Ohio Gastroenterology Group

Ohio Gastroenterology Group Inc

Ohio Gastroenterology Group, Inc., located in central Ohio, is the region’s leading provider of GI procedures, including colonoscopy and upper endoscopy. See more

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Ohio Gastroenterology Group Reviews ( 241 )

  1. My appointment was on time they knocked me out just enough where I woke up and didn’t feel groggy explained everything it was a great experience for my first time.

  2. Professional, from administrative personnel to medical staff. Sensitive to patient needs and supportive throughout entire process. Never felt uncomfortable or awkward. Very good experience.

  3. Although a colonoscopy is not a fun experience…everyone from the staff, techs, nurses and Doctors made it as painless as possible. I would certainly recommend their office to family or friends.

  4. Dr. Makkar and his assistant are excellent! He’s patient and caring. Very knowledgable! Really glad to have him as a doctor for me and family.

  5. I was late for my appointment; got lost trying to find the office. The office staff was VERY accommodating to make sure I could continue with the appointment. And Dr. Wilson was very helpful with suggestions and answers to my questions.

  6. He is very nice and confident Dr. He knows what he is doing . He explains the thing clearly which makes you feel very comfortable. I highly recommend Dr.Bidari..

  7. I’ve been seen for a visit by a GI doctor there had my blood drawn and a colonoscopy procedure that doctor has since left I was then transferred to a
    DR. Rodgers who didn’t give me a diagnosis of what I have (colitis UC Chrons) …

  8. I would definitely recommend the Dublin office!! The day after my procedure was pain free! Immediately after my procedure was pain free. The prep, though, still sucks!!!

  9. Reception, nurses, anesthesiologist, and doctor were very friendly, relaxing, efficient, and THOROUGH. Even on a Friday evening at the end of a long week. Great music before being knocked out 😁! Pain free! …

  10. Very satisfied with the doctor and procedural staff. The office was quite busy, so the receiving and prep staff seemed a bit terse. All in all, highly confident in their expertise.

  11. Good luck getting a person on the phone to schedule a followup on tests. Also, you never know who your dr is. It’s maddening: I left three voicemails and email bantered for days trying to get someone on the phone. I gave up and transferred.

  12. From the moment we walked in, everyone was friendly and helpful. I was scheduled for 8:30 and I was in the procedure room at 8:30 sharp. Nurses were great and Dr. Biyani was wonderful.

  13. I felt very comfortable from the time I walked in until the time we left. Very caring Dr. and nurses. Gave me good info on the outcome of my EGD-Colonoscopy. I would be comfortable recommending Dr Stechshulte to anyone.

  14. The staff was great. I needed to get in quickly and they were very helpful. Dr. Sabol made me very comfortable with the procedure. Start to finish it was a good experience and I would recommend them.

  15. Making an appointment is easy. They send all paperwork prior so you can complete prior to arrival. Staff is friendly and professional. They can get a little behind but that is due to the concern and care they take with each patient.

  16. The doctors secretary must never be at her desk or willing to pick up incoming calls. There’s also no way to leave a voicemail so what’s the point of even having a phone! Here I am trying to make your job easier by giving you a fax number to send my blood work order and you don’t answer your damn phone!

  17. Working with Dr. Bhatia on my stomach issues has made the entire process much easier. She listens to what I say, and has been really proactive in helping me get to a new normal.

  18. The nurses and staff during the procedure were first rate and very efficient without forgetting the human element. The same cannot be said for the phone system and trying to communicate with the office via telephone. Long, long waits on …

  19. During my visits with OGG,I am treated with respect from all the staff.They are tenative to my needs and very willing to work with me to provide me with the experience.My Dr is very knowledgeable and explains treatments to let me decide what is best for me and actually wants to see me get better.Happy I made the move to OGG.

  20. 24 hours before my scheduled colonoscopy I received notice from Ohio Gastroenterology on Olentangy River Rd that the appt was canceled as they did not take my insurance. …

  21. Dr. Reddy is one of the most thoughtful and caring Doctors my wife Julie has ever had for her stomach issues.. He knows the gut & how to help you.. always willing to listen.. thank you Dr. Reddy for always being there

  22. Clean and efficient. This the second time that I or a family member have been here for a procedure. The staff is very experienced and professional. Good Covid protocols

  23. Very pleasant experience. Staff was kind, professional and knowledgeable. My appointment was scheduled for 7:30 am. No waiting time at all. Got there at 7:00 am and was home shortly after 9:00am. Highly recommend this facility

  24. Friendly professional staff. Clean facility. Dr Julie Holinga very professional, great bedside manner 5 stars. Would definitely recommend her and all staff for your endoscopy needs.

  25. I’ve had several colonoscopy procedures and this was my first procedure here in Ohio. The OG team was…well, “OG!” (Ask your kids if you don’t get it.) They were kind, efficient and made me feel comfortable -not like a number. Dr. Scott …

  26. The staff are very nice, had an hour wait but they were busy I guess.
    My experience with a new Dr. was great. I have been going to this group for about 20 yrs. and would definitely recommend them.

  27. Concerning the Olentangy River Rd location, the Doctors seem to be great, but staff follow-up is minimal. Have had two upper endoscopes in the last four months. Both times haven’t received any feedback. Was supposed to get report within …

  28. Dr. Lo spends the time I need to ask all questions involved, and treats me as if we were close friends. All in keeping a schedule as to where I never have to wait past my appointed time to be seen, like I have with others!

  29. Huge shout out to the team at ohio gastro olentangy for all their help this week and making me feel at ease about my insurance issues. Harmony, Kathy, Ciera, and Dr. Lo are truly the best. They really made sure I was taken care of. Thanks you guys!

  30. I have been a patient with Ohio Gastro for almost 20 years. I have had both colonoscopy & EGD by two different doctors. Every time my experience has been patient-focused, professional, knowledgable, efficient care by the doctor as well as …

  31. This is the worst doctor’s office I have ever been to. The office secretary double booked my mom for a colonoscopy appointment at a local hospital. My mom did all the prep the day before (no food for 36 hours, clear liquids, and drinking …

  32. The staff and doctors there are the best. Absolutely loved the care I received and the timely fashion in which I received it. They were very accommodating in getting me scheduled in and very informative of the results after treatment.

  33. Was impressed with the personal time spent with me. The Dr actually listened to my concerns and addressed them. I was treated like a person, not a number on a list. Everyone was personable and friendly. Thank you for the professional care.

  34. Seen 26th August 2020, I was a referral they did not have my scans, bloodwork, or reason for my visit ready or prepared. Basically did what every other doctor I all ready seen has done. …

  35. The staff moved mountains on the day of procedure to change physicians and reschedule am to a pm procedure to suit my insurance company. Sure appreciated the effort and the excellent care I received.

  36. I want to highly recommend Dr. Leena Tarigonpula and her staff for their care and compassion. Dr. Leena took time to listen to me. She has a warm heart and sense of humor that made me calm.

  37. If you need any type of Gastro services, Ohio Gastroenterology is great. The nurses and staff were great and I really liked the provider ( Leena Tarigopula ), she was very professional.

  38. Nothing but good things to say. These folks have to do things to people that aren’t comfortable or dignifying but know how to make the visit as pleasant as is possible. I’ve another place (for other type of medical care) that I go and the …

  39. Very pleased with my experience at Ohio Gastro. Appreciate Dr. Bidari’s expert care and prompt, effective communication. His nursing staff is, likewise, skilled and friendly, and pays close attention to the patients’ level of comfort and privacy. I could have not wished for a better care team, thank you!

  40. The treatment I am receiving from Dr Kiran Bidari was excellent and the staff are friendly and ensure that I am properly informed about my health and care. I would have no qualms in recommending them to family and friends.

  41. although a new patient Dr Scherer made me feel very comfortable & discussed my gastric problem. we discussed the meds I’m taking Budesonide so I will use his suggestion to cut dosage 1 pill every 4 weeks.

  42. It was discovered I had a blockage that needed attention. Dr. Lo contacted the surgeon and four days later I was in surgery. It was a team effort and everyone acted professionally and promptly and followed up all for my benefit.

  43. Dr. Lo remembered my December 2019 hospitalization and diagnosis even though during that visit I never actually talked to him. Then on my recent visit to his office he was well informed about my case and everything was handled in a professional but friendly manner.

  44. Dr Castor has been great. I felt reassured from very first visit that he would help me find answers to the problems I have had for several months. What I like is he listens, has a very calming manner, answers questions and explains clearly. …

  45. The entire process from setting the appointment to discharge was very easy. The people were great to work with and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. I highly recommend this group.

  46. First let me say I am not a chronic patient, so this is a review based off of one visit. Check in was easy, there was a kiosk which was self-explanatory. The staff was helpful and friendly. And my doctor was a good listener and very …

  47. I’m happy with the care I received, but have to mention confusion on paperwork and check in. When I made appointment for colonoscopy, was asked lots of questions. Would have been nice to be told would take time. Then prep procedure …

  48. Everyone was very professional. The instructions I received before the procedure were clear, although I would have liked a call to know that my prescriptions were ready to pick up at my pharmacy. …

  49. Horrible experience. Did not treat me or refer me anywhere else like they said they would… but that didn’t stop them from billing my insurance incorrectly. …

  50. Dr. MARTY Meyer and his MA were excellent. Dr. Meyer took time to answer questions and responded to questions from me. He also did some research right then and there to see what we need to do. As a new patient got to see him in a few …

  51. Dr Sabol and his nursing team were fantastic. Once I entered for procedure, it was quick and efficient. Only draw back was the unfriendly receptionist at check in; she did not welcome or even speak upon check in. That’s the first face and impression of the practice – just give a little effort to at least say hello

  52. I had my colonoscopy on 5-6-21 at 9 am. I hadn’t slept for 24 hrs due to flushing out my colon for approximately 12 hrs prior. I was cold from the colon flush prep and was wearing a long sweater to keep me from freezing. The secretary was …

  53. My experience with this group, at Dublin has been very good….in the Dr. office and for my procedure. The only recommendation I would suggest is the reception staff. Maybe they are short-staffed or exceptionally busy but the reception …

  54. In mid July I had a double scope done at these offices. I was told that I would be getting an EGD and a colonoscopy. I had previous EGDs done before at OSU and expressed that they typically do not work for dilating my throat. The Dr. …

  55. After relocating from Dallas to Columbus, it was critical that I found an awesome Gastro Doctor to partner with me on some serious issues. After researching, I decided OGG would be a good fit so I reached out via their online form on Oct …

  56. I have done my colonoscopy test on 6th July. Its nurses are well trained and treated well and complete all pretest procedures well. They will send you remainders on bowel preparation and guidelines. Doctors are more experienced and no …

  57. I was very pleased with the attention I received from Dr. Patrick Chen. I had been dealing with intestinal “issues” for a year after spending five months in Central America, and Dr. Chen paid close attention to the symptoms and made it a …

  58. Check in was really quick. I met with Dr Sheets, I could tell he’s very knowledgeable, I have always been a highly questioning patient and he didn’t seem annoyed at all, and took the time to review my case well. Hopefully it’s nothing serious

  59. After an ongoing GI issue, I had been in contact with the office and Dr. After the issue not getting better after trying the dr recommendations, it was the gastro dr recommendation that I go to the ER. I did go, everything came back normal. …

  60. My husband had his procedure yesterday and I was very impressed with the staff. He gets upset easily due to is current health issues and he was worried about what they would give him. He didn’t remember anything after being taken into the procedure. His doctor is always great and I recommend them to everyone.

  61. Dr. Lo is fantastic. He is sharp as a tack, has great patient rapport and respects your time. All critical skills in the medical field. I whole heartedly endorse him.

  62. I can not say enough great things about Dr Holinga! She is so very caring and takes the time to listen to all of your concerns. She is one fantastic doctor!!

  63. Dr McCarthy was extremely professional and patient. He explained my symptoms and course of treatment in an understandable and concise manner. Very pleased with my initial visit.

  64. I have questions ready when I go to my appointment and Dr. Jochem listens patiently and carefully to each one and then answers it. I appreciate that very much. It shows a willingness to help. I would recommend Dr. Jochem to anyone looking for a gastroenterologist.

  65. I like the fact that Dr. Lo explains things to me so that I can understand them. He has excellent bedside manners. His staff is always friendly too. All over a great gastroenterologist.

  66. OhioGastro is excellent in all regards: facility, doctors & staff. Dr. Jochem is simply fabulous. The staff helps my PCP office deliver information necessary for my care. Only downside is the patient portal is now offline.

  67. This was my third time to have a procedure with the Ohio Gastroenterology Group over a period of several years. I trust the physicians who perform the procedures. They are not only well qualified but also empathetic and compassionate. The …

  68. Dr. Castor is absolutely amazing!!! He was very communicative and sincere at our first meeting (right before he did my endoscopy). At my follow up appointment a month later he took his time and really talked with me in detail and asked …

  69. Dr.Sheets was very attentive, knowledgeable and helpful. He listened well and it was reassuring to know he was going to have the proper tests performed in order to diagnose and treat my issues.

  70. Doctors are great. Communication is terrible. Secretaries are either overworked or don’t pay attention. Getting a prescription sent or PA written correctly the first time is nearly impossible. Waited weeks for approval for a treatment …

  71. I was very happy with all my visits with Dr. Sleesman and his recommendations plus prescriptions he set up for me has helped a great deal. I will continue seeing him as my primary Gastroenterologist.

  72. The practice is very accomodating. I had a great experience on a sometimes uncomfortable procedure. The staff and Doctor, John Schere were very professional and very aware of my needs and concerns. I can highly recommend this practice with no reservationsl

  73. Excellent staff, extremely friendly and courteous. My nurses;Cathy, Grace and Dr. Ransbottom were very professional and made me feel relaxed and comfortable from prep, through surgery and recovery. I would go back to this practice again! Highly recommend!

  74. Dr. Bhatia and staff were awesome, caring and made me feel welcome! Their professional expertise exemplified wonderful concerns that they have for patients! It’s wonderful to have a highly qualified doctor! Thank You Dr. Bhatia and Staff!

  75. Dr Tarigopula was right on time. She was very thorough. Asked questions, listened, and had reviewed my chart. She also arranged for s follow-up visit. This was the best experience I have had with any gastroenterologist in the Columbus area

  76. From the moment I walked in everyone was really nice. My wait was not long at all. After being taken back for preparation there were several nurses who attended to me. The doctor came in and explained everything. I was awake and talking to …

  77. This group has a long history of providing excellent care in Columbus and therefore come highly recommended. However, the confusion and lack of communication is embarrassing. If I was not already established with my physician, I would go …

  78. Dr. Leena is awesome. She truly cares about her patients and their needs. She took the time to really listen to me and offered me some great advice. I highly recommend Dr. Leena and the team at Ohio Gastroenterology!!

  79. I have been a patient of Dr. Sheets as was my deceased husband, for a long time. He is a fine doctor with time to explain things to you. I know he is retiring next year and he will be hard to replace. Thank you Dr. Sheets.

  80. I was early for my colonoscopy on September 8th. I was told to report an hour early before the time that my procedure was supposed to begin. I arrived at about 12:45 to check in and my appointment was scheduled for 2:15. I had to wait a …

  81. I was scheduled for a colonoscopy with anesthesia 9/10/21 due to endometriosis/scarring & pain from several previous colonoscopies. (I’ve had 17 surgeries with no problems with anesthesia & worked in the OR for 34 yrs) This time the CRNA …

  82. This rating would be a 5 for your physicians and medical staff. My complaint is lack of responsiveness from offices and billing. I have left two messages at billing office for a callback and a message last week for office manager, and …

  83. Very disappointed. It took my GP, personally calling twice just to get OHIO GI to call me back to schedule a procedure. Finally met with a Dr from Ohio GI. He never physically examined me and kept stating symptoms that I did not have. Had …

  84. Everyone I came into contact with was friendly, relatable and helpful. I felt comfortable the entire visit and my needs were met. I felt that my time and needs were respected and look forward to future visits with Healthcare team.

  85. Dr. Bhatia and her staff are wonderful. I live in West Virginia and have a combination of autoimmune disorders. Dr. Bhatia came highly recommended to me by my rheumatologist, who is also in Columbus. She is extremely knowledgeable and up …

  86. Had a good experience from start to finish. I was cracking jokes with the Anesthesiologist (my nervous coping skills), and Dr. Bhatia was friendly and reassuring. If I had to list any cons, the waiting room is a bit tight, but since most …

  87. Dr. Victor Jochem has been my OhioGastro doctor since 2016. He is an excellent doctor with a very fine bedside manner is very kind to us patients and certainly knows how to communicate with his patients on the level that we understand personally. I certainly recommend OhioGastro and Dr. Jochem to anybody needing their services.

  88. I was very pleased and impressed as to the scheduling, the arrival process and the procedures performed. I had a previous procedure at another location and doctor and had a bad experience. I was fully informed as to what was being done, …

  89. Everybody from the very nice lady working the front desk to the nurses, and Dr. Sheets were wonderful. I have been having my procedures for many years at another location but because of insurance, My husband and I chose OGG. We had two …

  90. I am 80 years old and had a colonoscopy on the 17th of August. My entire experience was professional, competent and caring. Everyone was polite and a good listener. I was deeply concerned because I had a colon resection several years prior …

  91. From scheduling to final details, the entire staff at Ohio Gastro was professional, friendly and thorough. Pleased with their communication and caring attitude. Highly recommend.

  92. Great staff, short wait for such a busy place. The nurses were very friendly and explained every detail.
    The doctor made a visit and went over the procedure and answered my questions. Less than a hour I was on my way home.

  93. It is a pleasure to talk with a Doctor who treats you as an adult and listens to what you tell him. Dr. Jochem and his staff were awesome. When my insurance provider (Tricare for Life) would not approve the medication he prescribed, his staff arranged for medical samples to fill the prescription.

  94. I do not have very much experience with Gastroenterology, or dealing with medical stuff in general. I got referred here from my GP and I am quite satisfied. I got an appointment, they sent text reminders, their facilities were clean and …

  95. Excellent people that listen to the patient. And were right on time !
    The staff are VERY kind for an awkward situation .
    Doctor Govani is the absolute BEST! Smart and wise AAA+
    I’m not easy to please, but I will return without any concerns.

  96. I was not real happy with many questions about my diagnosis and plan of treatment. That was until my recent visit. My questions were answered. I learned more about my condition. We developed a new plan to improve my quality of life and …

  97. Communication leading up to appt was outstanding, the nurses, doctor and staff made sure to answer all my questions. Procedure took about 15 minutes and I remember nothing. Post procedure communication was also great.

  98. Scheduling my consult was easy. Dr. Lo and his staff were very attentive and thorough. The proposed treatment was explained well and all my questions were answered. I am very happy with my visit and look forward to future visits with Dr. Lo!

  99. Dr. Scherer at Ohio Gastro is awesome! He takes the time to listen and gave honest feedback. He also didn’t promise anything he couldn’t follow through on. I really like this doctor in particular and how down to earth he is.

  100. I was referred to this office by an Ohio Health System ER For testing, I was scheduled with Dr. Leena Tarigolpula, after the test was completed it took 9 months to get an appointment regarding the results. Since then, I have tried to …

  101. I wasn’t impressed by the tiny /small waiting room nor the fact they only had one check-in device for everyone to use. The receptionist was having to deal with older people coming to the wrong location for their appointments but she did an …

  102. Dr Bhatia and the team were awesome. I would strongly recommend no sedation if you are not anxious or squeamish. Avoid the unnecessary drugs as it’s only mild discomfort if you’re not anxious or squeamish. It was interesting to watch and …

  103. Great job! It was a procedure I heard so many horrible things about but this process was super simple man. Even the prep was not that bad. I had my car up on Jack’s, crawling around and under it as soon as I got home so that speaks toward the recovery portion of the experience. This place and the People were great…

  104. My visit was Pleasant. All the Staff – Front Desk, Nurses and Doctor’s made me feel very comfortable and they were very organized. Making sure I had all my questions answered and was very aware of each step of the procedure.

  105. Always has friendly staff. I’ve been a patient of Dr Reddy since 2005. He is a very soft spoken gentle man. He is a great doctor in my opinion, because with his assistance I’ve felt pretty good and my problems are maintained. I would recommend him.

  106. This office is very responsive via the portal, and extremely helpful. I can continue options of care laid out by my doctor while giving feedback through the portal on things I’ve tried and make progress on the list of options between …

  107. My experience was excellent. I felt safe in the reception area. I was quickly ushered to a room and Dr Bhatia soon arrived. She was genuinely friendly, asked pertinent questions, and listened to my concerns. She patiently and clearly defined an action plan, and I was soon on my way. All staff personnel were friendly and helpful.

  108. Everyone at Ohio Gastro was very professional and friendly. (Olentangy location) They took their time and answered questions, and this was early morning on a cold winter day. 🙂

  109. My Gastro Dr. retired and I met Melinda Rodgers on my last visit, she was very knowledgeable and took the care and time to get to know my history, she made a plan for me and she made me feel better about dealing with my disease the way she believed it needed to be dealt with.

  110. When you’re in office you are treated well. However, service is lacking if you have to call in. I have called several times being told I would recieve a call back, and I never do. I have been battling Crohns symptoms since March. The doctor …

  111. Dr. Sean McCarthy is an outstanding GI doctor. He has all of my GI issues under control. He has the best bedside manner we have ever witnessed. He is so kind and never rushes you during the appt. The staff is wonderful as well. Dr. McCarthy …

  112. I appreciate the careful preparation with several cues and good, easy to follow directions. I very much appreciate the direct and professional contact with my physician and all levels of the staff. The follow up contact was important and …

  113. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm welcome. The nurse practitioner and Doctor McCarthy were amazing. They answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable. I was so nervous having an appointment but they reassured …

  114. The girl at the front desk in the lobby is the PERFECT choice of personality and professional attitude for that position. She is great at what she does. Dr. Rogers just as nice, and professional. Then when I checked out Ashley was also very nice. Everyone made me feel welcome and at ease. I had a very enjoyable visit.

  115. I really wanted to like this office and I have a family member who did have a good experience. My experience has been extremely frustrating. …

  116. I would recommend Ohio Gastroenterology to anyone needing a colonoscopy. They very friendly, efficient and comforting throughout my procedure. Dr. Scherer was thorough and professional.

  117. My husband was called a week prior to his appt reminding him of the wrong day for his procedure. He thought to follow up to make sure his prescription was called in, but again, they had no record of his appt, despite him having written …

  118. I made an appointment here to see a specialist because I was having GI issues that were worrisome and did not have a primary care provider at the time. They got me in quickly, but that is where the good experience ends. No one ever had me …

  119. Overall a frustrating experience. None of my labs were available for them to review which I understand can happen, but the whole reason behind my visit was due to anomalous bloodwork. I’d expect their to be more proactiveness in obtaining …

  120. I was called in at my appointment time. Doctor came in 2 minutes later and had read my chart from former doctor and was familiar with my history. Listened to me and had multiple treatment options and next steps if they were needed. Excellent.

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