
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 19-64
- Older Adult >65
Gender
MaleHospital Affiliation
- Holy Rosary Hospital
- St. Vincent Regional Hospital
- St. James Hospital
About David Gaitonde
About The Provider
Dr. Gaitonde believes endocrinology is an exciting and complex field, requiring an in-depth understanding of how disruptions in hormones affect multiple organ systems. He believes there are incredible opportunities to make a positive impact on a patient’s health and reduce the long-term risk of severe complications from diseases like diabetes and osteoporosis.
"I want to provide medical care that is of high value to the patient. For me that starts with understanding who they are and what their story is. If an evaluation uncovers an endocrine disorder, then we will work together to find an effective treatment plan. If no endocrine disease is found, I will provide the patient with alternative diagnoses for their symptoms and guide them in the right direction."
Prior to joining SCL Health, New Jersey native David Gaitonde, MD practiced medicine in Fort Gordon, Georgia. He also served 21 years as an active duty physician in the United States Army. Caring for soldiers and their families is one of his greatest honors, and has helped him appreciate the sacrifices that ordinary Americans make for their country and family.
To recharge, Dr. Gaitonde enjoys hiking, photography, music and the outdoors. He was also involved in student ministry in Georgia. He loved investing in the lives of high school students and being a small part of their faith journey.
Locations
- Downtown Clinic - Diabetes & Endocrinology
- 2900 12th Avenue North, Suite 160W, Billings, MT 59101
- Get Directions
- phone: 406-237-8500
- fax: 406-237-8501
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Walter Reed National Medical Center, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, 2003
- Residency: Madigan Army Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2001
- Medical School: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1998
Board Certifications
- Endocrinology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2003
Insurance
- 6 Degrees Health
- Aetna
- Alignetworks
- Allegiance Provider Direct
- Americas Choice Provider Network
- Banner Health System
- BCBS
- Cigna
- City of Billings Employee Health Plan
- Community Health Network
- FedMed Network
- First Choice Health Network
- First Choice of the Midwest
- First Health/Coventry
- Fortified Provider Network
- Humana
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Interwest
- Logistics Health Incorporated
- Montana Health Systems
- Mountain Health Co-op
- Pacific Steel & Recycling
- PacificSource
- Preferred One
- Sibanye Stillwater Health Partners
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- Tricare
- TriWest
- United Healthcare
- VA Montana Health System
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
416 ratings, 45 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Dr G is easy to talk to and provides information clearly and understandable. He is caring and sincere.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Straightforward, thorough conversation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
Patient and caring- took the time to listen and explain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
He's easy to talk to and makes things understandable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr G was great, he is very knowledgeable and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
I would highly recommend Dr. Gaitonde
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
I am fortunate to have him as my provider--
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2025
The experience was very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Excellent. He gave me clear options to consider and explained everything thoroughly. Any time I’ve had a question he or his nurse have gotten right back to me - great care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Didn’t talk over your head. Explained all options available.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
He is a very pleasant Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2025
Great sense of humor. Very professional and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Very good is an understatement! He is outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
He cared
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
I appreciate Dr Gaitonde listens to my needs and responds in a caring and professional way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
He listened carefully. He did not brush off my concerns and questions. He explained all details clearly. He answered all my questions. He never made me feel like my concerns were strange. He ordered special lab work and explained everything he was looking for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Some may not appreciate his dry humor, I got him right from the start and enjoyed his personality. Dr. G. Wrote on a dry erase board and I came away understanding his diagnosis and remedy to my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Great guy! Funny and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
He is an excellent physician. Though this phrase isn't used much anymore (so I've heard) he has a great bedside manner!! He is very easy to talk to also.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Seams to care about me as an individual and explained things in away I understood. Asked if I had any questions. Love the telephonic option.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Knowledgeable, friendly and answered all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Awesome Doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Dr. G was amazing!! He explained everything in detail. He listened and answered everyone of my questions that I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Exceptional care, excellent review of blood work required for my thyroid. Attention to detail regarding my vitamins, and blood levels. Dr. Gaitonde made sure I was aware of the blood test results, and asked appropriate questions to discern any areas of concern. He was caring, friendly, explained everything, the what's, why's and what is next. Professional, caring, and obviously had reviewed all my records and blood work. So, very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
He is very caring and explained everything so I could understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
Excellent MD
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
He was very informative. Explained in a way that you understood exactly what he was talking about. He gave me options. Explained pros and cons. Good listener, made you comfortable right off the bat.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
I appreciate his knowledge and urgency in wanting to know what is going on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
He is an excellent Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Awesome!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
Dr. Gaitonde was very straight forward in discussing my situation with me. He was extremely detailed, thorough and committed right up until surgery and the aftercare.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
I don't have anything additional to add. I like Dr. Gaintonde and consider him a very caring and knowledgeable physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
I am a retired MD. Dr. G is an extraordinary clinician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
He listens to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr Gaitonze treats you like a good friend, answers all your questions and manages to lift your spirits. I always look to my appointments with Dr Gaitonze, he makes you feel validated, smart and always manages to mix in a good dose of happiness AND makes sure he walks you out…he definitely cares and I, for one, appreciate that!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
Very knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly. Also got my test results to me within hours and let me know our plan of treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
Would definitely use this clinic and Dr Gaitonde in the future
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
I am sure I will have more questions in the future, I feel co portable asking them. He knows I am one who likes the facts. I trust him to tell me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Great bedside manner, caring and thorough .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
I felt listened to and Dr. Gaitonde responded with empathy in regards to my complicated situation. He offered solutions and what he could do to help me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Dr. G had a wonderful, personal style with patients. He listened carefully, focused on what my needs and issues were and explained my options clearly using the whiteboard in the room.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Excellent Care!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Was a good experience that met my expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
Love Dr Gaitonde