GI Alliance physicians are among the most reputable and distinguished gastroenterologists across the nation. Focused on clinical excellence and patient-centered care, our specialists seek to be the partner you need in your quest for better health. We value patient feedback and appreciate every review we receive from those we are privileged to treat. For your convenience, we have gathered a collection of reviews, stories, and testimonials provided by patients who have visited our practices. We welcome you to explore the feedback below to learn more about what it means to be a patient of GI Alliance.
"The check out person & the scheduler were both equally very nice even smiled, so to me that said they enjoyed their employment and or enjoyed what they were doing, their jobs. I enjoyed meeting NP Patel who was very nice, polite and thorough. Thank you!"
"I was very pleased that they worked me in the next day after I called due to my symptoms of a flareup. Dr. Reddy and her assistants are very thorough and patient - they take time with you. They do not hesitate to order necessary tests or labs."
"I highly recommend Dr. Havemann and his team at Austin Gastroenterology. Both my husband and I have received excellent care for multiple procedures. From the facility, to the nurses, doctors, and administrative staff the entire operation is top notch!"
"The staff was very welcoming and the MA that took my vitals was very nice and helped me relax a bit. Dr. Kim explained everything to me thoroughly and answered all my questions."
"The minute I walked in I felt comfortable. The front patient receptionist was patient, kind and guided me through the process. The PA listened to my issues and I felt she was very knowledgeable with her answers. The person who scheduled my colonoscopy was patient with me and answered my questions. I would definitely recommend this office."
"My visit w/ Austin Gastroenterology was an all-around great experience. From check-in, to my Dr’s appt., to check-out it was seamless. Friendly staff and great providers!"
"Very thorough to rule out other things. Some may not like having all the tests run, but with 7 out of 8 maternal aunts/uncles have/had cancer, I appreciate it."
"Dr. Havemann is by far the best in his field . He makes you feel important heard and genuinely cared for. He makes the experience so much easier . I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you for what you do Dr. Havemann!!! From Matt and Mika catching people doing things right!"
"I was treated with so much niceness that i didn't want to leave. Staff was nice courtious friendly . The office clean the doctor was very pleasant and informative"
"I was able to meet via zoom with a familiar practitioner who had reviewed my file and was able to ask related question and listen to my concerns. She promptly provided the medication I needed to recover from diverticulitis. The office staff was supportive and helpful in making the online appointment. Thank you"
"My experience with Austin Gastroenterologys - James Casey location was pleasant. The check in person was very polite and professional as well as the nurse and P.A. .I would definitely recommend this practice to friends and family."
"Office staff are professional and assist upon arrival. Physician assistant is knowledgeable and thorough. Explained procedure and what to expect. Pleasant and calm voice put me at ease."
"Roxy is a rockstar! She took her time, really listened, & ordered tests that no other medical professional I’ve seen (many) thought of. I felt like she cared & genuinely wanted to help me. Thanks Roxy."
"Always there, always responsive, always available in a reasonable amount of time! Very glad to have such great medical help from Dr. Becker and Roxy!!"
"Dr.Havemen is the best! He’s not only a skilled physician — knowledgeable and professional — but he’s also patient, kind and compassionate.. Highly recommend."
"I was referred here after a health scare that sent me to the ER and eventually to the hospital. It was a nightmare experience. ER staff saved my life, which I will be eternally grateful for. But some of the emergency staff and an awful lot of the hospital staff made me feel like my mere presence was an inconvenience to them. Hospital docs had awful bedside manners, I was intentionally left out of decisions regarding MY healthcare and often felt emotionally traumatized by some of the things that occurred; those things on top of being scared to death because I had never been sick like this before in my 65 years of life. I was not looking forward to any more interactions with medical professionals who made me feel worse, rather than better. And who refused to even try to understand that treating people kindly and decently has a healing effect as well. I was thrilled that my interactions at Austin Gasteoentology were nothing like those at the hospital. Professional, friendly, warm, caring. Everyone I encountered was all those things, and more. My visit was just a consultation to go over proposed procedures/tests and to educate me on the process and what these procedures/tests will hopefully accomplish. My questions were answered and I was not made to feel like my health issues were a bother to those who are there to help me heal. I'm not even worried or scared about having these procedures done now; I was very worried before the consultation. I already know, and feel confident, that I will be in very good hands."
"From the initial pre appointment to the 2nd appointment for the procedure, everything was clearly explained. The staff was efficient and professional. After the procedure the physician clearly explained the findings and a staff member made sure that I got safely into a car for a ride home. It is for these reasons that feel that I can strongly recommend Austin Gastroenterology to others."
"I had a very traumatic experience the last time I had a procedure. I’m not going to the details but I can tell you I delayed my next colonoscopy as long as I could because of the terrible experience. I decided two spend a significant amount of time researching who my next gastroenterologist was going to be. I narrowed it down to one single doctor…her name is Dr. Eimile Dalton Fitzgerald. She has a wonderful bedside manner and she is extremely knowledgeable in her profession and knows how to properly and carefully conduct a colonoscopy. I have much respect for her and I am delighted she happens to practice here in South Austin! I have referred other family to her I know the next time I need care she is the one to call! Thank You Doctor and Staff."
"Way better than other gastros in the area. Organized and return calls quickly. Dr Reddys assistant is very kind and helpful, especially when working with insurance and pharmacies. I see Dr. Reddys NP who is super nice and smart. Going here has helped me feel so much better :)"
"Dr. Srygley is a great doctor! He has a very calming demeanor and excellent bedside manner. I would recommend him to anyone needed a specialist in gastroenterology."
"I like being able to do teletherapy visits that don’t require physical examinations, etc. Also, I believe Sara K worked with me to get my endoscopy scheduled ASAP. She also gave me excellent advice on constipation."
"Austin Gastro has always given me the highest level of care. I can recommend the entire office, Dr Kumar and his outstanding staff to anyone needing this type of medical care."
"I’ve never met such a kind staff. I was terrified going in there for my first colonoscopy. But they did everything they could to make it comfortable and a friendly experience. 10/10 would recommend going with austin gastroenterology!"
"Dr. Kim and his staff were very quick in making an appointment for me to discuss my issues with Dr. Kim and to help me get the treatment that I need."
"The vist went very smooth and professional. Mary Ann Johnson was excellent. She was knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. She drew blood. Here’s the problems: 1 . I have tried to call your office on several occasions with no luck 2. I can’t retrieve my results through my cpl portal. 3. Please help"
"As a new patient, Dr. Tsai was agreeable with my request to have specific diagnostic tests. I very much appreciated his working with me regarding my preferences. His pleasant nature and informative feedback was very welcoming."
"Had a great experience with Dr. Havemann I enjoyed his professionalism, attention to detail and bedside manner. I truly feel very comfortable with him and I think you would too!"
"I was very surprised and impressed at how pleasant this experience was. I was hesitant about the prep because of a previous experience and Dr Thomas had me to a pill prep that was fast and relatively easy. The staff and facility was top notch and Dr Thomas was fantastic. I left with very little bloating and cool photos of my colon. I highly recommend Dr Thomas!"
"Colonoscopy on 8/4/2022. I was apprehensive because my most previous procedure was less than stellar (as an outpatient at a different group in San Marcos). This was so much better! Everyone was very friendly and went out of their way to put me at ease. Thank you to Kiley, Daniel, Lindsey and Dr. Becker."
"This office is so kind professional and very detailed on what you would have done or need to do! I'm very comfortable with them handling my procedure. Doctors offices like this is hard to find. Roxie was amazing!"
"Going in for health checks is not really something anyone wants to do so it’s a whole lot easier when you go someplace where the staff is kind and takes good care of you. From the initial screening via phone, front desk check in, to the nurse setting me up and hooking me up to finally going to the procedure room. Everyone took the time to introduce themselves, tel me what they were there for and answered my questions. I felt safe and well cared for through out."
"Marianne was very professional. She has great bedside manners and wonderful personality. She appears to be knowledgeable and has expertise on her field. She listened actively to my questions and concerns. She took her time to answer my questions in a very emphatic manner. I am thoroughly satisfied with my visit with her and I highly recommend her"
"Dr. Srygley is fantastic! Great personality and bedside manner. I choose him as my doctor considering I would work with him frequently as a RN at St. David’s Hospital and got to see his excellent patient care up close and personal on a day to day basis. He gives his all to his patients and is highly respected."
"Dr. Hafemeister and the staff at Austin Gastroenterology were fantastic. The intake process was quick and everyone was very friendly. Dr. Hafemeister was attentive to my condition and prescribed the medicine needed to alleviate my condition."
"I recently had an appointment with Dr Shrigley. As usual he was cordial & friendly. I was worried about my health problems & he had a caring & positive outlook. I would recommend Dr Shrigley to anyone looking for a gastro doctor. Audrey S."
"Dr Emmett is really helpful I appreciate his work ethic and glad he got me the health treatment I needed to rule out any health concerns I had at the time."
"My first experience with Austin Gastroenterology was very positive. The introductory meeting with my physician was thorough and informative and the pre-procedure was professional but relaxed."
"Best care I've ever received, and continue to review. Dr.Godell and Lyndsay Solimine are the most knowledgeable professionals . Thank you for taking care of me."
"Great front desk assistance checking in the day of my procedure, nursing care was personable and professional, Dr. Reidy performing the procedure was quick and pain free."
"I saw Dr. Hsu last week. Very impressed with efficient and courteous staff. Dr Hsu is a very knowledgeable and friendly person. He listened to my complains carefully and gave me great advice...I truly appreciate that, Tony Chen"
"Have never had issues with office, billing or scheduling. Gracie is awesome and Dr. Reddy doesn't rush she takes her time and listens to your concerns. Really happy with the outcome and will refer anyone to Dr. Reddy and Austin Gastro."
"For my first experience with colonoscopy. Natural to be nervous when you see the Dr looks young as if he just got out of High School. But I feel comfortable enough to go through my 1st colonoscopy. I place another review after July 2nd when I go through this experience."
"My whole experience was very good from staff that worked front desk, people who scheduled and gave instructions for procedures. Doctor Chia-Wen Kevin Hsu is friendly easy to talk to he is thorough and explains well . Second time he has done this procedure for me. Nurses were very friendly and very helpful day I had procedure done. They made sure and checked on me often make sure I was okay. Dr Hsu made sure to answer any questions before he started procedure. I was a bit nervous but he assured me I would be okay said I would have some good dreams. Once given anesthesia seemed like seconds and I was out just remember dreaming very relaxing music. Both the doctor and the nurses called and explained to the person I gave permission to get information about me and let them know I was ready. I highly recommend Dr Chia-Wen (Kevin) Hsu and staff at Austin Gastroenterology."
"Yulia L. RN of Austin Gastroenterology team for Dr. Chia-Wen (Kevin) Hsu has been always there to follow through with my IBD condition care, paperwork, and prescriptions. Thank you Yulia."
"Dr. Reddy is a wonderful Doctor who greeted me and explained to me the process of what I am going through. She was thorough in explaining and wanted to make sure I understood my condition. I am happy I selected her to be my Gastroenterologist, she definitely shows she cares for her patients."
"Dr Emilie Fitzgerald-Dalton is fabulous and actually listens to you. Her nurse is the best!! She answers your emails in the portal and respond to your messages in a timely manner. Highly recommended!!!"
"Great Dr. He explained the issues well. I appreciate he did not try to put me on medications, instead focused an diet and fiber. He did a great job explaining the tests and coming up with a game plan."
"AG Gas.; has always been straight forward, direct and to the point. And at the same time, open to discussion and options. Dr. Emmitt is easy to speak with and the staff has always been great. Would I recommend AG Ga., Yes I would!"
"Doctor Emily Dalton Fitz Gerald Saw me recently After a referral from South Austin hospital lI can attribute the good Treatment I am now receiving to her early diagnosis of my serious condition and the sense of urgency she put on having future tests done. I'm grateful to her and the staff there for all they've done to get my treatment started and my life back on track"
"Prior to the routine colonoscopy and endoscopy, I expressed some fears about the procedure because of my asthma and sleep apnea issues. He answered my questions and I felt at ease in going through the procedures. Everything went smoothly. He gave me a summary of what was done as well as pictures of the polys he removed. I look forward to seeing him again in 3 years."
"Very good, very professional Gastroenterologist! Super kind and big step above your average doctors. She actually took the time to have a real conversation with me and it never felt rushed. I'm grateful to have Dr. Dalton on my side!!!"
"Staff is very friendly, yet professional. The nurses who prepared me for my procedure were especially kind and caring. The procedure was done quickly and ahead of schedule, and we were notified of results immediately."
"Had my 3rd colonoscopy in 15 years at Gastroenterology this month. The Center staff have always been super friendly and professional. For those of you who have been through it, you know the at home prep is way worse than the actual procedure. Gastroenterology makes it so quick and smooth. This was my first time with Dr. Srygley. He was very patient and willing to explain the process as it was going to unfold. Overall great experience - given that it was a colonoscopy, after all. LOL."
"i was VERY pleased with Dr. Becker’s expertise and care! I was apprehensive about the situation but he put my mind at ease and gave me a complete sense of trust and confidence. He is one of the VERY BEST in his field and I am grateful to be his patient. Also, the “team” that cared for me just before and during the procedure were awesome!!! Corrie, Candy, Susy, Dr. Ali and others were wonderful!!"
"Dr. Dalton is very personable and easy to talk to. She treats you with respect and comes across very genuine. She is also seems very knowledgeable and thorough."
"From the time I walked in for my procedure to the end when the nurse walked me out to my car I was treated with respect and kindness. Everything possible to be done to protect everyone from Covid-19 was done.... Masks. Gloves.. All surfaces in the cubicles cleaned between patient, fresh sheets and pillow cases. The doctor was on time and explained everything to me and patiently listening to and answered all my questions. The nurse called my husband and explained the results , which is very helpful as I was not at my sharpest from the anesthesia."
"I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Hafemeister. I felt listened to, respected, and I am so thankful to be feeling better after being cared for by him and his team."
"Dr. Dalton-Fitzgerald is wonderful and the staff is always kind and very helpful. They have gone above and beyond to assist me in many different ways. They care, and it is easy to see."
"Dr Dalton is wonderful, she made me feel comfortable and explained everything in a manner that made sense. She makes you feel at ease when you are talking about uncomfortable things. I would absolutely recommend her!"
"Been using Dr. Emmett since I moved to Kyle. Have no complaints, he has always answered any questions or concerns I have. Taken good care of my stomach issues."
"Regarding Dr. Eimile Dalton-Fitzgerald She reassured me and listened. Doctor said don't worry until you know if you need to worry. She scheduled varous tests for me. She made me feel comfortable. Everyone having an issue needs to feel that their doctor cares. Thank you"
"I was recommended this place by a friend and I am so glad they did. I have struggled with GI issues for years now and Dr. Hafemeister has provided a variety of ways to help me. I never have to wait very long to be seen and the care from all professionals here is amazing."
"Being a patient over ten years at Austin Gastroenterology, I have encountered professional competence and courtesy from my doctor and staff at its high level which left me with satisfaction each time I had the occasion to visit."
"Doctor Dalton is a very caring Doctor. She warm heartedly listened to all of my concerns and I genuinely felt that she took the time to listen to me. During my visit when recommending products that I could take for my condition, I advised her of a product that really works for me and at the same time, we both said it and we both laughed. That was a really nice moment, when you and your Doctor can laugh. Dr. Dalton made me feel that she wanted to help me and I thank her for doing so. Her personality, caring nature and desire to help patients are what you look for in a doctor. I am grateful to have Doctor Dalton as my physician. If you want a Doctor with these qualities, look no further than Doctor Dalton. Bonus, the entire office staff were nice from the front office, to the nurses, to the checkout."
"Staff are always courteous and helpful. I like the online portal option for getting in touch for appointments, prescription needs etc. I’d previously been a longtime patient of Dr Utts; when he retired last year, I was placed with Dr. Hafemeister. I’ve been very impressed with Dr. Hafemeister so far. I feel comfortable when I have an appointment with him, he’s very easy to talk to. I highly recommend both Austin Gastro and specifically Dr. Hafemeister to anyone in need of the services they provide."
"I am so thankful for my insurance. I was finally able to get an appt Dr. Kumar and get some procedures done. I am so thankful for Dr. Kumar and all staff for this procedure. Made me feel so comfortable. Dr. Kumar made me feel he cared to get this done once I mentioned how I was feeling. Coming from a family of cancer I am so happy nothing was found in that area. As I continue to see Dr. Kumar I know I am in great hands. Thank you Sir for your service and all staff who has been involved. Angel Rivera Jr"
"I have a lot of digestive issues and have seen many gastroenterologists but Dr. Tsai is the best of the best! He truly cares about helping me and has come up with many out of the box solutions to treat my condition. I have multiple chronic illnesses and have never had a doctor as caring and compassionate as him. I moved to San Antonio about a year ago but will continue to see him as he is just that good!"
"I saw Dr. Hafemeister at Austin Gastroenterology. He is amazing doctor with such great bedside manners. He worked with me on my treatment plan, explained all the possibilities, and answered all the questions I had. I had to undergo an emergency surgery and I wanted to consult with him before I do the surgery, he returned my call shortly and put me at ease about the surgery. Then Dr. Dalton was the on call doctor at the hospital and she visited me everyday, she continued to put me at ease about my decision with the surgery and the next steps more than the actual surgeon did."
"I've been a patient of Dr Hsu and Austin Gastro for several years. I'm very happy with Dr Hsu and everyone I've dealt with. They got my IBS under control."
"Everyone at the office is always so nice and friendly. Yulia is very pleasant and i know she was always abreast of any and all of my concerns and progress. Now I have moved and will take my medical needs to strangers. I will miss Yulia and her cheerfulness."
"From start to finish i was treated with respect and kindness. Everyone did an excellent job and with Covid 19 going on they took extra care with everything."
"I have had Dr G for several years and my husband & I both love him!! He is always glad to see us and his demeanor Is very professional but also kind and respectful. He is also great to see because he’s friendly and makes it feel like he cares for an individual or couple. He gets our humor which makes the appointment cheerful. We feel he’s THE BEST in his profession and we trust him which speaks volumes for him as a Doctor!!!"
"Love Austin Gastro!! Love Dr. Hsu and Yulia. Been going to them for years for my IBS-D, and colonoscopies. They are not only good medically, but are both very nice."
"Dr. Srygley is professional, courteous and willingly answers all questions, providing thoughtful insights and recommendations, while giving the patient as many options as he can realistically offer. Good doctor."
"Immediately and FINALLY feel like I am going to get the help I've needed for a decade now. I highly recommend! I feel heard and cared about. Already have a plan for my future and my new healthy life I've always wanted."
"Dr. Tsai has been amazing and very professional. They are very prompt at answering questions and helping to schedule appointments. Totally recommend this practice but specially Dr, Tsai"
"Dr. Srygley has always provided fantastic care. He takes time to explain everything during appointments and answers all my questions. I’ve never felt rushed."
"Dr. Srygley gets my vote...smooth and uneventful... I highly recommend him...At my age ( 76 ) I have had more than my share of procedures and am very particular about placing my life in the hands of a doctor and facility. He also has a top notch staff...very efficient, attention to details and excellent communication skills...."
"Yulia at Austin Gastroenterology directed a treatment program for me. She was well informed about what treatment I needed and made sure I received the correct medication. Austin Gastroenterology is total patient care."
"I would recommend Dr Hafemeister and Austin Gastroenterology for all of your gastro issues! He was so knowledgeable and made me feel so comfortable at my visual appointment and during my colonoscopy! His staff is excellent and in 5 years they will definitely be my choice!"
"Starting with Dr Emmitt's staff, everyone is very nice and professional. Dr Emmitt is a people person and I always understand everything he is explaining. I will continue to recommend him."
"I absolutely loved Dr Hsu he is always very informative to us always explaining everything even though Jerry can't understand him due to his brain injury Dr Hsu listens to him and the front desk people are wonderful they do return my calls when I leave a message I would recommend them."
"Dr Srygley has taken exceptional care of our son. In many cases, above and beyond his responsibility. He is available 24/7 taking care of a very complicated case. He is more of a friend to our son who trusts him implicitly."
"I’ve had great experience at Austin Gastroenterology. Wait times are minimal, easy to book appointments, and I felt like I could contact someone easily through the online portal. I’ve seen Yulia a handful of times. She’s super intelligent, patient and she was persistent at helping me figure out my diagnosis."
"Dr Emily Dalton was a very nice and professional. She listened to your concerns and offered a solution. She wasn't just rushing through your appointment."
"Dr Hafemeister and his staff are very responsive. He is thorough and conservative. He isn't going to do surgery to just do it. He tries to help you and reaches out to his colleagues for advice/suggestions and works well with them on your care & I greatly appreciate that!"
"I am a patient of Dr Kumar and I truly enjoy our partnership. I know that he is looking out for me and patient with all of my questions as crazy as they may seem. He takes the time to educate me on my progress and diagnosis so I am very aware of what is going on. So thankful to have him as my physician!!"
"Great team ! So easy. I was nervous to get a colonoscopy but they made it very comfortable and swift. From the nurse Colleen the anesthesiologist to the Doctor great experience. Thank you all!!!"