David E Stein, MD

I was referred to Dr. Stein by my PCP. During my initial appt with him, I was really happy with his bedside manner and level of care and attention. He suggested that I followed up with a colonoscopy, which he performed. He did a decent job with the colonoscopy and ended up finding a polyp which he took out and biopsied. Next few days I call his office and they refuse to give me my test results over the phone, which I knew was bad news. Not only did they not call me about my test results, which they told me they would, but I had to call myself, and now they won’t give me the results! The receptionist told me that there was an appt to see Dr. Stein in 2 weeks for the results! Sorry, but I knew something was wrong with the test results, how are you going to make me wait 2 weeks before letting me know what’s wrong with me? I was furious! I drove to Dr. Stein’s office that very day, insisted on getting my test results. Dr. Stein was actually upset that I came to his office without an appt. Uhm, excuse me, I have cancer and you are telling me you are upset with me??? Which by the way, was the diagnosis of my biopsy. He then gave me some names of surgeons to do research on, and basically that was it! No additional tests to see if it had spread, no referrals to an oncologist, no follow up appt on anything! When I asked him based on the biopsy of my polyp, is it something that he thinks I should be worried about it spreading? He says to me, «nope, don’t worry, it’s a slow growing cancer.» I’m sorry, who say that??? Cancer is cancer, I don’t care how slow it is, there should be a concern for it because it could kill you! I guess if you are a healthy individual and nothing is wrong, he is great to see cause there’s not a lot of fuss afterwards. But as far as for someone who is actually sick, the after care and compassion is just not there!

Dr Stein was exactly what I was looking for when I needed my «periodic review». He was knowledgeable, very competent, and took time to talk with me at length during the pre-​procedure appointment. He has an excellent manner — very soothing and caring. I would highly recommend him for those of us who are at that age to need the «50-​year checkup».
Appointment day was a breeze at the out-​patient clinic they use. When I woke up, it was exactly like I had woken up from an extremely refreshing nap! Please call Dr. Stein if you are looking for someone to care for you during your colonoscopy.
I needed the appointment and procedure within a week in order to be covered under my expiring health insurance, and his office staff and Dr Stein were able to make it happen. I had never used them before nor had I heard of him from any others. I was so lucky to find him. Thank you Dr. Stein (and Staff)!

I was referred to Dr. Stein by my GP for the 50+ colonoscopy exam. Yes, the office staff and office seem like you are back in the 1970’s, but I found Dr. Stein to be very personable and confident. He was very positive in terms of what I might expect given my health is very good.
I had the procedure done and was even hesitant to sign all the papers as I was not clear and a few things, and they even took the time to explain things to me regarding the anesthesia (conscious sedation), and other details. Dr, Stein even made some very comforting funny comments to relax me too.
Dr. Stein was easy to work with as well as his office. Glad I went to him!

Intelligent, well-​informed doctor. I really liked him (yes, past tense). Then, inexplicably, after seeing him for years, the receptionist refused to make an appointment for me. I tried again, and once again, I was refused an appointment. I had always paid immediately, paid cash for tests he suggested that were not covered by my insurance, and did everything he wanted me to. He was still on my provider list. I needed to see him, but couldn’t. Nor could I get my records when I went into the office to get copies. The Medical Board of California call center rep said I could file a complaint for patient abandonment and unprofessional conduct. I didn’t because I thought it was all a misunderstanding with the front office staff. The women in the office are awful to deal with. I wrote to him and got no response, probably intercepted by the staff. I had to find a new gastroenterologist right away while I was sick. I should have filed a complaint with the Medical Board.

Excellent doctor. Although I’ve had colonoscopies in the past, this was my first visit with Dr. David Stein and he was excellent. I was able to get an appointment within a week. He explained everything about the procedure, answered all my questions, was thoughtful and made me feel at ease about the entire process by injecting a sense of humor. The colonoscopy was done at the Los Gatos Surgical Center which was equally as excellent. The staff in the office and at the Surgical Center were extremely professional, courteous, explained everything going on and what I would need to know afterward. A nurse called me a day after the procedure to see how I was feeling and advised me to call if i needed anything at all.
Without a doubt, I felt very comfortable with Dr. Stein as an experienced physician and would recommend him highly to anyone needing a good gastroenterologist.

I’ve had a 3 – 4 year relationship with Dr. Stein and I’ve decided to not go back.
I originally came to him for a chronic problem. He ran a number of tests on me, including a colonscopy which found nothing. When all these tests came back negative, he basically said, you’ll have to live with the problem.
Well my problem got worse and I went back to him. This time he ordered an ultrasound of my gallbladder. I never heard back from him on the results so I called the office and got a copy of the report. The report indicated that there was no immediate issue, but follow up was suggested. Not a good sign.
Finally, this spring, I was diagnosed with Celiac disease. He did an upper GI and then refused to call me with any results. I heard from his receptionist that I might have celiac disease and needed further blood work. I was horrified that I heard this from the receptionist and not the doctor himself. I asked to speak to the doctor and was told no.
I got the follow up blood work and made an appointment to see Dr. Stein. At this appointment, I was told I needed another upper GI.
Oh, another nice point, he literally left the room during my consultation and I had to chase him out into the lobby to get him to answer my questions. A celiac diagnosis is a pretty big deal and he wouldn’t give me more than 5 minutes of his time…
By this point, I was suspicious of his advice to get another upper GI and I went to see a GI who specialized in celiac disease. According to him, I don’t need an upper GI until 1 year after going gluten free (the treatment for Celiac disease).
If I could speak to Dr. Stein, I would tell him that he seriously needs to reconsider why he is practicting medicine. It is clear he is not interested in interacting with patients. Perhaps a research position would be a better use of his talents as he is very knowledgeable on the medical side.
Do yourself a favor, find a different GI to visit.

Awesome doctor! First saw him in 1984, then off an on over the years for colonscopies. Reconnected with him after some serious colon surgeries last year. He came to visit me in the hospital as a consultant with my surgeon. He and my surgeon got me through some scary times. Just saw him again last month. Was the most eye opening and informative doctor visit I’ve had in 25 years. He explains everything in terms a lay person can understand and is funny and caring. A co worker and I both have him as our gastro doc because he is known as the very best in this area! I agree!

I am surprised to read the two negative reviews. My experience was excellent. Easy to get an appointment booked. The staff was friendly. Dr. Stein explained everything extremely well. The result was a GED exam, which was scheduled the following week. He did the procedure which went well. The entire medical staff at the Los Gatos Surgical Center was also excellent. I’m typing this a few hours after my treatment.
Other than the pens in their lobby not working well, I would highly recommend this doctor and facility.

First, I just wanted to say that if you like going to doctors who do not really listen to you and just spew forth a bunch of their «knowledge» in a condescending fashion, then this is the doctor for you. He is, quite clearly, a traditional western doctor. He covers his ass and has a very high opinion of himself. The problem is that this man will not help you if you have a chronic disease, as most digestive issues turn out to be. I was hoping for a doctor open-​minded enough to listen to me, trust that I know my own body and help me find a solution to my problems. This doctor upon seeing my stool test results from a nutritionist tried to scare me into getting a Celiacs disease test (he mentioned that my current state might lead to cancer, and it is genetic, so my kids might also be at risk). I know it is the «in» thing to diagnose people with, but way to be scary! I will never return to him again, and he has put me off going to another doctor again unless it is an emergency. Modern medicine has simply not discovered solutions to many digestive problems, but I have been lucky enough in the past to deal with some very smart, think-​outside-​the-​box types of doctors that steered me in the right direction to good health. Unfortunately, this one was DEFINITELY not that type of doctor!!!

Staff from hell. Find a patient friendly practice.