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About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Gastroenterology

With more than 30 years of experience as a gastroenterologist, Dr. David Hess loves taking care of people. He finds it particularly rewarding to know that he’s helped his patients feel better.

Dr. Hess sees adult patients for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases and hepatology. He also performs screening colonoscopies and endoscopies. He likes to create a positive environment where patients can feel safe, relaxed and confident in their medical team. He encourages everyone to get some aerobic exercise daily, to help both mental and physical wellbeing and increase stamina.

A native of Cincinnati’s west side, Dr. Hess and his wife have three children and five grandchildren. He enjoys sharing his expertise on medical mission trips and has traveled to Kenya, Belize, Mexico and Haiti to care for patients. He enjoys swimming and outdoor activities. He is a member of Ducks Unlimited, an organization dedicated to conserving waterfowl habitats.

Locations I practice at

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    TriHealth Physician Partners Gastroenterology - Good Samaritan Campus
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    TriHealth Physician Partners Gastroenterology - Western Ridge
  • Education

    • Boston University School of Medicine | Fellowship, 1990
      Medical Doctor
    • Good Samaritan Hospital | Residency, 1988
      Medical Doctor
    • Good Samaritan Hospital | Internship, 1985
      Medical Doctor
    • The Ohio State University College of Medicine | Degree, 1984
      Medical Doctor

    Certifications

    • American Board of Internal Medicine | Other, 1988
    • American Board of Internal Medicine | Board, 1993
      Gastroenterology

    Ratings and Reviews

    The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
    4.9 / 5 (370 ratings, 10 comments)
    Comments from patients
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Hess is great, very professional, caring, kind, knowledgeable, listens to you, Awesome!
      Reviewed April 08, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Hess has been my GI doctor for over 20 30 yrs. He is the best.
      Reviewed March 28, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Hess was great! Spent time with me and didn't rush thru the visit
      Reviewed March 26, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Hess is a wonderful, caring physician and I would recommend him to anyone.
      Reviewed November 28, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      Very good to see DrHess my doc for. 25 plus. Great visit.
      Reviewed November 28, 2024
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