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Dr. Herbert Allen Jr, MD

Dr. Herbert Allen Jr, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Herbert Allen Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Wake Forest, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Allen Jr has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Maria Parham Medical Center and VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

10540 Ligon Mill Rd Ste 109 Wake Forest, NC 27587
Telehealth available

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Dr. Allen Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Allen Jr specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. 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.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Allen Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allen Jr

4.2

24 ratings, 17 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kelly G. – Jan 15, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Larry Jefferies – Sep 02, 2024
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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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K Mayor – Jun 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 10, 2022
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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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Dr. Chas Koermer – May 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 28, 2022
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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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Sep 24, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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T. N. Nelson – Aug 29, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Scott Wilson – Jun 28, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 07, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
C in South Hill – Nov 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Clarksville, VA – Mar 02, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Powell DNP FNP in South Hill – Dec 24, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
JBK in NC – Nov 26, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Brandon Fleming in South Hill, VA – Jul 29, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
South Hill, VA – Jan 25, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Herbert Allen Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Wake Forest, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Allen Jr has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of North Carolina At Charlotte

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Allen Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Gastroenterology & Hepatology Consultants PA10540 Ligon Mill Rd Ste 109 Wake Forest, NC 27587
    1
    Wilson Digestive Diseases Center PA2402 Camden St SW Ste 200 Wilson, NC 27893
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital

      1755 N Mecklenburg Ave
      South Hill, VA 23970

      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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Maria Parham Medical Center

      566 Ruin Creek Rd
      Henderson, NC 27536

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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