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Dr. Grace Gathungu, MD

Dr. Grace Gathungu, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Grace Gathungu, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in East Setauket, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from HOWARD UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES / MUSIC DEPARTMENT in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mather Hospital and Peconic Bay Medical Center. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

4 Technology Dr Ste 250 East Setauket, NY 11733
Telehealth available
(631) 444-5437

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gathungu specializes in the areas of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gathungu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gathungu

2.8

6 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
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Sep 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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William – Mar 29, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Patchogue, ny – Aug 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Patchogue, NY – Nov 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Grace Gathungu, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in East Setauket, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from HOWARD UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES / MUSIC DEPARTMENT in 2001. She is affiliated...read more

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

  • Pediatrics

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

  • Howard University / College Of Arts And Sciences / Music Department

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatric Gastroenterology
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office4 Technology Dr Ste 250 East Setauket, NY 11733
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mather Hospital

    75 N Country Rd
    Port Jefferson, NY 11777
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Peconic Bay Medical Center

    1 Heroes Way
    Riverhead, NY 11901
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd
    Stony Brook, NY 11794
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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