Patient Reviews
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.
"I received excellent care from De. Smallwood. He is very open, honest and caring. He made himself available to answer any questions I might have without letting me get too far ahead of the situation. I highly recommend Dr. Smallwood and since I am a nurse I don’t give/take that lightly."
"The best gi doctor that put patients first. He did a long meticulous and awesome rectal prolapse surgery on me! He answered all my calls (his cell phone) post op even after 9:00p.m. Simply put, if you have gi problems, dr. Smallwood is the one you needed to see."
"Dr Smallwood is amazing. Takes the time to listen, asks probing questions and explains things clearly."
"Dr. Smallwood and his staff are amazing. They are wonderful people. They make sure that you are taken care of and are comfortable."
"I cannot express how gratified I am that I was able to have Dr. Smallwood as my surgeon. I have never had a doctor that cares as much as he does. I am so thankful that he did my surgery and was by my side the entire time. I would recommend him and his entire staff to my family and friends. That says a lot."
"Dr Smallwood and his staff are amazing and top notch with the service they provide. I was in great hands with the care they provided."
"Dr Smallwood is a very kind and great surgeon. I highly recommend him."
"Dr. Smallwood is incredibly kind, respectful, and dedicated to his patients. He has been incredibly patient and thoughtful throughout the entire process. I highly recommend him, he is compassionate and capable beyond what you would expect. He is a doctor you definitely hope you get when you need them!"
"As the wife of someone with severe Crohn’s disease, I find it hard to find the words to say how incredibly grateful we are to Dr. Smallwood. His God-given talents have turned my husband’s life around, and I don’t say that lightly. Dr. Smallwood has incredible bedside manner, is patient with the inquisitive family, and explains things in a way you can understand. Within the last couple of years, he performed a surgery involving fistulas that no one else had offered or knew how to fix in the past, and solved the issue. After that, he has performed several bowel surgeries on my husband, and did so with great concern and care. He made sure to exhaust all options and was there every step of the way. He was very involved in the healing process as well. If you want a surgeon that shows up, cares, and treats you like you matter, look no further. We are truly blessed to have found him."
"Dr Smallwood listened to my concerns and was very informative And honest about the procedure I was interested in. He encouraged me to be diligent about continuing to follow guidelines for better digestive health. I would recommend Digestive Alliance group to my family and friends. A very relaxed atmosphere Made the visit more comfortable and easier to discuss sensitive issues."
"Dr. Smallwood was the epitome of professional. He made me feel safe, comfortable, and was a vast resource of informations"
"Dr. Smallwood answered my questions, and gave me recommendations. I will use him for my Surgeon if I decide to do the surgery. I'm thankful that we have him available."
"I had the best experience with Dr. Smallwood. He was so sweet and very informative on through. He answered any and all questions I had before and after my procedure. The staff in his office and surgery center are also just as amazing!"
"Thumbs-up"
"Dr. Smallwood is wonderful, a kind and generous man with his time. He is the best along with Dr. Kahl."
"Dr. Smallwood has performed several different surgeries ranging from fistulas to resections of my intestines due to Crohns. I truly believe the hand of GOD works through him. 10/10 I would recommend 100% all day."
"I was very pleased with my visit at GI Alliance. Everything from check-in to seeing Dr. Smallwood went very smoothly. Dr. Smallwood was very attentive and explained my options very carefully. I was very impressed with this facility."
"This was the one of the best doctors visits I have had in a really long time. All the staff front the front office to the Medical Assistant to the Dr. And the billing office was awesome. Thank you. I can not wait until my surgery date."
"Very helpful"
"Dr. Smallwood hands down is not only the best surgeon; his compassion and empathy and time that he takes with his patients is exceptional and above any we have experienced. He deeply cares for his patients and very involved in their healing journeys. He’s not just “collecting” a “paycheck” he is sowing life and hope as well into everyone’s path he crosses. We thank the Lord every day he was the surgeon consulted for my husband. We believe he was a GOD send."
"Dr. Smallwood is an amazing doctor! 10/10 would recommend!"
"Super friendly staff. Dr Smallwood is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He is caring and very professional. He has worked hard to get me through a very difficult time and I so much appreciate him"
"Wow I finally found a surgeon that knows all about fistulas and how to repair them! He's awesome and he looks like a Grey's Anatomy doctor plus is compassionate!"
"Very organized physician team and surgery center."
"Good experience. Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Dr. Smallwood answered all my questions. Thanks"
"Such nyc doctor . Heard patiently my problem and sorts out way to get rid of hemorrhoids … definitely recommend to my family and friends.."
"Dr. Smallwood was very knowledgeable I felt comfortable talking with him he examined me ordered me some new medicine scheduled my next test his nursing staff was great !"
"Excellent and professional great bedside manner and I believe that he really cares about me as a person"
"One of the best clinics in Grayson County..very friendly staff. Doctor Nathan explained every detail , great Doctor!"
"I highly recommend Dr. Smallwood and his staff, as well as the medical team at Baylor, Scott and White Hospital in Sherman. Everyone was genuinely kind and compassionate, and I felt comfortable expressing any of my questions or concerns to this knowledge and thorough physician."
"Was referred to Dr Smallwood by my doctor for a procedure and am thoroughly impressed by how fast he was able to get me in to see him and proceed with my surgery. You can tell he really cares about his patients and understood the pain I was in. I will continue to be his patient now and would refer anybody to him."
"Office staff were very congenial and extremely helpful in scheduling my appointment. I appreciate that Dr. Smallwood took the time to address my concerns in a caring and professional manner."
"Dr.Smallwood and all of his staff that I interacted with were extremely professional and helpful. I enjoyed talking to his staff, they went above and beyond in helping me and in making me feel comfortable."
"Very nice, professional, and caring"
"He was friendly and very thorough. I will definitely keep him and recommend him."
"Office staff was very nice and helpful. Dr Smallwood was kind and helpful in my situation. Found the issue quickly and addressed the situation head on."
"Dr. Smallwood is an amazing doctor!"
"Dr Smallwood and staff were all excellent. I will recommend to all friends and family. Thanks for the great care!"
"Amazing guy with thorough explanations. I was prepared for everything. Even the bad parts I knew completely what to expect and he helped through what he could. Absolutely recommend this guy. Made a terrible situation alittle bit better and I'm greatful for it. Thanks"
"Dr. Nathan Smallwood explained everything concerning my surgery and answered all questions. He was patient and did not rush out of room."
"Dr. Smallwood was recommended by my brother, and I am so glad we decided to use him for my husbands colorectal surgery. Dr. Smallwood took care of him from the beginning and even to this day. Such a kind and compassionate person who, you can tell, loves what he does. He listened to all of our concerns and addressed them accordingly. I couldn't recommend him enough!"
"Fantastic. Very compassionate, very informative, and very helpful"
"Dr.Nathan Smallwood was so professional and caring, I would recommend him and his Staff to everyone."
"Dr. Smallwood is absolutely amazing and would recommend him to anyone in need of his services!"
"Front desk was friendly and forms were pre-filled! Short wait time in lobby and exam room. Dr. Smallwood was familiar with my chart and easy to speak with. Definitely recommend!"
"I was referred by my PCP and so glad to be a patient of Dr.. Smallwood now. At last a doctor who cares!"
"It was good."
"Dr Smallwood was very informative and helpful in getting my Mother the treatment that was needed. He went above and beyond. The office staff was extremely helpful with all our questions. Thank you Dr. Smallwood and staff."
"Dr. Smallwood saw me in a timely manner , and he explained test results and gave us a description of future surgery. I am very pleased with his office manner, and with his staff."
"Great bedside manner in a very uncomfortable situation. He takes the time needed to make sure you understand and can ask any questions."
"Great Doctor. I would recommend to all my friends and family. Great staff and a very caring about there patients."
"Dr Smallwood has made a challenging injury and procedure much easier to handle. Thank you sir! Cheers, Josh"
"Very nice and professional. His office staff was helpful and answered any questions. Dr. Smallwood made it very pleasant to be there and the nervousness was not as bad. He tries all options to help. Definitely recommend."
"I've had a problem for many years and didn't want to address the issue, but when I finally did Dr Smallwood helped me. My most recent office visits was very painful but it was a follow-up to a procedure and it was just one week post-op. Dr Smallwood and his staff made me very comfortable and gave me a place to lie down to ease my pain."
"After being referred to doctor Smallwood for surgery from another gastroenterologist . He took the time to listen to my problems and set a path to find out what the real problem is. He gave me samples and thank god they worked. Also scheduled for better CT images to find out what the real problem is. Two weeks into the medication my symptoms have improved vastly and am on the way to a more comfortable existence. Thank You Dr Smallwood"
"Dr.Smallwood is very professional and takes time and listens. Very knowledgeable and experienced."
"Dr. Smallwood showed a kindness and concern that is much appreciated in doctors who l know are very busy with so many illnesses in patients."
"Dr. Smallwood showed a kindness and concern that is much appreciated in doctors who l know are very busy with so many illnesses in patients."
"Absolutely great Doctor. Very knowledgeable and takes the time to answer all questions. Shows compassion and care at all times. My family and I highly recommend Dr. Smallwood."
"Dr. Smallwood was great from my very first visit. I felt like I was in good hands and he would take care of problems. His after care is second to none. Always available to answer questions and help ease your mind. Thank you Dr. Smallwood for everything you have done for me...Ronnie"
"My husband had his first apt. with him last week & we were both impressed with him!"
"I view Dr. Smallwood as a very impressionable young Doctor who love the LORD and family as well as his practice. In addition to this he respects his patients. When I went in he was thoughtfully considerate listened to what I had to say gathered the information from me consulted with the more Senior Doctor came back and told me exactly what would take place then got me out quickly. I didn’t feel that I was just a piece of the puzzle to pad his pockets like lots of Doctors will do. He made me feel like a person and the presence of GOD is with him. The staff is hardworking, knowledgeable, and not pushy. They’re effective , efficient, and express empathy for their patients. Haven’t met Dr. Fletcher yet but theirs an old saying that if the head is cut off the tail cannot follow. From my first impression of Dr. Smallwood along with the staff Dr. Fletcher must be good. There establishment is neat and has a home feel to it. Dr. Fletcher along with his staff have their heads screwed on straight. Dr. Smallwood will make his Senior Doctors proud when it’s all said and done people lives will be saved and better because of his application and willingness to evolve. This is my personal experience and what the Holy Spirit shared with me. Overall great experience!"
"Every interaction with every person I encountered at TDDC was a very positive one. I would recommend Dr. Smallwood any time. He gave me the best, most personalized care I have ever received from any physician, much less a surgeon. He was genuinely interested in me as an individual, and I felt that he really cared about improving my quality of life, which my surgery did. Desiree Frye, NP also gave me the same kind of genuine concern for my condition prior to my interaction with Dr. Smallwood. This practice’s response to my questions and calls was always the most efficient I have experienced. I cannot imagine better service and care…….Marla St. John"
"Was highly impressed with the service that Dr Smallwood and his staff provided."
"great experience with Dr smallwood and his office staff. efficient, friendly, we had the most min wait ever for any dr visit with this location. Dr smallwood is really smart and he was patient to check on my mom and also give accurate evaluation. I was shocked how quickly the surgery was scheduled... he perform amazing hemorrhoid removal procedure using the most advanced technology, no stitches and very min of pain pain we are just so grateful to have found him"
"Dr Nathan Smallwood is very thorough kind and patient. I felt very comfortable knowing that he actually "listened " to me as a patient and acknowledged my questions and concerns. I cannot say enough good things about him. He is the only Dr that I know that will give you his cell number after surgery in case you need him. He is also not too proud to request a second opinion before surgery . If I could give him 10 stars or more I would . He is fantastic!!!"
"Very caring before and after surgery."
"Great experience! Dr. Smallwood was helpful, informative, and easy to work with!"
"Best doctor ever!"
"He did fistula surgery to my daughter He is extremely intelligent and very knowledgeable We are very happy and lucky we finally found the right doctor"
"Dr. Smallwood saved my husband's life. He performed an incredibly difficult and protracted surgery for an unusual cancer and overwhelming complications. He also has worked above and beyond the call of duty to ensure my husband's well-being and recovery. It is rare to find such exceptional compassion and competence in the same doctor and we were very blessed to have him caring for us! --Coralie Taylor"
"Best surgeon my husband has ever had."
"Dr. Smallwood was very personable, caring, generous in time with me. Gifted. I will highly recommend him. He’s a real cutie."
"Dr. Smallwood performed emergency surgery on me. I could not have had anyone better. He was very caring and my older children were pleased with him as was I. He actually saved my life. Would highly recommend Dr. Smallwood."
"The best Doctor I have ever met hands down!! He really cares for his patients and really took care of me in my time of need!! I would recommend him to any and everyone that needs an oncologist!!"