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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

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

    Certifications

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

    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 (366 ratings, 10 comments)
    Comments from patients
    • 5 / 5
      Like I said earlier, couldn't have gone any better!
      Reviewed September 23, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      The healing guidance provided after my surgery the week before was excellent. Consequently Dr. Walked was very pleased with my post surgery progress. The surgery and post surgery interactions were terrific. I feel very fortunate for the excellent health care.
      Reviewed September 04, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Hess is so engaging.
      Reviewed September 03, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Hess and his staff are very kind and listen to my concerns. Dr Hess aways takes care of my issues and concerns.
      Reviewed August 06, 2025
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Hess is the best GI Dr in Ohio! He's so on target with his instinctive calls and he has compassion and respect for how you feel as the patient. I trust him with my life!
      Reviewed July 31, 2025
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