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Dr. Rajesh Makkenchery, MD

Dr. Rajesh Makkenchery, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Rajesh Makkenchery, MD is a general surgeon in Gettysburg, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DR M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY / CHINGLEPUT MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1997. He is affiliated with WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.3 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 2.3 Star Rating (3 reviews)

WellSpan Surgical Specialists - Gettysburg

450 S Washington St Gettysburg, PA 17325

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(717) 337-4487

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Makkenchery is affiliated with WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital Gettysburg, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Makkenchery's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Makkenchery

2.3

3 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
33%
33%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
67%
67%

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What went well
  • 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
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L. A. Layman – Nov 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Stephen – Jul 30, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare: I like to work with my hands and see instant results. Surgery allows me to see immediate results and immediate patient satisfaction. What I want my patients to know about me: I love basketball. I am...read more

biography

Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:I like to work with my hands and see instant results. Surgery allows me to see immediate results and immediate patient satisfaction.What I want my patients to know about me:I love basketball. I am always...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Dr M.g.r. Medical University / Chingleput Medical College

    Medical School, 1997
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Locations

WellSpan Surgical Specialists - Gettysburg

WellSpan Surgical Specialists - Gettysburg450 S Washington St Gettysburg, PA 17325
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital

    147 Gettys St
    Gettysburg, PA 17325
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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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

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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