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Dr. Jennifer McAllaster, MD

Dr. Jennifer McAllaster, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Jennifer McAllaster, MD is a general surgeon in Topeka, KS and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Kansas Medical Center in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities University of Kansas Hospital and University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis. She is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

6001 SW 6th Ave Ste 220 Topeka, KS 66615

Make an Appointment

(785) 232-0444

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McAllaster is affiliated with University of Kansas Hospital Kansas City, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McAllaster specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 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. McAllaster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McAllaster

4.6
13 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
85%
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4 star
8%
8%
3 star
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2 star
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1 star
8%
8%

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9 months of lies
What stood out at my last visit was the fact that Dr. Jennifer spent 9 months lying to me about reversing my colostomy. Last week she flat out said she wouldn't do it because I smoke and am having an awful time quitting. I wasn't afforded the opportunity to say no to my surgery knowing about her policy to begin with. I based my decision to have surgery on the fact that she consistently said she would reverse it. It's not posted in her office, it's not a standard of care, and it's not posted on a consent for surgery. I would have said no. I'd rather be dead than wearing this disgusting poop bag.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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May 02, 2023
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I enjoyed my visit with Dr. McAllaster, she showed a genuine concern for me not only for the issue I was referred to her for, but also on a personal level with my past history. She explained the procedure that will be done in a way that was very clear and easy to understand. I would definitely recommend her to family and friends.
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
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Jul 29, 2021
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I recommended Dr. McAllaster to my family and friends. She did a simple mastectomy for me the end of December for cancer and I am healing and recovering quite well. I’m very grateful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 06, 2021
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Dr. McAllaster was great! Very polite and explained the procedure and recovery in details. Overall I definitely recommend her!
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
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Nov 05, 2020
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Dr. McAllister was fantastic! Great bedside manner, down to earth, kind and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. Her nurse was also very professional. My husband felt very comfortable under her care!
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
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Chelsea – Sep 07, 2019
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She removed a tumor in my small intestine. I’m so impressed with her bedside manner and care. Would highly recommend ??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2019
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Great bedside manner, professional, felt very comfortable
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
4 others found this helpful
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Shawnee, KS – Nov 06, 2016
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Caring, attentive, explaining everything to you and you understand. She brings my anxiety level down!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Rogers in Topeka, KS – Apr 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jennifer McAllaster, MD is a general surgeon in Topeka, KS and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Kansas Medical Center in 2006. She is affiliated with medical facilities University of Kansas...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Kansas Medical Center

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

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University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus1700 SW 7th St Topeka, KS 66606
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Kansas Hospital

    4000 Cambridge St
    Kansas City, KS 66160
    Recipient of 28
    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

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University of Kansas Health System Saint Francis

    1700 SW 7th St
    Topeka, KS 66606
    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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