Colon & Rectal Surgery
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Anal Abcess | Anal Fistula | Anorectal Disorders | Colonoscopy | Hemorrhoids
Appointments as soon as: Tue, 5/5
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Specialities:
Colon & Rectal SurgeryExpertise
Anal Abcess | Anal Fistula | Anorectal Disorders | Colonoscopy | HemorrhoidsLanguages:
Englishschool Education
Medical School
- Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, 1981
Residency
- Western Pennsylvania Hospital, 1981 - 1986
Fellowship
- St. Vincent's Hospital East, 1986 - 1987
Board Certifications
- Colon & Rectal Surgery
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The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke's University Health Network.
“Outstanding”
April 23, 2026
“Everyone was great, but Alex the anesthesiologist, is my hero. Due to dehydration, there was a minor issue with my I.V. Alex stepped right in and painlessly and quickly got it set up and no bruising!”
April 21, 2026
“Dr. Covington was highly recommended by my friends at church. The small group of people that I asked who they would go to for a colonoscopy, at the same time all said Covington. Now that I met him, I fully recommend him also. Great bedside manner and explains all questions at a level that Is well understood.”
April 21, 2026
“I had no problems checking in and they were all were nice as well as Darell T Covington, MD”
April 21, 2026
“Dr. Covington is the best. He is always nice and explains everything I asked him.”
April 21, 2026
“Doc was absolutely wonderful, informative, personable, kind”
April 17, 2026
“Absolutely will recommend st Luke's in stroudsburg/ bartonville on 611 PA”
March 30, 2026
“From my experience I would definitely recommend st Luke's. If your nervous about a procedure they will take your worries away”
March 30, 2026
“Excellent doctor!!”
March 28, 2026
“Answered questions so that I understood. Put my mind at ease with with my situation.”
March 28, 2026
“Dr. Smith was excellent. He makes an office visit feel like catching up with an old friend. He listens & offers suggestions while still offering the patient choices to allow flexibilty in they're plan of care. Would highly recommend”
March 14, 2026
“Great Visit”
March 5, 2026
“They all did an excellent job and take great care of me”
March 5, 2026
“DR. Covington is excellent”
March 2, 2026
“Absolutely the nicest Doctor I've ever met. Made me feel totally comfortable in an uncomfortable situation!! Great personality!”
February 28, 2026
“Jessica Fenner, the PA, was excellent in her manner. Attentive to what I was saying and had a very compassionate attitude. Loved her.”
February 26, 2026
“The doctor's explanation was detailed and precise. I fully understood what the issue was.”
February 20, 2026
“Great visit”
February 19, 2026
“Good visit”
February 19, 2026
“Every person who interacted with me was fabulous!”
February 19, 2026
“Could not have had nicer people tending to me”
February 19, 2026
“One of the most informative appointments I've ever had. The doctor was amazing”
February 16, 2026
“The explanation given by the doctor about my problem was by far the BEST I have received after dealing with my condition for 10 years. I would rather have given Dr. Covington an EXCELLENT than just very good !!”
February 16, 2026
“Absolutely”
February 11, 2026
“Excellent”
February 5, 2026
“St LUKES has some of the best doctors..”
February 3, 2026
“I tell a lot of people how good st LUKES is”
February 3, 2026
“As noted.”
February 1, 2026
“As noted.”
February 1, 2026
“Very good experience.”
February 1, 2026
“Dr Cunningham was very good at explaining my problem and was very thorough. Would recommend him for sure.”
February 1, 2026
“Doc Darell T Covington, MD answered all my questions fully and understandably.”
January 27, 2026
“Dr Covington and staff were exceptional”
January 26, 2026
“Yes I would recommend Dr Covington and his staff.”
January 26, 2026
“Good”
January 25, 2026
“Good”
January 25, 2026
“I cannot say enough good about all involved”
January 25, 2026
“Excellent care from Darell T Covington, MD”
January 18, 2026
“The best care received from Darell T Covington, MD”
January 18, 2026
“Everyone was professional and compassionate. They were behind schedule but kept me informed and comfortable. A pleasant experience!”
January 18, 2026
“He helped me immensely. Darell T Covington, MD and Physician Assistant are wonderful. ”
January 18, 2026
“Excellent”
January 15, 2026
“Thank you for having a caring staff. I was very pleased with my experience.”
January 15, 2026
“Darell T Covington, MD is So kind, attentive and made me laugh and feel at ease.”
January 11, 2026
“Awesome”
January 9, 2026
“Excellent”
January 9, 2026
“Absolutely would recommend Darell T Covington, MD to friends and family”
January 5, 2026
“Doctor Darell T Covington, MD took his time explaining the procedure”
January 5, 2026
“Dr Covington takes time and care in explaining the process for color guard, and reviewed my previous visits and findings”
December 6, 2025
“Everyone was great could not have asked for a better team of medical professionals.”
December 6, 2025
“Very Good”
December 4, 2025
“Effective & Efficient”
December 4, 2025
“Very empathetic to my issue and came up with reasonable plan.”
December 3, 2025
“Dr. Covington is always very patient and empathetic towards my concerns”
November 28, 2025
“The Dr and staff were friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend”
November 24, 2025
“All worked very smoothly.”
November 20, 2025
“Dr. Covington provided excellent care.”
November 20, 2025
“I have never had a bad experience at the Monroe Campus with Darell T Covington MD”
November 19, 2025
“Dr. Covington is an awesome, caring surgeon. I would not go to anyone else.”
November 16, 2025
“Good visit”
November 15, 2025
“Good visit with Darell T Covington, MD”
November 15, 2025
“Very good experience”
November 14, 2025
“I would recommend Darell T Covington, MD this location to anyone who needed”
November 8, 2025
“Very good experience”
October 25, 2025
“Great teamwork”
October 24, 2025
“Yes I would recommend Dr Covington.”
October 24, 2025
“Very comfortable environment”
October 11, 2025
“I am very pleased with My Doctor and the care I receive”
October 11, 2025
“Dr. Covington is a great doctor. Very knowledgeable. I've been going to him for many years.”
October 6, 2025
“Excellent doctor he listened to me about my visit and problem I was having took his time with me and I so impressed”
September 19, 2025
“All the staff members were pleasant and cordial.”
September 15, 2025
“Dr. Covington listened to my concerns and gave recommendations and was extremely understanding regarding my concern about medication and their side effects.”
September 15, 2025
“Had no question or worries but he did a great job in explaining about not needing colonoscopy but explained the necessity for Cologuard.”
September 14, 2025
“Very good”
September 1, 2025
“Very good”
September 1, 2025
“Dr. Covington was thoughtful, concerned, did an excellent job of discussing my situation and options.”
September 1, 2025
“Dr Covington is a true human being and professional”
August 31, 2025
“Dr. Covington shows real concern for his patients and fully discusses procedures and possible outcomes.”
August 30, 2025
“Again, staff worked together not applicable as far as I can see as the patient.”
August 30, 2025
“Perfect”
August 8, 2025
“100% Positive experience.”
August 8, 2025
“Dr. Covington is one of the most respectful and compassionate physicians I have ever encountered.”
June 7, 2025
“Dr Covington is such an understanding & informative Dr. He knows I was nervous & he gave me a feeling of calmness I will refer him to others.”
May 18, 2025
“Dr Covington Is and always has been a very good doctor for my medical specialist needs.”
May 17, 2025
“No comments all great”
May 17, 2025
“Everything's on the high road!”
May 17, 2025
“Dr Covington is wonderful. Going to this type of doctor is not easy, but he truly makes you feel comfortable. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a specialist.”
May 14, 2025
“Dr. Covington was pleasant & professional. He instantly put me at ease, explained information regarding my medical concern in great detail.”
May 12, 2025
“I'm happy to know that since tests came back with positive results the doctor recommended another to confirm the situation.”
May 12, 2025
“Dr. Covington is a great Physician & a very nice person!”
May 10, 2025
5.0 RATING
“He was thorough, personable and demonstrated concern.”
April 26, 2026