Colorectal is the third most common type of cancer in the United States, and the risk increases…read morewith age. A colonoscopy is one of life's necessities that we seniors dread but know is necessary. So when it comes time to have one, it's important to have it performed by a doctor with whom you feel a sense of confidence, comfort, respect, and trust. Dr. Wadiwala is a very experienced and thorough gastroenterologist working out of Tracy and Manteca, California. Dr. Wadiwala is a pleasant man with an unpleasant task. He has performed three colonoscopies on me over the last fifteen years, finding and removing polyps, offering images of them (no thank you), explaining his findings, and properly addressing the matter of insurance. Depending on your colonoscopy results and your family history, he will tell you when you need to come back for your next one and his office will send you a reminder. He might also discuss diet. It's true the day-before bowel-clearing drink is horrible, but once you get past that, it's smooth sailing. The doctor will make sure you're sedated, you'll feel nothing, then you'll gradually awaken after the procedure is over. Since colon cancer is slow-growing, even if you have a malignancy, there's no need to panic. The important thing is to start having colonoscopies at age 50 by an expert in this field. I recommend Dr. Wadiwala without hesitation or reservation.

I saw Dr. Sidhu for my terrible heartburn. He was very personable and answered my many questions…read more He performed an endoscopy in the hospital and it was easy! I will be returning for any other needs as well. I highly recommend him and his office staff. All are very polite and professional.

I highly recommend Dr. G. Sidhu for any endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures…read more He is a very skilled surgeon.He is polite and very analytical in answering questions.. Wish him good health..

I recently had my gallbladder removed, and I had an amazing experience with Dr. Zare and his team…read more They were professional, supportive, and genuinely compassionate throughout the entire process. The doctor is knowledgeable, kind, and carries himself with a poise that immediately puts you at ease. He listens, explains things clearly, and is very easy to talk to. From start to finish, I felt cared for and comfortable. I'm truly grateful for the exceptional treatment I received and highly recommend this surgeon and his team.

I have had two procedures performed by Dr Zare. Dr Zare and his staff have been great during some…read morechallenging times! Clear communication, easy and flexible scheduling/visits, compassionate and attentive care. No better hands to be in for hernia repair.

Everything. He's the best listener my husband and I have ever met!!…read moreExplains why my husband has suffered two GI bleeds. And provided where we should go next.

Dr. Entwisle and his staff are great. The big complaint I have is with the phone system. It's…read moreawful! No one seems to ever respond to any call. It takes forever to get through to a person. It really is NOT good!

I cannot thank you enough for the absolute best medical care I have ever received in my 58 years of…read morelife. From my initial appointment through today, your concern, medical knowledge, expertise and patient care is impeccable. You truly are amazing and care about your patients and it shows by how you have treated me. From my initial appointment, in a matter of weeks you accomplished having my liver biopsy, Lynch Syndrome diagnosis, colonoscopy, pathology report, ct scan and referral to Dr. Yee. You have an amazing gift and I am so glad God chose you to be not only a doctor, but my doctor. I would like Sutter to know what an amazing asset you are to your patients. Your intervention in my life, saved my life, no doubt! I pray God will always shine His face upon you and give you His favor, because doctors that are truly focused on patient centered care, are few and far between and you Dr. Nazareno are one of those rare gems!

Best GI doc in town. Kind, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable. I've been his patient since…read morehe arrived in 2002. I have seen him evolve into a fabulous practitioner for his patients and leader for his department. All his peers and co workers always speak highly of him. That says a lot. Modesto is fortunate to have him.

Unbelievable experience with reservation dept. Called office…read moreto make appointment for colonoscopy and was told they need referral from Dr. my Dr. office Faxed referral and was told it would take 48 hours to process the referral. Called after 48hrs and was told need 48hrs again. Called again after 48hrs and was told it would take 5 business days, again they said haven't received it...

Dr. Kim and all her staff work seamlessly to provide excellent service. Dr. Kim delivers succinct…read morebut thorough information, thereby soothing anxiety. Pre and post procedure care is excellent.

I had been putting off getting a colonoscopy for about 5 years because I really didn't like the…read moreidea and couldn't find a doctor I felt comfortable with. I actually chose a couple of doctors before but ended up canceling both times. Finally, after more searching, I found Dr. Kristina Hobson in Los Gatos. To be honest, when I first walked into her office, I was already looking for an excuse to cancel again. But once I spoke with her, I was really impressed with her knowledge and the way she explained everything, so I decided to keep my appointment. Today was my procedure at Silicon Valley Surgery Center, and I had such a great experience. The facility was clean, calm, and very nice. Every single person I interacted with was wonderful. From the front desk to Barbara, who helped review my paperwork everyone was kind and welcoming. My first nurse, Kay, was incredibly nice, knowledgeable, and professional. When she went on break, Nicole took over she was also amazing. I'm not a fan of needles at all, but she did my IV so gently and with so much care. Then Kat, the third nurse, took me to the procedure room she was kind, calm, and very professional. Dr. Michael Block, the anesthesiologist, was excellent. He actually texted me the night before to ask if I wanted to review everything ahead of time or on the day of the procedure, which I really appreciated. We exchanged a few messages, and then he spoke with me again before the procedure and explained everything clearly. He was confident, knowledgeable, and very reassuring. In the procedure room, I fell asleep within seconds and woke up quickly afterward feeling great. Within about 30 minutes, I felt completely fine. I was even able to take calls and respond to emails. And now, about Dr. Hobson ,she is truly a 10 out of 10. Honestly, the entire experience was 10 out of 10. From the office to the surgery center, every single nurse and staff member was exceptional. I'm a very detail-oriented and perfectionist person because of my job, so I don't say this lightly. Something I was so scared of and postponed for 5 years turned into such a smooth and positive experience. Thank you to everyone

$600 for a new patient visit and exam. Her advice also worsened the problem. I had a follow up…read moreappointment which I called in to cancelled yet they still charged a $50 no show fee. The front staff sits there and chit chat while the phone rings. Almost impossible to reach the billing department to reverse the no show fee; goes to voice mail.

This review is long time due . I had been battling stomach issues since a long time .All the…read moregastroenterologists that I saw labelled it as irritable bowel syndrome with no solutions . Dr Nicole Mc Carter was amazing . She listens to you and finds the root cause of your problems . I had something called dysbiosis or imbalance of my gut bacteria . She always prescribed the right lab work and made sure everything is working well including diet modifications .I have been wanting to check in with her to keep up with my health , but have been busy . But just wanted to express my heartfelt thanks for helping me out .

My experience with Dr. McCarter was dull as she put me in a bunch of medications/supplements for my…read morelie bacteria diversity. This is when I saw her in 2017 and still my problem is not resolved. Then she moved one office to another and I received a mail saying it is $20 per email response she sends back if a patient has a question plus this is not covered by insurance! Dang! While she could be knowledgeable, I feel she should understand that giving a ton on medications via the link and charging for email responses us extremely not what a patient would see in a doc.. a good doc is the one who should lead patients off medications. I hope this feedback helps her.

I love Dr. Nguyen! I've been seeing her for 2 years and she's always cheerful, warm and…read moreprofessional, treats you with kindness and care, and is very patient and responsive to every concern I have. I was very nervous about my first colonoscopy and she was very reassuring, and the process was very smooth. I highly recommend Dr. Nguyen and her team!

I cannot recommend Dr. Nguyen enough! She is hands down the best GI doctor I've ever seen. After…read moreyears of being dismissed by other doctors, she took my symptoms seriously and finally diagnosed my SIBO. When my insurance wouldn't cover my medication--which would have cost thousands of dollars--she went above and beyond to help me get it for free. She's always been patient and thorough, never rushing through appointments, and takes the time to answer all my questions. Recently, she also saw my mom for a colonoscopy and provided the same level of care. She was incredibly thorough, answered all of our (very anxious) questions, and made sure my mom felt completely comfortable throughout the process. Without us even asking, she ensured that all the staff present were female, knowing that we are Muslim and prefer female providers. That level of thoughtfulness and respect meant so much to us. If you're looking for a GI doctor who genuinely cares about her patients, takes the time to listen, and goes out of her way to help, Dr. Nguyen is the one. She's an absolute gem!

You won't find better care elsewhere! My 40+ years as a clinical pharmacist affords me the…read moreopportunity to say this!