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.
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"Dr. Cooley takes time to listen to my concerns and explain things fully to me. He has been very helpful to me. I highly recommend him."
"Dr was very patient listened to the problems, asked questions to understand the problem. He explained the next steps clearly and very kind."
"Extremely satisfied. Great bedside manner and sense of humor. Systematically analyzed problem, determines best course of action. Clearly understands the little and big picture. Appreciate his knowledge and experience. Highly recommend"
"Excellent, very knowledgeable about the entire process needed, answered all questions, very quickly settled me down- highly-qualified ,"
"Dr. Cooley is very personable and willing to take his time to discuss all of your concerns. Never ever felt rushed. Staff is also very good."
"Awesome"
"Very competent and compassionate care. All questions answered fully. There was no sense of being rushed."
"Dr.Cooley has been my doctor for several years now and I have the utmost respect for him. Does not get in a hurry when talking with him. Takes the time to answer any questions I may have and will make sure I understand the answers. Very caring and dedicated. Highly recommend Dr. Cooley."
"Great doctor, sincerely cares about the health of his patients. Rare these days."
"Listened comprehensively, thoroughly reviewed all prior evaluations and arrived at a resounding course of action!"
"Dr. Cooley is very compassionate and thorough in his visits, evaluation, and recommendations. I highly recommend him."
"Dr. Cooley prepared very well before seeing me. He will go over my chart on notes he had from prior visit history. I really appreciate he spent the time to answer my questions. I would recommend Dr. Cooley to my friends."
"I am a new patient to Dr. Cooley. I chose him for a routine procedure. The first time I met him he took extended time with me. He was very familiar with my health history. He also took time to get to know me personally . He is an excellent communicator. I felt like I was on the type of doctors’s visit you would experience years ago when they would take time and get to know you. I’m very impressed with Dr. Cooley and his staff! I believe I made an excellent choice."
"The absolute best physician I’ve had in my adult life. Personable, caring and comprehensive. Always concerned with my total health care."
"My parents have been going to Dr. Cooley for years. He is very honest and compassionate to his patients, while at the same time quite humorous! He takes time to listen to all details. We never feel rushed. We love Dr. Cooley and his staff!"
"I have been having some stomach issues for a while now and finally went to see Dr. Brian Cooley . He was very knowledgeable and friendly. He definitely took the time to explain what was going on, the tests he was going to do, and next steps. I ended up having to get a colonoscopy, which wasn’t awesome but not too bad. I am very glad I went to see Dr. Cooley and will definitely continue to see him. If you are having GI problems, I would definitely recommend to my family and friends"
"Dr Cooley is one of the kindest, most compassionate Gastroenterologists you will find. His bedside manners are impeccable and he can make the most uncomfortable conversations, comfortable. He cared for my Dad and now cares for me. I would send anyone I knew who wanted a doctor who will do everything to correctly diagnose and address any GI issues to trust him as the expert for your care. I whole heartedly praise him for easing angst through navigating complex GI issues. He treats the cause, not the symptoms. We love Dr Cooley!"
"Dr. Cooley is the best, he is very personable, he listens carefully and explains the diagnosis and treatment in detail."
"Dr Cooley’s office staff is so wonderful! When I met with Dr Cooley, he has the best bedside personality. Dr. Cooley listens very good and asks questions He’s honest, which is what I like the best!"
"Excellent service. Doctor is extremely helpful. He spend enough time to examine you thoroughly and discuss in detail with the patient."
"Very caring, down to earth doc with a lot of knowledge that he shares without seeming condescending. Definitely recommend Dr Cooley!"
"Amazing doctor ❤️ always asks how you feel and even makes small talk. Highly recommended 👌"
"I had been scheduled for an examination with Dr Cooley by my Primary Care Physician. From the moment my appointment was confirmed to when I walked out of his office everything went extremely well. Communication from his Office regarding my appointment was excellent, on arrival his staff were excellent as they assisting me in ensuring my paperwork was in order. Dr Cooley himself had a congenial manner, professional in his approach to how he interviewed me to get a greater understanding on what symptoms I had. After examining me he explained in terms that were clear and understandable of what the next step would be. He swiftly scheduled me for a CT Scan for next day. Overall I had a very positive experience from my visit to Dr Cooley and I’d strongly recommend him to anyone who needs a GI Specialist."
"Dr. Cooley has performed my four colonoscopy in the last 20 years. He and his staff are professional and efficient. He and/or his staff answer my questions thoroughly to my satisfaction. I feel like I am in good hands going to him."
"I have been going to Dr. Cooley for years and I've always received the best of care. He is easy to talk to, has the best bed side manner and is very thorough. His nurse, Tammy, is great as is all of his office and clinical staff."
"Dr. Cooley is an excellent doctor!! I appreciate so much how thorough he is— listening and documenting my health issues — which allow him to see patterns of concern. He looks at the whole picture. I had a CT yesterday, and results sent to me today! How refreshing is that kind of patient care!! And too, he is very personable, easy to converse with and one in whom I trust after having been under his care for several years. Virginia Armstrong"
"It’s very comforting to find a Doctor that will sit and talk with you about your health issues. Dr Cooley did that with me. I had an issue five years ago and he went out of his way to recover my records to see what had happened. Later that day, he sent me a message stating he read a 720 page report and for me not to worry that I would be in good hands. I would highly recommend Dr Brain Cooley he will take time to get to know you. Thanks Dr Cooley. LRG"
"Dr. Cooley is the most caring physician who will spend as much time with you as needed. My husband recently passed away and he took the time to let me talk about my loss before we discussed my reason for seeing him. I only wish he were my GP. His staff are friendly and always helpful. I highly recommend Dr. Cooley if you are ever in need of a Gastroenterologist."
"Dr Cooley is an amazing doctor with a wonderful and personable demeanor to set you at ease. Hands down, he is one of the best doctor’s I’ve ever seen."
"This was my first visit to Dr. Cooley’s office. I found to be very personable and extremely thorough. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs to see a gastroenterologist."
"I usually hate go to doctor office , it just my nature but working with doctor Cooley made me I’m the one calling his office to see him and speak with him about my health ,he is One of the best doctor"
"Dr Cooley's office and staff are great. From the time you enter and until you leave you are treated like you are the most important person in the world. Staff and Dr are very efficient and knowledgeable. Everyone is very kind and upbeat. I have had very positive experiences with this medical practice and would recommend them to others."
"I have known Dr. Cooley for more than 10 years. He has always been very through and complete. Most recently, he has been helping me to find a solution to internal problems caused by previous incomplete medical work. I recommend Dr. Cooley."
"I can't say enough about Dr. Cooley. He's simply the best. He and his staff took an amazing care of me when I needed them to determine my health issue. Dr. Brian Cooley explains things well and his staff follows up on the treatment plan. You're really in good hands the minute you walk into his office."
"Experience was great, Dr. Cooley is awesome!"
"Dr. Cooley is wonderful. He listens and then recommends what is in his patient's best interests. Compassionate and competent. You feel better just talking to him."
"Dr. Cooley was very thorough and took time to review the history and was prepared for the visit. I never felt rushed and he answered all my questions."
"The dr has great bedside manners."
"My infrequent visits with Dr. Cooley were for colonoscopies spaced years apart until after one preliminary exam in 2017 he requisitioned an abdominal ultrasound which revealed a large mass on a kidney. I'm sure Dr. Cooley's suspicion and initiative in pursuing this made a significant difference in the positive outcome 5 years later. His knowledge of the complete digestive system is complemented by an attitude that's not just a bedside manner but appears to be a natural sense of empathy for a patient health."
"I will recommend my family and friends to see Dr Cooley, he is very professional and friendly,he listened to my health needs and wasn’t in a rush..I liked that.It seemed as he knew me already,I was very comfortable there..Thanks."
"Dr. Cooley and his staff are amazing. They take the time to explain test results. I always feel comfortable and know that they will take care of me. I highly recommend Dr. Cooley."
"Dr. Cooley is wonderful. He has been a God sent to me. He is one of the best physicians I’ve ever been to and he listened to me every time. I truly trust Dr. Cooley will help me find out and manage my condition. Thank you Dr.Cooley!"
"Dr. Cooley got me in for an appointment quickly when I needed it and went over important information about the reason for my visit. He spent time discussing my problem and gave me solutions to remedy the situation. He was friendly and helpful. His staff was also pleasant. I highly recommend Dr. Cooley as a Gastroenterologist."
"Dr. Cooley has cared for me for a couple if decades. He has always been professional and caring. He takes the time to ask the questions that help him know his patients. My husband goes to him too. He has earned our trust. Patient, Evelyn Shaw. Well, it's now December of 2021 and I still find Dr. Cooley to be professional, knowledgeable, and ever so helpful with my digestive issues. He is able to really listen closely, and understand my health problems, thereby, I receive the care I need. Evelyn Shaw 4/6/22 I have seen Dr Cooley again. He always listens to my issues and gives me his honest opinion. When in doubt he does not hesitate to order tests. Then there's a direction and he provides guidance. Evelyn Shaw"
"Lucky I have Dr. Cooley for a doctor. Excellent man and physician."
"Dr. Cooley is extremely professional and knowledgeable while being down to earth and very easy to talk to."
"Dr. Cooley made me feel very comfortable. He was very knowledgeable about my medical history and knew exactly what needed to be done medically."
"I am not one to go to the doctor but felt it was needed with test results I had. Dr Cooley had great bedside manor. Just made me feel comfortable to be there and explained things so that I could understand them. This staff is very responsive to questions a concerns. I highly recommend him for any GI issues"
"Dr Cooley is very thorough and thoughtful in his diagnosis. He has a good sense of humor which I enjoy!"
"I've been a patient of Dr. Cooley's for years. He's the best! He takes the time to explain what needs explaining in terms understood by the non-MD public. And he has a great sense of humor, to boot. His office staff are always pleasant and professional as well."
"Dr Cooley is very personable and very precise in his diagnosis Vod any and all concerns you have"
"Dr. Cooley is a very compassionate and thorough physician. He made me feel as though I was his only patient the day I first met him. He took his time to hear my concerns and involved me in deciding our plan of action to find answers. I know I am in good hands with Dr. Cooley."
"Dr. Cooley and his staff are exceptional! This was my 3rd examination by them due to my family history of colon disease and each time they have taken care of me as if it was my first time. They make my health and comfort paramount to assure everything is right!"
"Dr. Cooley listened to all of my concerns and answered all questions I had. He explained everything regarding my procedure and let me know I could contact him at any time if I had any other questions for him. Very friendly and made me feel very comfortable."
"Excellent physician"
"Everyone was very nice and made sure I was set up for the Dr. visit. Very nice Doctor, ask questions, listens, didn't rush, and made me feel very comfortable on my first appointment with him."
"Very professional"
"The procedure was done thoroughly and with a caring and patient staff. I highly recommend Dr. Cooley."
"Dr. Cooley and his team are the best. They accommodated a schedule mistake I made and the procedure also went very well. Highly recommend Dr. Cooley and his staff!"
"Dr. Cooley is amazing. He is nice and cares about his patients. My mother had cancer when she was 33 and is a survivor. She has been going to Dr. Cooley ever since. I started seeing him when I was 23 due to the possibility of having cancer. His office does a great job and they are friendly and take good care of you!!"
"Dr. Cooley is a very compassionate and thorough physician. He made me feel as though I was his only patient the day I first met him. He took his time to hear my concerns and involved me in deciding our plan of action to find answers. I know I am in good hands with Dr. Cooley."
"Great experience and Dr. Cooley made me laugh. Easy peasy."
"Dr Cooley was courteous and kind.. He provided before and after care excellently. I would recommend him and his team to all I can."
"I have been going to DHAT for colonoscopies for many years. I am now 74. You will not find better care in and out of the procedure room or a better doctor in the state of Texas. Dr. Cooley is the best. I'm not a fan of the procedure, but I no longer have any stress over it. Note: Doctor Cooley and I share the same name but we are not related."
"Dr. Cooley and his team excelled at all aspects of the service. They provided detailed instructions on preparation and what to expect on the operations. Every step was carefully planned and checked. The nurses were caring and skillful. The doctors were personable and showed a good command of the procedures. I felt relaxed and well taken care of. Dr. Cooley is an excellent doctor."
"I have been to Dr. Cooley for about 30 years for acid reflux, colonoscopies .....he is very caring, attentive and a very knowledgeable/experienced. His staff are exceptional. I will highly recommend his practice. Retired engineer T.I./NASA, President 1860HOA HTNA.ORG"
"Dr. Cooley is a great doctor. He takes the time to really explain/teach you about condition or surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Cooley!!"
"Dr. Cooley is a great doctor and knows his stuff. Comforting to know there are still doctors who listen and don't go down the process of elimination and has the experience to know whats up based on what you tell him. He asks questions and gets to the heart of the matter."
"Dr. Cooley and his staff do all that they can to make the process as smooth and with as little inconvenience as possible."
"I selected Dr. Cooley due to the high marks he had received from previous patients' experiences and my selection was fully justified. He is a mild mannered and caring GI doctor and along with his equally caring nursing & support staff, made sure I was fully informed of the procedure being done and communicated everything very well. I would HIGHLY recommend him and his practice to anyone looking for a GI doctor. Thank you Dr. Cooley!"
"Dr. Cooley and his staff are the best ever!! They have all been together for many, many years and have the warmest, most professional practice I have ever been to. Thank you all,,"
"Doctor Cooley has been treating me for 24 years and that speaks for itself. He has also treated both of my daughters family since 1997."
"Dr. Cooley is an amazing doctor. He listens, spends time with you, is always available through the portal, and is always willing to work with you. Tammy is a rockstar that always stays on top of things and is always available. Best people around and I won't go anywhere else for my GI needs."
"Very knowledgable and great bedside manner!"
"The Best Gastrointestinal Dr. I know of. He and his nursing, anesthesia and office staff are all so compassionate and caring that your visits there are less stressful and easier to get behind you. (Pun intended)"
"Great Service .. Great Staff members also.."
"I have been a patient of Dr. Colley's for many years. I have found him to be patient, kind and helpful in understanding my issues, finding the correct diagnosis and treatment plan. I would highly recommend him."
"Dr. Cooley diagnosed the problem and prescribed medication which alleviated the problem very quickly. He is a most respected physician and takes the time to listen to your problems."
"He has a great bedside manner which all Drs should have very through and thoughtful"
"very knowledgeable and "patient" with me as he explained the procedure and next steps. Excellent."
"Dr. Cooley is a GREAT doctor who makes sure that his patients understand all aspects of their procedure. He made special arrangements to see my husband asap since my husband was quite concerned about possible problems he was having. Dr. Cooley and his staff explained all procedures and results thoroughly to completely ease my husband's worries."
"Dr. Cooley and his staff are the best ever!! They have all been together for many, many years and have the warmest, most professional practice I have ever been to. Thank you all,,"
"Dr. Cooley always does an excellent job of explaining procedure results."
"Dr Cooley and his staff are very compassionate. I starting going to his practice in the late 1990's...book an appointment and let him help you feel better!"
"The entire staff and Dr. Cooley were extremely kind and attentive during my procedure. They put me at ease. I would absolutely recommend their services."
"Dr Cooley is very thorough, responsive and takes the safest approach first. My MIL feels very comfortable with Dr Cooley."
"Extremely friendly and caring staff"
"I have been a patient of Dr. Cooley's for many years. Besides being an exceptional gastroenterologist he shows a genuine concern of my overall health. I have always felt very comfortable conversing with him, and he listens as well as explains any medical issues that I may have. I wish all doctors were as great as he is!"
"I have seen Dr. Cooley for several years and would highly recommend him if you need a Gastroenterologist."
"Dr. Cooley is a fantastic Dr. to see. He is very easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. I would recommend him to everyone."
"Dr Cooley has been my GI doctor for 2.5 years. I've been seeing other GI doctors in other states and overseas for about 20 years. Other doctors have had trouble scoping me and I always woke up during the procedures with some pain. Dr. Cooley scoped me without any problems and I did not wake up during any of the procedures. Unfortunately. my last scope included a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Cooley was quick to get me into the office after the lab completed testing of biopsies and he explained the diagnosis to me and my family. He then referred me to an oncologist who was able to see me within two days so my treatment could begin quickly. I recommend Dr. Cooley and his staff without hesitation."
"Dr Cooley and his staff was wonderful with my first time colonoscopy. The staff was very professional and Dr Cooley had the best bedside matters. If you need to have the procedure my advise to you is to give him a try ......... love this office"
"Dr. Cooley was amazing while my daughter was in the hospital. He is very caring for the whole family."
"Dr Cooley and his staff are very professional, but they are also friendly, helpful, and empathetic. He has done a number of procedures on me, and each time I am very confident that he and his team will do a great job. I wish he could be my regular doc."
"I love Dr Cooley and his practice. Talking "GI issues" can be embarrassing, but when your doctor has the "poop emoji" as a clip on his jacket, that makes it easier. Dr Cooley has done multiple colonoscopies for me and has helped me with recurring issues. He is caring and easy to talk to. Would highly recommend him."
"This was my second visit with Dr. Cooley for a Colonoscopy! As in the past, I was treated with the utmost courtesy by the receptionists, nurses and other staff members assisting in the procedure. Dr. Cooley spoke with me afterwards, detailing the results of the procedure in a very professional manner, assuring that I understood everything about his findings and the next level of treatment involved. I recommend Dr. Cooley highly!"
"Dr. Cooley and his staff are wonderful. I always feel they take very good care of me and keep me informed the entire way through"
"I appreciate the level of Dr. Cooley’s knowledge and experience in his field. Most importantly, is his respect for one’s decision toward their healthcare. Whether it’s of religious nature / not."
"Dr. Cooley is very calm and detail oriented. I would highly recommend Dr. Cooley."
"Dr. Cooley is a physician who is kind, attentive, and extremely thorough. You will leave his office knowing you can trust him, and know you are in excellent hands."
"I had a colonoscopy done, I was unconscious during the process and I felt fine afterwards, so get er done son!"
"I have been seeing Dr. Cooley for several years and have always has a good experience with him and his staff. When I was in the hospital for colon surgery, Dr. Cooley was the only doctor, of all the doctors I had visiting me, that actually reviewed all my records and looked at my total condition and was concerned with my overall condition. It was very refreshing and encouraging to have a medical professional tracking my overall health and condition. I would very highly recommend Dr. Cooley for any and all gastronomical needs."
"Dr Cooley is the best doctor of my 65 years. He is more than a GE. He looks at my overall health. He handles issues that my primary care physician will tend to ignore. He is a straightforward communicator, takes time to ask questions and listen. I highly recommend him."
"Meet with the Dr & he was very detailed in reviewing my records & in the end recommended an endoscopy. I had the procedure & it was handled very efficiently & professional by a very friendly staff. I would definitely recommend this practice!"
"Dr. Cooley and the staff are extremely professional and very caring. They make sure all patient needs are met."
"Dr Colley is great with exam and explaining any situation. Very professional and caring as well as an excellent staff."
"Extremely interested in helping me as a patient. Very detailed and does a considerable amount of research to assist me as his patient and help me better understand my issues. I highly recommend Dr. Cooley for those who want a serious doctor that actually helps his patients."
"Dr Cooley takes a lot of time in a consultation; he is thorough and caring"
"Dr. Cooley and Staff were very kind, helpful and professional. At first diagnosis, his observation was correct and I felt better within a few days! Now it is up to me to maintain a lifestyle change and follow his guidelines that he will map out in the near future . I would definitely recommend Dr. Cooley!"
"Dr. Cooley has been my doctor for many years and I have undergone several procedures there. He is very personable and thorough in all that he does as are all the people who work in his practice."
"Happy with my decision and the care they provided, thanks again."
"Wonderful doctor! Great experience here I highly recommend him!!"
"Dr. Cooley has been my doctor for many years. His manner is considerate and treats patients with respect and patience. I am confident when I see him that I will will get expert and be treated with kindness. I have and will continue to recommend him to friends and family."
"Dr. Cooley was an excellent service provider. Many thanks go to him!"
"Dr. Cooley performed my first Colonoscopy. To say I was nervous and aprehensive would be saying it lightly. Him and his staff from the initial phone call to the procedure itself was a breeze and made me feel relaxed and calm through it all. I am very thankful for Dr. Cooley and his staff's professionalism and stress free atmosphere. Thank you Dr. Cooley. See you in five years."
"Great staff. Dr Cooley is excellent."
"Great service in and out fast"
"Dr. Cooley is marvelous. i wouldn't think of trusting any other doctor with my health."
"I have been going to Dr. Cooley for over 20 yrs. He and his staff all treat you like family. The office is very nice as well as the surgery center. I have always felt very comfortable and well treated. He truly cares about his patients! If I moved away from this area I would continue to come back to Dr. Cooley."
"My wife had her colonoscopy w/ Dr. Cooley & he she could not have been more pleased. Everything went extremely well. The consultation appointment was also wonderful: Dr. Cooley spent almost an hour discussing various health concerns, explaining the procedure, and getting to know her. He is one of the best doctors we've seen in 40 years!"
"The upper endoscopy was well preformed in late March. I'm still hurting, I have a follow 5/30."
"Dr. Cooley is wonderful. He really took the time to assess my symptoms as well as possible causes. I was very nervous about having an endoscopy, but he was reassuring everything would go smoothly and it did. I'm very grateful to have found him."
"Dr. Cooley is absolutely the kindest and most caring person and I highly recommend him for anyone needing a Gastroenterologist. I have been a patient of his for many years and I cannot fathom having a endoscopy or colonoscopy with anyone else!"
"We have an outstanding experience with Dr Cooley and his office staff. We recommend him with no reservation."
"Dr. Cooley is a very personable and caring physician. He diagnosed and treated my GERD problem very efficiently. When I had gall bladder problems and symptoms, though, he did not carry through with a diagnosis. I finally went to my primary who performed a positive HIDA test, then to another GI doctor to do the surgery."
