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Dr. George Blestel Jr, MD

Dr. George Blestel Jr, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. George Blestel Jr, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Greer, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital and Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

340 Medical Pkwy # 200 Greer, SC 29650
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(864) 797-9400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Blestel Jr specializes in the area of Colon & Rectal 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
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Blestel Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blestel Jr

3.9
21 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
67%
67%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
10%
10%
1 star
19%
19%

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Great Doctor
Dr Blestel is very knowledgeable, professional & kind. He took the time to explain& answer all my questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 01, 2023
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Great doctor. Very knowledgeable, and kind!
Dr. Bledshoe is a very knowledgeable, kind and has a good bedside manner. I would definitely recommend Dr. Bledshoe.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 14, 2023
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Always prompt and caring.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Laura and Carl Kramer Salmans – Jan 23, 2020
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With the amount of time and compassion that Dr. Blestel spent on me, I understand why he was always late. As long as he was spending quality time with me, I realized that he was doing that with those who came before me. He never acted like he was in a hurry. He took his time and explained why I needed surgery and literally walked me through the whole process.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Sep 11, 2019
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NEVER SAW HIM. AFTER OVER 1 HR. WAITING IN FULL WAITING ROOM. LEFT AS ALL PEOPLE DESERVE RESPECT OF APPOINTED TIME. HE HAS NO CARE FOR OTHERS AND THEIR LIVES WHILE LIVING.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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CHERYL BATTISTA – Jun 11, 2019
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I couldn't be in better care! Dr. Blestel is highly trained, informative and caring.
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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Shirley in Greenville, SC – Oct 08, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. George Blestel Jr, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Greer, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Colorectal Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ochsner Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Prisma Health Regional Urology-Greer340 Medical Pkwy # 200 Greer, SC 29650
1

Practice

Marshall I. Pickens Hospital701 Grove Rd Greenville, SC 29605
2
Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital830 S Buncombe Rd Greer, SC 29650
3
Office1 Independence Pt Ste 212 Greenville, SC 29615
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital

    830 S Buncombe Rd
    Greer, SC 29650
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

    701 Grove Rd
    Greenville, SC 29605
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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