At Blair Gastroenterology Associates we specialize in educating, preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the digestive organs. The digestive organs include the esophagus, stomach, small Intestine, colon, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. We are conveniently located in Altoona, Pennsylvania and offer a full range of services from office visits to specialty services. Our on-site ambulatory surgical facility permits patients to have procedures completed in-house without needing to travel to the hospital. We are the premier Gastroenterology facility between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg and are proud to offer our region exceptional, personalized, compassionate care.
| Friday | 7:30AM to 5PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 7:30AM to 5PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30AM to 5PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30AM to 5PM |
| Thursday | 7:30AM to 5PM |
810 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602
The entire staff was professional and caring. Everything was done in a very timely manner. Couldn’t have had a better experience.
Excellent staff, care and professionalism.
Everyone was very professional, friendly and pleasant with questions that were asked. The building was laid out nicely and organized and clean.
Always make the experience of getting a colonoscopy as easy as they can. Friendly staff, very professional, clean efficient environment. I would recommend them to anybody!
polite and prompt!
great place with great doctors
Excellent treatment and care
best in the business–everybody is great
very efficient and pleasant
Everyone was very courteous and professional.
Very professional and friendly.
Everyone was very attentive and caring.
Caring, friendly, personable staff..I recommend
very timely and professional consultation
Very efficient medical office run professionally.
very nice people.
Quick efficient service, friendly Dr. And staff!
Everything went well for my procedure. Thank you to all the staff.
i so appreciate how they take time to explain everything. everyone is so caring
real professionals, friendly, best around
This place is an assembly line. They are as compassionate about getting paid, not your health.
Highly recommend them! Definitely worth my 2 hour drive to get there!
Awesome experience; nothing but top notch care from everyone!
Awesome doctors, nurses and staff. Can’t suggest it higher!
Great place. Friendly caring staff
Highly professional,courteous and empathetic care. No hesitation in referring family and friends.
Top shelf staff and responsiveness
Horrible people skills. Never returns calls. Also very rude when questions are asked. Even Drs. Will not return to them
Friendly reception. Clean waiting area. Clear instructions. Efficient and friendly staff.
Wonderful care by all professional staff from nurses, anesthetist, doctor.
Great experience… The staff is professional and friendly. I would recommend this facility to anyone.
very coutreous & compassionate, I appreciated their online check in & enhanced safety measures due to covid
The doctors and staff are kind and listen–even when it isn’t a gastro problem. You are in and out quickly.
Excellent care! No long wait pre-op. Absolutely excellent!
Shelley the nurse sooooo sweet
Melissa sooo wonderful
Dr Patel so wonderful kind and reassuring.
Considering what they do, what a great experience!! Could not have been nicer. VERY CONSIDERATE!!!
The nurses and doctor was extremely nice and very helpful
No one likes to have a procedure of this kind done, especially me, but I cannot say enough about the kindness and respect shown to me today. Thank you Dr. Defrancisco and staff, see you in 10 years (hopefully).
They were very professional and kind! Did a great job and put me at ease for my colonoscopy.
My husband and I are a patients there… Their staff is very pleasant and easy to deal with. I highly recommend them.
Excellent service and very unusual today the PA spent the time needed to answer questions .
Dr. Said and the nurses were so nice and very personable!
I travel 45 minutes to use Blair Gastroenterology. I just love it there. They are fast, friendly, compassionate and courteous.
Excellent well run practice, rare in healthcare these days.
Todd S explained the upcoming procedure well, is very personable and answered all my questions.
I always have a good experience at Blair Gastro. Doctors, nurses, and staff are friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience and staff. Greeted warmly and everyone was professional and courteous.
Melissa was awesome! Dr Said and Anita were great. Very professional. I highly recommend this place. Quick in and out.
Dr. Defrancisco took the time to ask lots of questions and get lots of information to come up with what we needed to do for my problem. Would suggest there office for all gastroenterology problems.
My experience was the best! Everyone was so nice and very professional!! Very inviting and comfortable atmosphere!! I highly recommend Blair Gastro!!
They are so professional and friendly. I felt completely at ease before and after my procedure.
people were incredible from check in to nurse to take info to pa with the rest of the questions .Everyone was so nice and actually you were able to joke around a little to lighten the mood a little over what you were there for
Amazing staff and amazing nurses. Dr. Boussaf was incredible. The anesthesiologist was very professional and calming.
Went there for non surgical bandings. After the first procedure I went to er for excessive bleeding. Told me I have diverticulitis (never had that problem before, but ok). About 2 weeks after last banding I was being life flighted from a …
They were excellent from start to finish. I was late, they accommodated me without being rude, and still had me in and out within 25 mins.
Terrible customer service, zero consideration for others. You are in the business of taking care of people so please LEARN HOW TO TAKE CARE OF THEM! Will never go back, would rather drive to a different county.
Failed to locate through an endoscopy the source of my terrible and constant acid reflux and heartburn pain. Immediately following I had another endoscopy performed in Pittsburgh the doctor there easily discovered a bleeding ulcer. Another …
Great place for procedures. I definitely recommend this suite of doctors. We have not waited to be seen at any of the appointments for which we have been scheduled. Doctors and staff are very pleasant.
From the check in time until the check out time the whole process was great! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Could not have had a better experience! Great job!
All employees there are wonderful. Very pleasant and make you feel at ease.
a very efficient and excellent experience for my first time with Blair Gastro. Everyone was exceptionally friendly.
Great people, incredibly knowledgeable and polite to everyone. I looked for someone when I first had symptoms, but nobody in johnstown could figure out what my symptoms were from…. went to Pittsburgh and other places, but Dr Brzana at …
Doctor and nursing staff are the best I have ever dealt with. Very professional, easy to talk with and they male you feel comfortable with the procedures.
Dr. Bailey always shows the utmost care and concern for patients. He explains things in great detail and doesn’t speak down to, or at you.
Everyone there was very nice. Those ladies at check in and check out were awesome to my wife and I. Dr. Bailey was explanatory and motivated towards helping. Great people here.
Terrible customer service
Doctor very nice but if you need to make a change (an appointment or meditation) in the way of a phone call be prepared to dedicate at least a half an hour to …
Very courteous and professional. My appointment was called on time and they did not leave me waiting in a room for hours. Every employee I spoke was very knowledgeable.
Very friendly staff and doctor. Was in and out without waiting around and that makes things nice.
I’ve had an EGD and dilation twice here plus the consults, everyone is professional, efficient, and most of all pleasant and warm. Thank you to all staff for your excellent work and bedside manner!
Excellent experience. Professional and personable.
The staff were all very courtesy and caring ❤. The PA I saw that day was very concerned about my problems and we talked about my options.
You come away from that office with a feeling of complete confidence.
Overall good experience; welcoming staff, conscientious caring physician, thoroughly excellent care. An answer to prayer, this medical group!
I could not have been treated with more compassion and concern by EVERY single staff member I was in contact with. I am so grateful for the care I received.
Blair Gastro has a great team! They care & are committed to their patients. Everyone is fantastic!
That Staff was very friendly and efficient.
Very polite, efficient staff. They made the whole process very easy, and I could even get blood tests done right there! I’m very impressed with this facility.
The staff and doctor were very friendly and helpful. The facility was neat and clean. The wait time for the appointment was my only concern.
Dr Bailey is the best. Takes his time with you.
Do not go to Blair Gastro. Rude from the moment you walk in. Set appointment for 7 weeks and showed up to only be seen with their P.A. She was awful! Couldn’t answer any of my concerns. They seem to not care about patients health. Only money.
Dr. Said is the best. He literally saved my life back in April. Yesterday my follow up went great. He’s so personable and kind.
It’s always uncomfortable going in for a medical procedure anywhere. Blair Gastro kept me relaxed and confident that everything would go as planned. I was in and out with no complications. Thanks to the nurses and doctors that did their job.
The staff at Blair Gastro is amazing! Experience them for yourself 💯✌️…. …
Dr Patel is the best. I have been a patient for 3 years. I have never had a single bad experience there. The nurses are great and I am always in and out. I never have to wait for my test results and I always get any help I need. I have been …
Penny(check in desk), Kelly(M.A.), and Taylor(P.A.) were very personable, kind, and caring. I felt comfortable and felt they “listened”to me.
My husband, however was treated gruffly, robotic and loudly by the other woman …
Blair Gastro makes the entire process very easy. They are very efficient, on time, friendly, and professional.
Dr.Todd makes the visits very comfortable. As comfortable as these visits can be. He will keep trying different meds.till hopefully one works.
I would totally recommend! The entire staff is excellent and caring at Blair Gastro and Endoscopy. I personally had an excellent experience from the scheduling to the consult and then the procedure. The physicians go above and beyond and I have to say I’ve never had a better medical experience ever. Thank you!
Dr. Brzana is very thorough and explains everything. He is very professional. I’ve been going there for several years and am pleased with the entire staff.
My appointment for Blair Gastro was on June 24, 2021, and I saw Dr. Bouassaf. First, when I arrived, the staff members made me feel totally comfortable, and promptly checked me in. I waited maybe 5 minutes before they called me back to see …
I never have had a problem with any appointments or procedures. Very professional, efficient, informative and personable. Would highly recommend Blair Gastro to anyone.
Dr. Patel is a wonderful doctor. Very informative and takes the time with his patients.
very nice people and keep you relaxed for procedures.
Really nice staff, everything went very quickly. Thank you for being so kind.
My 1st visit to this practice, saw Dr. Said, he was courteous & took the time to answer my ?s. Lab staff made sure I was comfortable for tests. Office staff could be friendlier.
Almost everyone seemed pleasant and willing to help. I use a power chair to get around and the staff seemed willing to help me get where I needed to go and do what I needed to do. The person who seen me to prep me for my procedure seemed a …
The staff and Dr. Said were very kind, caring and accommodating. Everything was explained as we progressed to the procedure. The procedure itself went quickly and the staff made sure I was comfortable throughout the time I was there. Thank you!!
I didn’t like that I waited a half hour before my procedure but I understand people are busy. Despite this, their staff is incredibly nice and makes sure you’re all up to speed before doing anything. My recent procedure went incredibly well and everyone was so nice about it. I’d recommend this place
Extremely Courteous & Helpful through my entire procedure..
Great experience with Dr. Bailey and his staff.
Doctor was thorough and short he explained everything and the nurses were caring enough to ask several times if I had any questions thank you for your courtesy time and understanding
The doctors, PA’s, nurses, and customer service staff are all really great to work with. The staff seem like they genuinely care for their patients and are very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Blair Gastroenterology Associates.
If I could give a minus rating I would. The receiving person was very kurt & the “dr” was rude, questioning everything my PCP recommended. I have never been questioned about my PCPs referrals to specialists until moving to Altoona! I imagine having to rely on Medicare in Altoona will be my demise!
From the consultation appointment to procedure and after everyone was so helpful and knowledgeable!!
Everyone-from the person I spoke with making my appointment to the young woman who checked me out and scheduled my procedure-had a friendly, professional demeanor. The practice is clean and efficient and strictly following COVID protocols. Dr. Patel put me at ease and was very thorough.
Had friendly, caring, helpful people from the time I walked in the door until I left. 👍 …
Went there several years ago because of pain and discomfort associated with IBS-C which had been previously diagnosed. I had severe pain on my right side which they never diagnosed plus after doing two out patient procedures they diagnosed …
Today was a follow up with Dr Kerstetter. I was seen pretty much on time and given a very thorough explanation of the results and findings of my test. He also was kind enough to accommodate my hearing loss and lowered his mask so I could read his lips. Thank you Dr. Kerstetter.
A most pleasant experience from scheduling to post procedure follow up. Through and through. They treat you like gold. These guys are professional and the best at what they do. My opinion.
This was my first going to Blair Gastro, and my doctor was Dr. Bouassaf. I was treated courteously by the front desk staff and by the physicians assistant, but I cannot say enough good about the doctor himself! I was treated with kindness, …
I have to say that this is the worse parking lot!¡!,. It is so small for cars to park,. As I sit here in my car waiting for my husband I have watched people trying to get into a space, I saw a truck almost back into two people, the lady …
I would recommend Blair Gastro to my family and friends with the highest recommendation. Staff was friendly and courteous and saw that I was comfortable and well cared for and because of that my stress was greatly decreased. As a nurse …
The staff and physicians were very caring and efficient. Everything went smoothly as it has every time I’ve had a procedure at Blair Gastroenterology Associates.
Scheduled a appointment that took a very long time to get, talking weeks. Was suppose to have an appointment last Friday but an emergency came up with the Doctor I was told, so was rescheduled for the following Friday in the afternoon. Was …
Staff was pleasant and courteous. We didn’t sit very long in the waiting room which is a first. Doctor didn’t take long to come in to see us, was there before nurse was done with intake. The lab was fast and very pleasant, check was a good …
Didn’t have to wait and everyone was very nice.
I am not one to post reviews, but the secretaries here were so unbearably mean! They made me feel like a burden, and their attitudes were so bad that I was too afraid to tell them a certain day/time was inconvenient for me when scheduling. …
Very pleasant staff. Very good bed side manner. And very thorough explanations of everything. Overall the best treatment and experience I have had in the medical industry
I had a scope performed in 2019 due to severe stomach discomfort. I felt uncomfortable with Dr. Brzana. He seemed cold and uninterested. Appeared to be doing what he was expected to and nothing more. After the procedure he came into the …
Procedure was typical. But Now taking me for every dollar they can get. I’m into it for thousands now. Unfortunately have to go to Attorney General’s office for seemingly fraudulent charges. I wouldn’t have had the procedure knowing I …
Colonoscopy’s are not the most pleasant. BUT Blair Gastro makes the process A ONE. I was in and out of there in no time. Feel great. And everyone were so friendly!! Thank you for all you do. You’re why I won’t go anywhere else!!!!
We took my 84 year-old mother to Dr. Kerstetter for digestive issues. He was extremely thorough and caring. He noticed medicine interactions that others had missed and gave us a plan of action. He quickly scheduled an endoscopy to occur less than a week from her office appointment. We couldn’t be more satisified.
I am happy to have DR MCGIBBINS and the staff to reach out to
any time I have a question or need to see the Doctor.
Great staff .
Muriel Gilot
The Dr Said . And Nurse Pa Lannie have been very understanding and patient of figuring out what going on.
Reception staff efficient, pleasant & helpful. Minimal wait time. Intake staff also efficient, pleasant & helpful. Met w/ Mister Dan BenderPA. Knowledgeable & thorough. Took time to explain recent test results. Explained possible …
Walked in and was greeted right away, no wait, very professional and kind staff.
Had appointment with PA Hailee. She was great! She was patient and made me feel at ease. Answered all my questions and she was confident and knowledgeable. Provided all the information for my concerns.
Big shout out to the Drs and their staff . But the receptionists and scheduling leave a lot to be desired. Also, you are asked to use the patient portal, good luck getting a response on that. Loved my Dr and nurses… they were fantastic. …
Very professional friendly staff. First time procedure for me and went quite smoothly. My husband had same procedure done at hospital and waited over 3 hours just to get started. Mine took under 2 hours start to finish. I will definitely recommend this office to others.
Worst experience I have ever had with a specialist. The doctor never once examined my stomach, listened to my bowel sounds, and palpated my abdomen. Their billing is a mess, they keep sending bills months after seeing them and it feels …
The prep as anyone who has had a colonoscopy knows is the hard part. All the staff treated me respectfully and kindly. In a nutshell they treated me like I would want to be treated. Thank You Dr. Patel and All Staff involved with my procedure.
From the time I arrived receptionist was very cordial. The nurse priest treatment was excellent, and all my fears asked if I had any questions. The anesthesiologist arrived explained everything advised that there would be a little bit of …
My appointment went very smoothly, I checked in and the front end was VERY efficient. The Nurse that greeted me and took me back was thorough and the Dr. was just as attentive. Looking forward to having them help me out with some ongoing issues.
This was the best experience I’ve ever had for needing to have an upper scope done. The nurses are fantastic as well.
Great Service, Friendly Doctor and Staff, Very well done instructions, before and after. Not my first rodeo, but this was my easiest, and quickest.
Everyone was fantastic. Made the whole process from start to finish so easy. Nurses were great and Dr. Said was professional, personable and made everything easy to understand.
Was a bit slow, but the questionnaires were thorough and the staff was kind.
I am very pleased so far with the procedures and appointments I’ve had and with the doctors and staff. Very professional and caring. Dr. Bailey and staff took good care of me yesterday.
Had a throat scope done there. Super nice staff. Very compassionate and answered any questions I had. I woke up not even knowing they started and I was out the door. I highly recommend this place for anyone.
Everyone is very nice and I didn’t have to wait long for anything.
My colonoscopy today could not have gone smoother, and all staff treated me professionally and courteously. I was in and out in an hour and a half and ready for lunch!
Absolutely incredible staff and Doctors. I have never felt more comfortable or at ease I would recommend this office to anyone!
Everyone at the Everett office if very friendly and efficient. In and out in a timely manner. You are treated as a person and with respect. 100 times better than the Altoona office!
Outstanding in every way. Made a procedure I was not looking forward to a breeze. If you need something done in their field, this is the place to have it done.
Very nice receptionist. Nice nurses treatment was very good. Dr. Said explained everything to me. All and all five star treatment.
They don’t fix any of your problems. They’ll refer you to 20 specialists and tell you you’re allergic to everything. This place is filled with hacks that are only interested in selling you the latest product or treatment from whatever sales rep bought them the most expensive dinner.
Everything is explained to put you at ease before your procedure. The nurses were so friendly. I have been going to Dr. McKibbin for quite a few years and he is the best.
I continue to be very appreciative of the good service received. Special high marks for Dr DeFrancisco. He instills confidence and comfort with his clear and complete evaluations. Professional and pleasant demeanor.
Thank you
Every time I finish an appointment or procedure at this practice I think the care can’t get any better. They always manage to prove me wrong. I’m a critical reviewer (as evidenced by my other reviews) and I can state, without hesitation, that the Blair Gastro team never fails to exceed expectations.
Very attentive office and staff who are kind from the moment you enter, until you leave. They are knowledgeable and understanding, highly recommended!
Great staff. Nurses were very kind and explained the procedure well. Anesthesiologist was great as well. Doctor explained the results clearly.
Dr. Said is very compassionate, explains everything, and answers all of your questions. During my procedure, all of the nurses were great, making sure I was comfortable and OK. I would highly recommend them if you are having GI issues.
Over all a great doctors office, just seem to run late even as expecting you to be on time. Tends to advise meds that are not covered by insurance.
Front desk associates are courteous and helpful. They keep things moving quickly. And the nurse’s are very nice and knowledgeable. Dr. Patel is absolutely the best! He’s kind, compassionate, and very intelligent! Its nice having all wonderful qualities in one doctor! Thank you to the entire Blair Gastroenterology staff!
I have always gone to Blair Gastro for my colonoscopies and Endoscopies. I like the staff and Dr Bouasaf answers my questions and takes the best care of me.
Everyone was super friendly, and thorough. Not really looking for the actual procedure, but Im sure theyll make me as comfortable as possible.
Little waiting to get in for an appointment. Moved along quickly to meet your scheduled appointment time. Office worked to get your procedure appointment as soon as possible. Procedure went well.
I have been with Blair Gastro since 1979 and the doctors and staff have always been very helpful. Visits never seem rushed and they take time to listen to my concerns.
The entire staff, and the Dr were great. I was made to feel very comfortable and I was well taken care of. I really appreciate it. Thank you All.
The entire staff was very professional and caring. Everyone from the front ladies to the doctor at the final meeting was friendly and courteous. Well done and thank you all.
Nobody likes to have a procedure done but I truly couldn’t have asked for a more caring and efficient staff. They have you in and out, before ya know it your out the door 🙂 and don’t let me forget to mention my great Dr. A (sorry his name’s to long to spell)
I have been a patient here for years! Always Kind and Courteous! Very timely. Takes the time to listen to me about what is going on with my body! I highly recommend. Yes, sometime the wait for an appointment is long, but NOT if you have an emergency. Everyone wants to be seen by these Doctors, DO, PA’s and nurses they are the best!
The nurses here are amazing! They explain everything in great detail, and really go above to make sure you are as comfortable and unstressed as possible. Such a positive experience. I hope they are well recognized and paid so they never leave. 🙂