Stephen S. McNatt, MD
- Bariatric/Minimally Invasive Surgery Weight Management General Surgery
Stephen S. McNatt, MD
- Bariatric/Minimally Invasive Surgery Weight Management General Surgery
Conditions and Treatments
- Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
- Diverticulectomy
- Laparoscopic Roux En Y Gastric Bypass
- Bariatric Surgery Weight Management
- Lap Truncal Vagotomy
- Duodenal Switch
- Appendectomy
- Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Pyloroplasty
- Laparoscopic or Open Hernia Repair
- Bariatric Surgery Revision
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Abdominal Masses
- Adrenal Cyst
- Appendicitis
- Axillary Lipoma
- Bile Duct Stones
- Biliary Dyskinesia
- Conn's Syndrome
- Esophageal Diverticula
- Gallbladder Polyps
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroparesis
- Paraesophageal Ulcer
- Splenic Mass
- Stomach Ulcers
- Laparoscopic Diverticulectomy
- Laparoscopic Gastrojejunostomy
- Laparoscopic Pyloroplasty
- Single Incision Cholecystectomy
- Hernia Surgery
- Hernia
- Obesity
- Pheochromocytoma
- Achalasia
- Adrenal Mass
- Ascities (Swelling of the Belly)
- Axillary Mass
- Bile Leak
- Cholecystitis
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Esophageal Mass
- Gallstone Pancreatitis
- Gastrointestinal Disease
- Heller Myotomy
- Perineal Cyst
- Splenomegaly
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Laparoscopic Esophagectomy
- Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
- Vagotomy
- SADI-S
- Cholelithiasis
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Gallstones
- Adrenal Adenoma
- Adrenal Nodule
- Axillary Abscess
- Bile Duct Obstruction
- Biliary Colic
- Choledocholithiasis
- Entercutaneous Fistula
- Esophageal Stricture
- Gastric Outlet Obstruction
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Lipoma
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Stomach Polyp
Ratings and Reviews
4.7170 Ratings 65 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.7 |
| Cared about me | 4.6 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.7 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.7 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- September 16, 2023 Fantastic!!
- September 9, 2023 I was very impressed with Dr. McNatt. He listened to my Concerns and answered all my questions. He fully explained the risks versus advantages of surgery and I have full confidence in him
- September 6, 2023 He is a caring professional. I was well informed re: my physical problem and the remedy to be applied.
- August 30, 2023 Dr McNatt was straight to the point. Carefully listened to my wife and I.
- August 26, 2023 Dr. McNatt is an excellent and caring physician. He is a good role model for our medical students. Plus, he has a good sense of humor!
- August 20, 2023 Excellent and caring in conjunction with his bedside manners.
- August 14, 2023 When I finally was able to see Dr McNatt, he was kind and took his time explaining things to me and answering my questions. He involved me in decision making and he explained what he would be doing during the surgery.
- July 31, 2023 I appreciated Dr McNatt's patience while waiting for my answers to his questions and for his forthright answers to my questions.
- July 26, 2023 Eber bonilla
- July 20, 2023 Dr. McNatt, was extremely professional, knowledgeable, had taken the time to read my files that were sent from Duke University, and explained various facts about them that had not been disclosed to me prior to meeting with him. He answered all my questions. and is one of the few doctors left today that really seems to care about his patience. My husband and I were extremely impressed!
- July 19, 2023 He was knowledgeable in gastric banding. I had mine 20 years ago. Only thing is in his notes he spelled my last name wrong. With, did he not look at my chart to verify spelling.
- July 15, 2023 I've been going for 7 years it's time for it to end
- June 25, 2023 He was very honest and straightforward with me that's what I like when he explained things to me he did not talk above my head where I couldn't understand it. He was very kind and patient with me not rushed. He's a very good doctor.
- June 17, 2023 Dr McNatt is knowledgeable and provides clear answers however he is not really personable so don’t expect much conversation.
- June 1, 2023 The Dr was very helpful to
- May 30, 2023 Dr McNatt was down to earth, friendly, and funny. Really nice
- May 27, 2023 Everything I ask he answers all questions
- May 8, 2023 The PA was kind, respectful, and easy to understand. She answered the few questions I had and lol forward to the next appointment.
- May 6, 2023 Very knowledgeable, friendly, caring, quickly diagnosed my problem.
- April 29, 2023 Took his time to address my concerns and explain process in detail to where I could understand them. Was easy to talk to. Very skilled professional. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
- April 22, 2023 Mr McNatt MD did what I believe to be one of the best jobs repairing my 2 hernia's. Especially after the condition I was left in after the last surgeon at Forsyth memorial hospital left me in!!
- April 22, 2023 Dr. McNatt was very accepting of all of my questions and his responses were clear. Dr. was very knowledgeable of my condition and provided specific options. He made me feel comfortable and I was very pleased with my time with him. Dr. McNatt took a very generous amount of time with me and I appreciated that very much. I did not feel pressured to make a decision on my appointment day.
- April 17, 2023 Very thorough and honest.
- April 14, 2023 Dr. McNatt saved my life a year ago and I am forever grateful
- April 1, 2023 Dr McNatt was wonderful! I could not have ask for a better Dr. He’s the best!
- March 29, 2023 Very informative answer all my questions
- March 8, 2023 I wont know if I'm completly satisfied until my treatment is complete.
- March 6, 2023 Very informative and to the point. Explained everything so that I could understand it and gave me my options.
- February 28, 2023 Dr.McNatt was a very straightforward doctor I love the fact he explained to me clearly about my problem and what was the best option for me even though it was gonna delay fixing my situation but it was doing what was best 1st.
- February 25, 2023 He took long time going over my upcoming surgery helping me understand what all needs to be done and giving g me all options and full recovery time.
- February 21, 2023 Dr McNatt is the only Doctor I would let do my surgery. I trust him completely.
- February 18, 2023 Well don't wanna give him a black eye nor a pat on the back. Not very compassion about the problems I'm having or in any hurry to fix my problem. I'm just a number.
- February 11, 2023 i like his expertise and deliberate honesty.
- February 11, 2023 I did my research and read reviews on Dr. McNatt before electing to go to him. All the reviews were spot on, I was not disappointed. He was personable and easy to understand.
- February 8, 2023 Excellent service
- February 7, 2023 He was friendly enough. He seemed a little 'put off' with my medical concern, especially when it was determined I did not need his services for surgery. I felt like I 'wasted his time' even though I was referred by my doctor.
- January 19, 2023 It was a pleasure meeting Dr. McNatt. He was very easy to talk to about my overall health and very informative, in regards to my Individual needs. He was very professional.
- January 18, 2023 Knew the right thing to do with the information we talked about. Very concerned about what concerned me. His staff/medical personal were knowledgeable and seem to ask all the pertinent questions.
- January 14, 2023 We saw he's PA and she was wonderful.
- January 11, 2023 buen doctor
- December 31, 2022 He is an excellent doctor but keeps my waiting for over an hour.
- December 31, 2022 Professional and knowledgeable.
- December 27, 2022 Listened and cared about my concerns.
- December 26, 2022 He was caring and listened to what I had to say. Explained where the problem was and what he could do and what he couldn??t do. I??ve not had many doctors like that. I really liked him and would refer someone else to him
- December 25, 2022 Took time to answer and explain everything to me. I highly recommend him to anyone.
- December 21, 2022 Dr McNatt was wonderful. He actually listened to all my questions and concerns. He made me feel like a person and not like at pt number! So glad I found him!
- December 18, 2022 Very professional he listens with concerns explain in a manner you understand don't rush you
- December 15, 2022 He was thorough and explained the procedure fully.
- December 14, 2022 Very friendly knowledgable and interested approach. Spent quality time with us.Listened to my input.
- December 13, 2022 Dr. McNatt was personable and did an excellent job of educating me on results and risks of each procedure. He used the computer to graph my risks and show me. He used diagrams to show me what procedures entailed.
- December 4, 2022 Wonderful
- November 16, 2022 Doctor McNatt Is a really nice doctor listen to me Great to talk to very easy to understand
- November 9, 2022 Always top notch from the pre surgery consultation, to the surgery and the follow up consultation.
- November 5, 2022 Very helpful and I was very appreciative of how timely my visit was. I was prepared to wait the usual hour or so, not here!
- October 29, 2022 This was my first time meeting him???.very impressive. He took his time to thoroughly explain everything and to thoroughly explain the options available.
- October 27, 2022 He was very considerate and helpful in explaining everything including all the risk associated with the surgery.
- October 18, 2022 Dr. McNatt and his staff are exceptional. I have no hesitation to use or recommend his office at any time.
- October 9, 2022 Muy buen medico y muy amable y hace todo lo posible por que entiendas bien todo lo que se habla ahii
- October 8, 2022 Very knowledgeable about my condition.
- October 2, 2022 Good at explaining my procedure.
- October 1, 2022 Dr. McNatt was great. He explained everything from the surgery, to any possible complications, to the recovery in a clear, easy to understand manner.
- October 1, 2022 Very approachable- explained procedure thoroughly- listened to my concerns
- September 30, 2022 liked dr mcnatt,made a good decision choosing him for my sugery
- September 27, 2022 Excellence in patient-centered care.
- September 21, 2022 He is very kind and compassionate. He takes time to listen to his patients. He helps his patients to make the best decisions concerning their health.
Locations
Credentials
Education
- BA, University of Texas - Austin, 1990
- MD, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, 1994
Residency
- General Surgery, Emory Healthcare, 1999
Fellowship
- Advanced Endosurgery, Emory Healthcare, 2000
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery, Surgery
Memberships
- American Hernia Society
- Society for Surgery of Alimentary Tract
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
- Society for American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic
- American Gastroenterological Association
Positions
- Physician
- Associate Professor, Minimally Invasive Surgery
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Use of phentermine-topiramate extended release in combination with sleeve gastrectomy in patients with BMI 50 kg/m2 or more. Ard JD, Beavers DP, Hale E, Miller G, McNatt S, Fernandez A. Surg Obes Relat Dis. 2019 Jul; 15(7):1039-1043.
- Laparoscopic-Assisted Transgastric ERCP: A Single-Institution Experience. Habenicht Yancey K, McCormack LK, McNatt SS, Powell MS, Fernandez AZ, Westcott CJ. J Obes. 2018; 2018:8275965.
- Conversion from gastric bypass to sleeve gastrectomy for complications of gastric bypass. Carter CO, Fernandez AZ, McNatt SS, Powell MS. Surg Obes Relat Dis. ; 12(3):572-576.
- Nonmesenteric defect causing internal hernia after laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Hiller DJ, Powell MS, McNatt SS. Am Surg. 2013 Aug; 79(8):E260-1.
- Intra-abdominal pressure and the morbidly obese patients: the effect of body mass index. Wilson A, Longhi J, Goldman C, McNatt S. J Trauma. 2010 Jul; 69(1):78-83.