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Dr. Robert Wharton, MD

Dr. Robert Wharton, MD

Gastroenterology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Wharton, MD is a gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, FL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Wharton has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1973. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (29 reviews)

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Dr. Wharton is affiliated with HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital South Pasadena, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Wharton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Wharton specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Wharton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wharton

4.6

29 ratings, 16 with a written review
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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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Apr 10, 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
1 person found this helpful
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R. Miller – Feb 17, 2024
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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
Louise Delano – Apr 12, 2022
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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
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Phil Covell – Dec 02, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Charles E Morgan – Nov 11, 2021
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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
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Patricia Bridges – Sep 09, 2021
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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
Helpful
Sep 09, 2021
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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
Helpful
Carol Harsch – Jun 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 06, 2021
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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
Helpful
Dale Johnson – Sep 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
What could be improved
No results
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Elizabeth B Frierson – Aug 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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LATANYA BOYKINS – Jul 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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stephen newman – Jul 08, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Zoe Barrera in Ohio and Florida , FL – May 24, 2019
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
T Hallcom in St Petersburg, FL – Aug 02, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
19 people found this helpful
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St Petersburg, FL – Apr 15, 2017
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Dr. Robert Wharton, MD is a gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, FL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Wharton has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia...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.

  • Jacksonville Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Jacksonville Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Wharton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital

      1501 Pasadena Ave S
      South Pasadena, FL 33707
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      79%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% lower than the national average

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

      2% lower than the national average

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