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Dr. Spencer Jenkins, MD

Dr. Spencer Jenkins, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Spencer Jenkins, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1993. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1520 Taylor St Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29201
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(803) 509-5710

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Jenkins is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Jenkins 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 Expertise
    Dr. Jenkins specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Jenkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jenkins

4.0
15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
13%
13%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
13%
13%

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BOTH PHYSICIANS ARE EXCELLENT CARE PROVIDERS AND I HAVE RECOMMENDED THEM TO NUMEROUS PEOPLE AND THEY SPOKE OF THEM HIGHLY TOO ??
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
1 other person found this helpful
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MRS.BRUNSON – Apr 28, 2024
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I have been seeing Dr. Spencer Jenkins for years. He’s very professional, informative and compassionate. His staff is also amazing. A very professional group. I trust his judgement explicitly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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The 8-14-2017 review from Virginia Beach, VA is unfortunately similar to what I experienced. Dr. Jenkins was unnecessarily condescending and rude to me while missing the big picture.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2018
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My daughter saw Dr. Jenkins multiple times and was unable to diagnose her condition. The next MD we saw was able to do so in about 5 minutes. He was condescending and determined her issue must be related to some undiagnosed mental health issue. The last appointment he told her he didn't want to see her unless her PCP sends her. We informed him that his office sent a postcard for a 6 month follow-up. I would never recommend him nor ever go again. I have heard similar stories from former staff.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Virginia Beach, VA – Aug 14, 2017
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Nice fellow: friendly, caring. Good manners. However, he hasn't done anything for me. He does endoscopic treatments, etc. In other words, he will monitor you. And that is where it stops. He puts you on medications and if you complain enough, he will send you to see somebody else, who will monitor you some more. I need to find somebody else. But maybe by now the problem is irreversible. The only good thing I can say about him is that he isn't the only one who has let me down, not the first one.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
Helpful
G in Columbia, SC – Feb 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Spencer Jenkins, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1993. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Jenkins is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1520 Taylor St Ste 200 Columbia, SC 29201
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lexington Medical Center

      2720 Sunset Blvd
      West Columbia, SC 29169
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

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

      2% higher than the national average

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

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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