internal Medicine in Somerset, KY.
  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Louisville Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office10 Tower Cir Somerset, KY 42503
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office20 Tower Cir Somerset, KY 42503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Russell County Hospital

    153 Dowell Rd
    Russell Springs, KY 42642

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baptist Health Corbin

    1 Trillium Way
    Corbin, KY 40701

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

    305 Langdon St
    Somerset, KY 42503
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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