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Dr. Kelly Galster, DO

Dr. Kelly Galster, DO

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Kelly Galster, DO is a general surgeon in Palmer, MA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baystate Wing Hospital and Baystate Franklin Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer

40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069

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Dr. Galster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Galster

4.6
18 ratings, 18 with a written review
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Colonoscopy Easy as 1,2,3
Dr. Galster performed a routine colonoscopy for me at Wing Memorial Hospital. He was friendly, caring and answered all of my questions. This was my first colonoscopy so I was a bit nervous, but the procedure went well… recovery was quick and easy. I would definitely recommend Dr. Galster and the team at Wing for this type of procedure.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 12, 2025
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Consistent and excellent, communicates well and nurses are the best
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 16, 2024
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Felt that Dr. Galster was definitely concerned with my well-being.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 09, 2024
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No complaints about Dr's Nurses or after care by this Dr.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 27, 2023
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Very pleasant interaction. Dr. Galster and his staff were excellent.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 18, 2023
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I have no complaints doctor was very good we had a plan for me to do what he thought would work .I trust his decision.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 17, 2023
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Excellent care
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 24, 2023
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Visit with provider was excellent.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 18, 2023
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The doctor and nurse did an excellent job. I was very satisfied.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 31, 2023
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*Kayla Allegena was very helpful, listened, she followed up on tests, I really liked her for my primary care five stars.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2023
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All good.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 25, 2023
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Absolutely Terrible
I don't appreciate how him and his team don't tell you about procedures they are performing when you're sedated. Catheterization is a MUST KNOW procedure!!! I had to leave a star, but I would prefer to leave zero stars!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Definitely not Satisfied – Jun 14, 2023
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Hernia Surgery
From the first meeting with Dr Galster in his office before my surgery date. He was quite down to earth on the procedure and what to expect during and after. He tells you like it is and what risk that are involved if you don't do like the doctor orders. After surgery he expressed ice, ice and more ice to help decrease the swelling and speed up on the recovery process. After surgery, I had little to no pain and little swelling, which the ice took care of. Within three days I was up and about with no complications to note as if this writting.
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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Steven N Charest – Apr 25, 2022
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I was not told about a procedure that was going to happen to me once I was sedated. It was a blanket procedure, so I should of known. It has really upset me almost three months after surgery. I did not have much control of the entire situation, but I had every right to know about this and express my patient rights. I was not even told and I should of been at my consultation. There could of been serious risks that could of happened and if woke up with issues I would not know why because no one told me. It is not just the surgery to take out the problem it is the entire process. I was trusting and vulnerable and could not stand up for myself. I should not be the last person to find out something was done to me I was not aware of. This cast wonder on how I was treated once sedated. I will never ever trust another surgeon, team, or hospital again for surgery. This was my first surgery and I did have trust that I was going to be told how everything was going to go.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Not Happy – Dec 16, 2021
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Dr Galster was excellent. I was an add on with ruptured appendix. He made sure to tell me what to expect. With after care he was very straightforward and conservative making sure not to rush recovery. I felt in great care with Dr Galster and nurses at wing. Dr Galster is great. I would recommend him to family and friends.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 14, 2021
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I left a review it was suppose to be 5 stars not 2!!
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Keith Audet – Sep 13, 2019
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My dad is 79 and had to have Hernia surgery and Dr Galster was his surgeon. My dad was very happy with how Dr Galster explained everything that would be done during surgery and what he could expect. He has a great bed side manner and is extremely friendly. He made my dad feel very comfortable and relaxed about having his surgery. We are so happy we where able to have him be his surgeon!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Afonso – Jul 20, 2019
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Dr is very helpful and comforting in scary situations. He has a great bedside manner and will take all the time you need with him. I knew exactly what to expect before during and after having my gall bladder removed. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of a general surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2019
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Dr. Kelly Galster, DO is a general surgeon in Palmer, MA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baystate...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Kansas City University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baystate Wing Hospital

    40 Wright St
    Palmer, MA 01069
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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.

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

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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  • Baystate Franklin Medical Center

    164 High St
    Greenfield, MA 01301
    Recipient of 3
    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

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher 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
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