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.
Reviews for Elgin, IL
"Extensive interview and appointment set"
"Complete understanding of my medical concerns with concise explanation and follow up instructions."
"Everything went exceptionally well. From check-in to check-out, the staff did an amazing job. Would highly recommend their services."
"This was my first time using GI Alliance of Illinois in Elgin for a colonoscopy. All of the staff, nurses, techs, anesthesiologist and doctor were so sweet and caring. I had Dr. Jennifer Dorfmeister, she was very nice. I would definitely recommend this facility for a routine colonoscopy or any other service they provide."
"Dr. Pillai and team are professional, caring and follows thru"
"Love them!! All of them so kind and humble, I'm so happy with the Dr I have."
"Love them!! All of them so kind and humble, I'm so happy with the Dr I have."
"I haven't yet had my colonoscopy, but so far I've appreciated the information and the setup with the nurse. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and answered all my questions and concerns I have about my upcoming colonoscopy. š"
"Always a great experience. Dr Flamm is fantastic!"
"My visit started in a very timely matter. Everyone was very kind and helpful. I received all the answers to my questions. I recievd all I needed to know to make my and receive my colonoscopy. Thank you for making this happen In a timely manner."
"Everyone is kind and courteous here. The doctors explain everything thoroughly."
"I was so pleased with how everything went with my procedure. I have pretty serious health anxiety and the nurses and staff were amazing. Everyone was so knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable. Dr Dorfmeister was great at communicating and put me at ease."
"Very happy with the care I received."
"Kindly the service"
"Love these doctors. I've known them almost 20 yrs. They listen, they help. They're great!"
"Dr. Losurdo clearly explained my condition. The staff assisted greatly in expediting my next step in treatment. Very hands on. Excellent patient care."
"My 1st experience with Elgin Endo was great! Needed a new gastro since moving to this area and was a little nervous having colonoscopy in a new setting & new doc. Dr. Kosirog was everything you want in a doc from being well versed in my history to being kind, patient, and knowledgeable. Every staff member was great, including Celina, Jean, Traci, and Daphne! I do understand people upset with long wait time to schedule, but to me, that is also a sign of a good group of doctors. The phone frustrations are real, but everyone I did talk to was very helpful. Their tech system of texting reminders, details & even results is beyond the best I've used (I have a ton of specialist groups). The prep they ordered was a BREEZE compared to the old gallon one from years ago. Will have my husband now switch as well. Thanks for your care!"
"Amazing group of doctors. Staff is friendly and professional."
"Dr Godambe is absolutely wonderful. EXCELLENT bedside manner. Kind and compassionate. This is how a doctor should be."
"Dr Godambe is absolutely wonderful. EXCELLENT bedside manner. Kind and compassionate. This is how a doctor should be."
"I have known dr. Pillai for roughly six years. He took care of my wife when she had cancer, and he took care of my colonoscopy and he's currently taking care of other things for me. I'm glad I found him, he's the best!"
"Everyone was so nice and friendly and helpful. Any time I called. I got a very positive response and it wasnāt a problem. If I didnāt feel like I was bothering them or agitating them I loved the service the doctor, the treatment everything even after my procedure my doctor was so sweet and so nice explained everything in detail so I can understand exactly what she was saying. Thank you guys for the best treatment Iāve ever had."
"Always had a wonderful experience with Dr. Joseph."
"I repeatedly return to this facility because they treat you well as if your family and I really like that."
"Only place Iād go for the issues I have as I get older!"
"Everyone listens .. great staff!"
"Very kind and patient"
"Very helpful and concerned about my health issue."
"(Translated by Google) Excellent God continue to bless you (Original) Exelente Dios os siga bendiciendo"
"Excellent God continue to bless you"
"Super staff and great Drs. Willing to address my problems...looking forward to my continued care with this Group. Very very kind and compassionate. Highly recommend!"
"My nurse practitioner, Prina Patel, Was thorough and thoughtful. She asked many questions, wanting to make sure that all of my issues were covered. Thank you"
"My experience with GI Alliance of Illinois - Elgin, ALL the staff I spoke to and my doctor Joseph Losurdo treated me with care and compassion, kindness and professionalism. Based on my experience, I highly recommend Dr. Losurdo. Great job!"
"Prima Patel is awesome! Iām so grateful i was able to see her, very knowledgeable, kind and professional"
"Got in to see Dr quickly. Did not wait on waiting room long. Very friendly staff and doctors. Very thorough."
"Well knowledgeable and showed concern. Just like anything else you have to tweak medication to get it right!"
"Very good"
"I have been a patient for years and have always received excellent care!"
"I have been going to Illinois Gastroenterology for over 10 years and couldnāt be more satisfied with every aspect of my care."
"They were professional and made the experience quick and eĆ sy"
"Very efficient process of registration for a colonoscopy. Friendly professional staff."
"Dr Godambe is absolutely wonderful. EXCELLENT bedside manner. Kind and compassionate. This is how a doctor should be."
"Helpful and knowledgeable service"
"I like your staff, they are very professional and very kind, thank you"
"Prina Patel prescribed the absolute right medication that has given me relief. Kind, good listener."
"Beautiful place, friendly employees, easy to find, and great Dr. WU."
"Excellent answering my concerns."
"Staff was pleasant, Dr. Pillai is the kindest Dr. I have ever seen. He always calls me himself, and takes time to be sure I understand test results. Wish all doctors were more like him!"
"I like your staff who are very professional and very kind thank you"
"(Translated by Google) I like your staff who are very professional and very kind thank you (Original) Me gusta su personal que son muy profesionales y muy amables gracias"
"Dr. Jennifer Dorfmeister is an exception physician. She provides clear explanations of her diagnosis and treatment plan. I look forward to her professional opinions and appreciates her success to treating my illness. David Miller PhD"
"Dr. Stinneford was kind, patient, and thorough. I felt like he listened to my issue, and asked questions to get an overall evaluation of my issues not just my gut! He came up with multiple suggestions for my continued care. I highly recommend Dr. Stinneford."
"Excellent care from him and the staff. Caring, compassionate easy to talk to and listens to his patients. Highly recommended."
"Dr Stinneford is a wonderful Doctor, kind , thorough, compassionate. I would recommend him highly."
"Awesome doctor who takes care of you and all your concerns. Helped me with issues I had. Class and professionalism top notch. Highly recommend."
"Great staff very friendly and they explain everything very well"
"My first appointment I received very good medical care and advice expecting complain to be resolve"
"The people that work there are very nice and care about you when my Prescription ran out they were very quick about filling my prescription A doctor who cares there was no waiting I was in and out quick I would Highly recommend them"
"They took great care of me. 1st time for a procedure and they made me feel very comfortable. Definitely recommend!"
"Good doctor. Listens well. Explains well. Has concern for my health."
"Dr. Sonia Godambe has been working with me on my ongoing constipation. She doesn't settle with "just ok" results, she comes up with another plan to hopefully give a greater outcome. She's kind and easy to talk to."
"Dr. Losurdo diagnosed and treated my issue as others before him improperly diagnosed and prescribed meds for the improper diagnosis. I highly recommend."
"Had my kidney stones removed. They had to be blasted cause they were so big. Everything went great and his bed size manner was great. Really cared about me."
"I recieved very good care!"
"I had a great experience and came to see her as she was highly recommended. She did thorough exam and took the time to listen to my symptoms. She was very attentive and answered all my questions. I felt like I had a better understanding of my issues by the time I left her office. I would refer family and friends to her !!"
"As a Nurse myself Im always looking for Physicians with an excellent bedside manor and that listen. This is her. Highly recommend I have been to multiple doctors in the last year for GI issues she finally heard my concerns and was able to help. Thank you"
"Colonoscopies are never a pleasant experience. But they are important and necessary. I just completed my third one at Illinois Gastro and it was as pleasant as it could be. From check-in to check-out and every step in between, everyone was professional, kind, understanding with full explanation of each step. Thanks to my team: Celina, Kelli, Janay, Rachael, and the very important anesthesiologist whose I have forgotten. Excellent experience. Highly recommended."
"The entire staff here is amazing. The level of care I have received so far, is unmatched. I have only had one visit, with Heather. I couldnāt be happier. She really took the time to try and understand me in order to help. I never felt rushed or brushed off. You can tell these doctors and nurses truly value patient care."
"Dr. Stinneford has been the best doctor I have ever had. In my 53 years he has been my favorite. He is a truly caring person and nice as can be."
"Dr. Lusardo spent a great amount if time actually listening to me and asking questions. Not all doctors do anymore."
"Dr. Godambe is a wonderful doctor. She took a lot of time during my original visit asking questions about my symptoms as well as explaining the procedure. She checked on me both during and after the procedure. Dr. Godambe fully explained the procedure and the results to myself and my husband. I would highly recommend Dr. Godambe as a GI doctor!"
"The office is very helpful, and kind. The staff is professional. I would recommend this office."
"Dr. Godambe is extremely caring, informative, diligent and kind! A lot can be said with the work load she gets. Certainly one of the better doctors the healthcare space has to offer."
"Everyone was professional, efficient and nice. We were seen very quickly All of our needs were addressed. Afterwards when the office was contacted for an issue that needed to be addressed, we were contacted promptly and assisted nicely as well."
"very well taken care of. wonderful staff! i was in and out before i knew it. Dr. Stinneford is the best!!"
"Dr.Godambe was very nice ,professional , and caring . Any questions I had was answered. Thanks Dr .Godambe!!"
"did a very good job. and help us to understand what happened and why and got us feeling better"
"Dr. Stinneford was kind, patient, and thorough. I felt like he listened to my issue, and asked questions to get an overall evaluation of my issues not just my gut! He came up with multiple suggestions for my continued care. I highly recommend Dr. Stinneford."
"This was my first experience with Dr Pillai, it has been extremely satisfactory. He is a caring person to start with and is also my sonās doctor too. My experience with Dr Pillai is always satisfying. He is caring physician."
"Dr Stinneford is a fantastic doctor! I have seen him for many years. He literally has been a lifesaver to me! I have chrons disease and he is always available for questions, and takes time to explain the complexities of my disease. He is a caring and respectful person who gives 110% of himself to his patients. He also has a wonderful sense of humor. If you choose to go with Dr. Stinneford I'm sure you will not be disappointed š"
"Dr. Godambe was very helpful she answered all my questions and gave good advice on how to treat my acid reflux."
"Dr. Pillai is a excellent doctor he is thorough caring an instrumental in working as a team with his patient he lets you know ahead of time exactly what's going to occur and why he shares his plan for your care with you as treatment progresses"
"Dr. Stinneford and his staff are the best. Easy to get a quick appointment and answer al medical questions and concerns professionally and and personal. I give them and A++++++!"
"This was my first visit with this doctor. Very pleased with her attitude towards my and her attention to my concerns."
"Dr. Dorfmeister was amazing! She was compassionate, understanding, and listened to my concerns."
"DrPillai is amazing - he is attentive, informative, and so compassionate! How many doctors would personally call you on a Friday night to provide update or results? Sure appointments are tough, but he is worth the wait."
"Dr stinneford is one of the best Doctor I came across. I I had the pleasure of meeting him twice. Once for my pre screen and then for my endoscopy. It was the best service and care provided to me in every way possible. I felt really special and satisfied with his services. normally donāt write reviews but what a great experience. Thank you Dr James for everything."
"The staff was great and compassionate... they truly care about your care! Highly suggested!!"
"Dr Sun always makes me feel at ease."
"Excellent doctor. She listened and gave me good medical advice."
"I am a first time patient of Dr Losurdo and the Illinois Gatro Group. Purpose of visit - colonoscopy. Office staff is very professional, helpful and followed extreme care related to COVID. My initial appointment with Dr Losurdo was very thorough. Setting up appointment for the procedure was done immediately after appointment and I left office knowing exactly what to expect and do to prepare from the prescription, COVID test, diet restrictions, all the way to day-of requirements. I ended up having to reschedule via phone and that was completed within 24 hrs of initial call to office. Office provides perfect level of reminders too. Day of procedure was orchestrated to perfection. I felt very cared for and my nurse Marti was a whiz at administering the IV (not a fan of needles). But the entire staff that day was amazing. I left with results in hand, followed up with the next day and primary doctor had results in hand within a day or two of procedure. A very well run office. I will be recommending Dr Losurdo and the team to all my friends who are delinquent in getting this very important procedure done and anyone else needing gastro care. Thank you all for taking such great care of me, see ya in 5 yrs."
"Dr. Stinneford and his team with Celina, Tracy, Amy and Rachael provided excellent care."
"Very personable friendly staff, Dr. Godambe is amazing, overall experience was excellent. Communication and treatment was top notch. Highly recommend!!!!"
"I have been the benefactor of Dr Gamblaās professional skills on a number of occasions. On each such occasion I have been impressed with his knowledge, his ability to communicate and his medical skills."
"The procedure went better than I had expected. The doctor and all the staff were friendly, informative, and took care of me."
"Dr Sum is very thorough and does not rush you with any of your questions. Iām very satisfied with him and his office staff."
"I find doctor Godambe to be caring, sympathetic, and very intrested in taking care of her patients needs. To me she seems to be knowledgeable and listening to her patients needs comes up with a plan to be able to treat needs as needed. I would highly recommend her services to anyone."
"Dr. Dorfmeister is an excellent gastroenterologist! Iāve suffered with GI issues most of my life due to Scleroderma. Been to many GI Drs in reputable medical centers in and around the Chicago area. Dr. Dorfmeister has helped me control many of my symptoms by her knowledge in the disease. Iām so glad I found her!"
"This practice is very knowledgeable, professional as well as, concerned with the well being of its patients. I highly recommend this practice as well as Dr. Sun. I have been seeing him for many many years."
"A most professional group with a professional atmosphere. From the greeting at registration (Celina), to admission recovery nurse (Diane, go Disney), to procedure nurse (Traci) and procedure tech (Karen) you will know that you have selected the best location for your procedure. Dr Stinneford and nurse anesthetist Lynn are the best. Thanks you all to another most enjoyable visit. 5 stars are insufficient."
"Dr Stinneford was awesome! Made me feel at ease on the first visit. Thatās usually the scariest one. No surprises! I recommend Dr Stiinneford."
"My wife Pat had her stomach scoped in June & Dr. Stenniford , the nurses and the support staff were outstanding. They explained everything and made sure she was comfortable though the whole procedure. First class facility and staff."
"As is usual, his tele-meeting was fruitful and time saving. I was able to have any of my questions answered and confirm my health situation. Always confident of his assessment of me."
"Dr. Godambe is a very nice and personal person. She made sure I understood everything that was going to happen and what will happen in the future. Made sure all questions were answered. She cares about her patients."
"She is a caring practioner, a good listener and though very very busy, always available if you have any problem or concerns and above all she is master of her craft ( profession)"
"Great experience, friendly service"
"This was my first web cam experience and since I didn't need an exam we were able to discuss my condition is improving."
"Being new to the area, I asked my PCP for a GI recommendation framed as "where would you direct your wife if she needed such care?" He suggested Dr. Joseph and I concur with the other positive comments. I appreciated the step wise approach to a recent flare and being given plenty of information to consider at each decision point. Very thorough. Also, terrific nursing staff - caring, responsive and personable to boot."
"Dr. James Stinneford is the kindest, most competent, caring physician I am a patient of. Thank you for your outstanding care."
"There was excellent communication between Dr. Dorfmeister, the anesthesiologists, the nurses and other office personnel. I would highly recommend the team"
"Dr. Joseph is an amazing doctor and professional. He was very thorough, patient and respectful. The office was very understanding and helpful especially in this trying pandemic time. I would highly recommend Dr. Joseph."
"Dr Joseph Losurdo, is an awesome dr, caring, patient and professional. The staff and nurses are also very caring. Was able to get an appointment very quickly. Highly recommend Illinois Gastroentology."
"Dr. Sun was very easy going and took his time with explaining my colonoscopy results. He really explained everything that was going on and gave me two of his best treatment options which he ultimately left for me to decide. He was very welcoming and you can see how all of his experience has shaped him by just having one conversation with him"
"Everything was great at the Endo Center. Dr Dorfmeister spent a whopping 5 minutes with me. She came in before the procedure to introduce herself. After the procedure she spent an additional 2-3 minutes telling me what had happened. I was still a bit out of it from the anesthesia and would have appreciated it if she would have waited a bit longer to come in and tell me about the what she found/didn't find during the procedure. She didn't explain anything about what she found. Because of COVID - no one was allowed to be there with me - so I had to try and take in what the Dr. said on my own. I sure miss Dr. Kosinski who spent as much time with me as I wanted. The nurses were fantastic."
"This was my first web cam experience and since I didn't need an exam we were able to discuss my condition is improving."
"I had my appointment with Dr.Sun. We accomplished a great deal. I donāt have to come back for a while. I donāt have to have any procedures for at least a year."
"Great staff and compassionate and Effective Doctors!"
"Dr. Gambla is great! Knowledgeable, professional, personable, and caring. He and his staff made the best of a very uncomfortable situation for me. I highly recommend him and the Illinois Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center!"
"Dr Sun is extremely bright and a fantastic doctor!"
"Dr. Pillai is very knowledgeable and explained me everything that i needed to know and treatment options about my condition. Very straightforward doctor. Iām blessed to have him as my doctor."
"I have been seeing Dr. Joseph for 12 years. I feel very comfortable and cared for in his office."
"Dr. Joseph was personal, professional and made me feel very welcome. I saw him as a pre colonoscopy endoscopy patient and feel comfortable having him provide the procedures."
"Dr Stinneford is a very kind and passionate man and explains the situation. Sharon Baky is s very nice nurse."
"The girls were very friendly and helpful and Dr. Losurdo was very informative explained everything to me and gave me options. Dr. Losurdo was very professional and very courteous."
"Dr. Joseph is wonderful! I have great confidence in his knowledge and expertise, heās compassionate and friendly. His staff is awesome too!"
"I travel from Glen Ellyn because the staff and Dr. Pillai are outstanding. They rock ."
"Great experience with Dr. Losurdo. All my questions were answered and he spends a great amount of time with the patient. The staff is very welcoming!"
"I am so pleased with ALL aspects of this outstanding practice. From the minute you walk in, youāre treated with smiles and professionalism. Dr Stinneford is very knowledgeable and takes his time as he explains his thoughts and his plan to move forward. Always an excellent experience."
"Short wait. Pleasant office environment. Concise diagnosis with clear follow up instructions. A very knowledgeable doctor who only orders necessary testing. I am very happy to have him as my new GI!"
"Dr. Stinneford is very caring, very professional. I have been seeing him for several years and have recommended him many times."
"The only thing I didn't,t like was that. At last visiting area smell like room full of room deoderizer I have allergies to most fragrances most cause cause headaches. Some people have a much worse reaction in that they throat closes up. I mentioned my issues and felt as if my concerns were ignored. Werth reaction headache can ,t be treated you just suffer through it all day."