CarolinaEast Surgical Specialists
General Surgery • New Bern, NC • Since 1963
About
CarolinaEast Surgical Specialists in New Bern is part of the CarolinaEast Health System, a nonprofit network based in New Bern, NC. The system includes CarolinaEast Medical Center (the flagship 350-bed acute care hospital) and a range of surgical services across its centers. Key notes: - CarolinaEast Health System: founded 1963, nonprofit, serves Craven, Jones, Pamlico and surrounding counties; operates multiple facilities including surgery, heart center, rehabilitation, imaging, primary care, and mental health. - CarolinaEast Medical Center: flagship hospital in New Bern; offers general and specialized surgical services, cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, women's health, pediatrics, and cancer care; emergency department serves 75,000+ annually. - Other components: CarolinaEast Surgery Center, Diagnostic Center, Rehabilitation Hospital, Home Care, and Crossroads Adult Mental Health. - Notable achievements: firsts in regional outpatient cardiac rehab, early radiation therapy, digital mammography with CAD, PET-CT cancer scanning; Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A in 2023. - Contact: main phone 252-633-8111; HQ address and locations in New Bern, NC.
Clinic Type
General Surgery
Address
701 Newman Road, New Bern, North Carolina 28562
Phone
252.633.2081
cehsinfo@carolinaeasthealth.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- CarolinaEast Physicians website for Dr. Daniel J. Reichenbach: 4.9 out of 5 stars (4,985 ratings)
- Healthgrades for Dr. Thomas Skelton: 4.1 out of 5 stars (22 ratings)
Patients praise
- Knowledgeable and experienced in procedures
- Takes time to answer questions and put patients at ease
- Courteous and considerate bedside manner
Common complaints
- Perceived lack of time spent with patients
- Perceived disregard for patient concerns/conditions
- Reports of feeling ignored by the provider
"Completely blown off by this guy. He did not spend any amount of time speaking to me about my condition..."
— Healthgrades patient review regarding Dr. Thomas Skelton"I would recommend Dr Thomas Skelton to anyone. He was knowledgeable & experienced with the procedure I had. He took his time and answered ALL my questions..."
— Healthgrades patient review regarding Dr. Thomas SkeltonSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Victor B. Kim, MD - Cardiac Surgeon in New Bern, NC — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Courtney L. Olmsted, MD - General Surgeon in Pollocksville, NC — May 14, 2026
- Megan E. Lazur, CNA - Nurse Anesthetist in Pollocksville, NC — May 14, 2026
- Adam L. Wright, CNA - Nurse Anesthetist in Pollocksville, NC — May 14, 2026
- Jeffrey N. Beltz, CNA - Nurse Anesthetist in Pollocksville, NC — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Summary: Daniel J. Reichenbach is associated with CarolinaEast Physicians in New Bern, NC. CarolinaEast Physicians is a private healthcare practice within the CarolinaEast Health System, headquartered at 2000 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC, with five offices in the area. The organization employs about 16 staff and generates around $45.9 million in annual revenue. Contact: cehsinfo@carolinaeasthealth.com; 252-635-3267 or +1 252-633-8111. For context, the practice focuses on medical services within the CarolinaEast Health System and operates under identifiers in SIC 80/801 and NAICS 62/621. If you’re specifically seeking information on Daniel J. Reichenbach’s role or affiliation, this source confirms he is connected to CarolinaEast Physicians, but does not provide his exact title or duties. For precise details, consider contacting the practice directly or checking professional profiles (LinkedIn, etc.).
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