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Dr. Donald Hetzel, MD

Gastroenterology
3.2 (24)
Map Pin Small Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Donald Hetzel, MD

Dr. Donald Hetzel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center and CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga. Patients rated Dr. Hetzel an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Hetzel works at Practice in Chattanooga, TN with other offices in Ringgold, GA and Hixson, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Hemorrhoids, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Hetzel's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Digestive Health Associates PC
    2515 Desales Ave Ste 206, Chattanooga, TN 37404 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 698-8101
  2. 2
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    1651 Gunbarrel Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 308-0390
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    Surgical Specialists At Hutcheson P. C.
    4700 Battlefield Pkwy Ste 130, Ringgold, GA 30736 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 698-8101
  4. 4
    Galen Medical Group PC
    4976 Alpha Ln, Hixson, TN 37343 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (423) 308-0280

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  • Parkridge Medical Center
  • CHI Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

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    3.2
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    About Dr. Donald Hetzel, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1932181245
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Maryland School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Donald Hetzel, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Hetzel is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Hetzel has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Hetzel has seen patients for Hemorrhoids, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Hetzel on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    24 patients have reviewed Dr. Hetzel. The overall rating for this provider is 3.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Hetzel.

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