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Dr. Stephen Gipson, MD

Dr. Stephen Gipson, MD

Hospice & Palliative Medicine*

Dr. Stephen Gipson, MD is a hospice & palliative medicine internist in Memphis, TN. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis and Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

6005 Park Ave Ste 400 Memphis, TN 38119

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  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
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Dr. Gipson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gipson

4.1
37 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
0%
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1 star
22%
22%

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Overall review
He been great to me but he has cut my meds back to far I going to bed in horrible pain but I am scared to tell him because I am scared he will not see me anymore I am long time patiance can someone tell me what I should do I have never fails a drug screen I just don't know how to tell him how bad I am truly hurting please help me.if you can yours truly Gary Owens
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • 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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Apr 20, 2022
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Passionate is the one word I would use to describe Dr. Gipson. He is one of the most informed, empathic physicians I have ever met. I attended college with him and he is the same person now as he was then; rock solid and of genuine character. He loves flying WW2 vintage planes, playing guitar/piano and special time with his grandkids and dogs. You will get the best pain treatment possible under the care of Dr. Steve Gipson.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Davis S. – Oct 30, 2020
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The absolute best! I could not ask for a kinder doctor who actually listens and genuinely cares about his patients well being and quality of life. He offers far more in office treatments to help you as well. When ive needed to go for an injection between scheduled appointments, he has ALWAYS gotten me in quickly. Lori, his nurse practitioner is just as kind and helpful as he is. if you have a chronic painful situation, do yourself a favor and go see Dr. Gipson right away. I am SO thankful to this kind man who has given me back my quality of life after a horrible accident and multiple spine surgeries. Thank you doctor Gipson! Savid Swilley
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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David Swilley – Jul 09, 2020
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Dr. Gibson is a very caring and compassionate Doctor. He explained my condition to me and answered all of my questions that I had for him. His staff are all very friendly and kind! My wait time was not long at all, I was in and out of the office within 30 minutes. I have no problem highly recommend Dr Gibson. He is my Favorite Doctor I feel very blessed to have been referred to him several years ago. Lori is also great I love her just as much as I do Doctor Gibson.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Kim Armstrong – May 11, 2020
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Ben Tice, Surgery patient, 8-3-2017 Pain Stimulator Implant Patient, Page 2 Because of my mistake of drinking juice he decided that he would come back 6 hours later and do the operation because of my need for the Pain Stimulator. Not many doctors would go out of there way especially when it's your mistake and he smiled and told me no problem that he was going to make sure he helped me. The stimulator has worked wonderer's for my back and Dr. Gipson is a very patient "Doctor" & I highly recommend him to anyone. If he can't help you he will tell you as with telling me what he could & couldn't do and has lived up to every word. I love his attitude of he will help you anyway he can. I didn't ask for a miracle but it came close as I see it. I'm not in the pain I was and thank him very much for that everyday I get up and able to walk without as much pain. I'd all but cry before surgery and at least it's bearable enough to live. Thank You Dr. Gipson for a better out look on my life. Ben Tice
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Ben Tice – Oct 04, 2019
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Dr,Gipson has been treating me for sometime now and he keeps my pain level down so that I may continue to have the quality of life need to enjoy my family
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 08, 2019
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Dr. Gipson, I would give him the highest recommendation I could possibly give. His bedside manner is excellent and he takes the time to explain what’s going on with your body. I was in a car accident which left me with 22 broken bones and have not felt like I had the health car I needed till I was put in his care.. Thanks Dr. G for being there...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Dr. Robert Shindler in TN – Jul 27, 2018
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Taking care of my back pain and damaged side nerve pain. Showing me alternatives to pills. He has served our country well and loves it too. Great bedside manner. Very glad I found him.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Jimr in Moscow, TN – Jan 07, 2017
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Great Doctor,very knowlegible and willing to take time to listen to patients. Desk staff not helpful, will not answer phone, took three months to find someone to accept payment for bill.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Patient 145 in Brandon, FL – Dec 07, 2016
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Last year my pain medication doctor died suddenly just before my scheduled appt.I am on methadone and everyone who is on a schedule 2 med. knows the strict gov. regulations.Dr. Gipson was very sympathetic to my plight of finding a doctor on short notice.He was very concerned & got me in in time for my prescription refill. He gives pain blocks in the office at the end of your appt if needed.No need to schedule it in advance and no need to have someone drive you home like Campbell Clinic requires.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Bubba in Memphis – Oct 08, 2016
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Dr Gipson spends time listening & working toward goals to improve your quality of life. He's very compassionate and has your best interest at heart. I have referred a family member & friends and they are very happy their results.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Leigh in Southaven Ms – Aug 22, 2016
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Gave me a prednisone shot in my knee, said that he used an ultrasound machine to give shot, but he didn't. Charged medicare and me $350.00. When Medicare refused they billed me and I refused. He FIRED ME as a patient for this. I did NOTHING WRONG.
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 others found this helpful
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Gwen in Bartlett, TN – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Life is short, live without pain. For those who are in their latter years, I believe my primary job is to help you find the best quality of life for as many years as possible. For the younger, it's all focused on redirecting resources to recover,...read more
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

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  • University Of Tennessee Bowld Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1985
  • St Francis Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1984
  • Arkansas State University

    Undergraduate School, 1977
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Locations

Practice

Gipson Specialty Center PLLC6005 Park Ave Ste 400 Memphis, TN 38119
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis

    6019 Walnut Grove Rd
    Memphis, TN 38120
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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  • Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis

    5959 Park Ave
    Memphis, TN 38119

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

    75%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% lower than the national average

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

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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