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Dr. Lawrence Gensler, MD

Dr. Lawrence Gensler, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Gensler, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hammond, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gensler has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Liver Disease, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Locations

Northlake Gastroenterology

Northlake Gastroenterology16061 Doctors Blvd Ste B Hammond, LA 70403
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Gensler is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital Covington, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Gensler specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Gensler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gensler

3.3

30 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
40%
40%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Andrea P. – May 26, 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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Nov 30, 2023
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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
Helpful
Koenig Family – Nov 30, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
Helpful
Nov 23, 2023
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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
Jessica Pegues – Jul 30, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Emily Phelps – Apr 24, 2020
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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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Apr 11, 2020
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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
Helpful
Mark Voelkel – Apr 11, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
saintsfan111 in Covington, LA – Dec 18, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Mandeville, LA – Nov 06, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Covington – Jan 27, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
R.A. in Sun, LA – May 16, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
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Tyler in Slidell – Jan 31, 2016
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biography

Dr. Lawrence Gensler, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hammond, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Gensler has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Liver Disease, and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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

  • Charity Hosp-lsu School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Charity Hosp-lsu School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Charity Hosp-lsu School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St
    Covington, LA 70433
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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

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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

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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