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Dr. James Destephens, MD

Dr. James Destephens, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. James Destephens, MD is an internist in Gainesville, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida Lake City Hospital and HCA Florida North Florida Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

2341 NW 41st St Ste B Gainesville, FL 32606
(352) 371-1804

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Destephens specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • 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. Destephens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Destephens

2.8
22 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Straight shooter
The staff was very friendly and approachable. Dr. DeStephens was a straight shooter with me and didn't pull any punches when discussing my health. I've got some thick skin, but I could see how that might rub other people the wrong way. Spent a lot of time with me going over my medical history. Overall, I did enjoy my appointment and will be going back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Cday4545 – Dec 17, 2024
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Well I was told I was fat, asked why I took a specific medication and suggested I did not need it and needed to grow up. Was also told that one of my echos was incorrect and when I said well we need to ha e another one he just shrugged it off and said I was probably born with it. Not even concerned if I have a leaky heart valve. And he wants to call people out for dropping the F bomb as he said in one of his responses that's all he did every other sentence he was cussing. I know more about his history than he does about mine because he could not quit talking about himself. We shall see how this follow up goes lmao what a joke
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Lol – Apr 11, 2024
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Terrible Doctor
The worst Doctor in my life.bad manners .In my first appt. He didn't introduce himself.he told my old Doctor dont know nothing .In my second appt. He enter to the room with bad actitud .very bad Doctor. I Would not recomend him .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Mayra Rosario – Mar 08, 2023
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terrible doctor
worst dotor in gainseville
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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Pamela Maclaughlin – Aug 20, 2022
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IF YOU VALUE YOUR HEALTH STAY AWAY
HE IS A JOKE
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 19, 2022
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Very ignorant in regards to mental health. Poor bedside manner and refused to let me voice opinions, experience, or ideas. However, he did give me a good dose of motivation and tools for handling my weight issue. Will not be going back for the aforementioned issues however.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Tim jones – Jul 25, 2022
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I found Dr. Destephens to be unbelievable. Any doctor that tells a patient that covets virus is nothing and you should not be vaccinated because it is dangerous and the CDC is out to take orders from Big pharmacies. and do not he told me that vaccinations are bad for me. He said the CDC will lie to promote any drug the big companies tell them to promote weather-safe or not. When he asked what my Dx was in the past he told me all my other doctors were wrong. At this point, I left the office. I can not believe he has a license and passing out so much bad advice. There was no mask worn in the office other than mine. Please be aware of this guy he is DANGEROUS.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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dON bOWEN – Oct 05, 2021
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He has been my primary care physician for nearly 5 yrs. I dealt with cardiologists and orthopaedists for close to 35 years. The essence of non-invasive medicine is diagnosis. He listens attentively, extends the visit until he has accumulated the pertinent information and solves the puzzle. He is a simply superb diagnostician.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Greg – May 05, 2021
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I've been a patient of Dr. DeStephens for over 17 years and he is like no other doctor I've ever seen before. He spends as much time as needed to discuss any and all health issues. He takes the time to explain information in great detail. Also, Chad his PA is awesome and is always willing to help in any way he can.
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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Aug 29, 2020
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I was really hopeful going to Dr. DeStephens. However with my first appointment he didn’t introduce himself, didn’t understand standard medical terminology. He didn’t ask for my history and honestly was the first doctor that I almost walked out on. Very bad bedside manner and doesn’t listen to you. Very condescending.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Jun 02, 2018
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Dr. Destephens is quite knowledgeable in skeletal muscular issues, and seems to be on the cutting edge of many modalities of healing. He has a western approach to medicine because that is how he is trained. He however knows a lot about bio-identical hormones, and tries to treat the whole patient. He has a friendly staff and they work hard to make sure you have no problem scheduling labs and getting what you need for healing. He also gives out great advice for posture, exercise and diet.
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
5 others found this helpful
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K. Porter in Newberry – Nov 03, 2017
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Dr. D has been my primary doctor for over 15 years. He is very professional, attentive, respectful and knowledgeable. He often takes the time to provide insight into ways that I can improve my overall health. What I like most about him is his humanity and transparency. Anyone who rates him below five stars, I would question that person's motivation. I have referred many people over the years to go to him for their medical needs.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Joe in Ocala, FL – Oct 28, 2017
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Dr. Destephens thinks he is a gift to women. When he walked in, he didn't even look at me, he did not shake my hand or introduce himself, and proceeded to look at the computer. Then he deigned to turn to me and address my concerns. However, he went off on a tangent about calling me on any negativity he picks up. He ended up giving me the "5 no's" when I asked a question. At that point I thought "no thanks." I would NOT recommend him to any woman who has self respect!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Ocala, FL – Oct 04, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. James Destephens, MD is an internist in Gainesville, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HCA Florida Lake City Hospital and HCA Florida North Florida Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Internal Medicine

  • Cardiology

  • Bariatric Medicine

  • Age Management Medicine

  • Sports Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Toledo College Of Medicine And Life Sciences

    Medical School

  • University Of Toledo College Of Medicine And Life Sciences

    Internship Hospital, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Practice

James B. Destephens MD PA2341 NW 41st St Ste B Gainesville, FL 32606
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HCA Florida Lake City Hospital

    340 NW Commerce Dr
    Lake City, FL 32055
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HCA Florida North Florida Hospital

    6500 W Newberry Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32605
    Recipient of 80
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence 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.

    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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