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.
"Dr Carl, very professional. Listens and provides direction. Whole practice very professional and personable Thanks for being here for us"
"Dr. Calandra is excellent and always caring."
"Such a simple experience from start to finish. Dr. Calandra and his entire team were amazing, highly recommend!!"
"Dr. Calandra is professional, thorough, and personable. The procedure went smoothly with good results. Based on this experience as well as previous ones, I trust him and would not hesitate to recommend him to others."
"Dr Calandra and his staff are 10 stars. The prep staff i give 2 stars. My wait and the communication about when i go in was very drawn out. i was told i was going in right away because someone cancelled. 2 hours later im still waiting. Then they told me they were only 30 minutes late when it was over an hour. But why tell me to come in early???"
"Highly recommend Dr Calandra and his team. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful."
"Very good Doctor always comfortable seeing him."
"Been going to Dr. Calandra for a long time now. I have a strong family history of colon cancer. I find his staff very friendly and supportive. Dr. Calandra has a great bedside manner and very approachable. That is hard to find with a doctor of his expertise. I would recommend this facility highly."
"Great doctor who listens and acts on your complaints"
"Wonderful office! The doctor and his staff were professional, straightforward and extremely friendly. I highly recommend them."
"Very professional and friendly Doctor šš»"
"Very professional and knowledgeable. Spent all the time I needed to answer questions."
"The best care ever. Dr Carl and his staff were all professional and caring. Everything was explained and the process couldnāt have been easier. Everyone made me feel comfortable and I cannot recommend them enough. Please do yourself a favor and call them now!!!"
"Everything went great"
"The service was amazing!!!! Dr was theeeeee best!!! All the 5 star reviews are exactly accurate!!"
"Great experience! Friendly staff, appointment on time, very clean and organized office, Dr Calandra answered all my questions and resolved my problem. Would recommend Dr Calandra and your office with no reservations !"
"Very knowledgeable anf skilled. Great with patient questions and at providing simple and easy to understand explanations."
"Great team take care of everyone and every aspect of your needs. I have only positive thoughts about this team and they made you feel good even if you need to have some unpleasant moments during your exam. Thank you so much Dr. Calandra and team!"
"I was a little bit uneasy with the idea of having a colonoscopy in the doctors office. No longer! , the staff made the experience pleasant if you would ever consider a colonoscopy pleasant. Dr Calandra was right..is where you wanna have it done. Very accommodative , moving forward This is the only Gi group for me. Dr.Calandra you and your staf are The Best! Thanks again and God Bless you and your staff. Stace"
"Dr Calandra listened to my complaints and then explained what to do to help me. He was a good listener"
"My experience was exactly what I had hoped for. Everyone from the first person I was greeted by to all staff including the nurse and doctor were very professional and explained everything to me. They made me feel comfortable and I was taken on time and the procedure went well and they kept me comfortable most importantly. I would definitely recommend this office to anyone needing a colonoscopy and I will be back when needed."
"Extremely satisfied, staff is very professional, made my experience very positive. Would highly recommend."
"Dr. Calandea!! You and your team are absolutely quality at its best!! Outstanding job to all of the ladies in the office, I don't know them all by name because I'm bad with names, fantastic job to your team members and their preparations. You and your team members deserve a standing applause šš for quality personality,skills and education and outstanding professional!!!! Thank you"
"Dr Calendra and his team are very professional and with exceptional personal care. Really appreciate their services."
"Have been using Dr. Calandra for quite a few years and found him to be very personable and caring."
"Dr Calandra and his staff have always made the process easy and convenient. Thankful for them all"
"I have used Dr. Calandra for over 15 years and he is very good and communicative if you have any issues . He is thoughtful and personable."
"Great experience. Wonderful, friendly staff"
"super nice doctor and experience."
"Wonderful care. Thank you"
"Wonderful staff. Dr Calandra is very personable and makes you feel comfortable from the moment he introduces himself. Everything was streamlined and easy. I also did not feel like I was just a body, they truly cared about you and your well-being."
"I had a very good experience, The staff were very professional, they asked me lots of questions and when it came to the procedure Dr Chandra did an excellent job. I went home feeling great."
"Wonderful staff. Dr Calandra is very personable and makes you feel comfortable from the moment he introduces himself. Everything was streamlined and easy. I also did not feel like I was just a body, they truly cared about you and your well-being."
"I had a very good experience, The staff were very professional, they asked me lots of questions and when it came to the procedure Dr Chandra did an excellent job. I went home feeling great."
"Amazing experience!! Dr. Calandra listened to all my problems and put me on new meds after dealing with Gerd. He is one of a kind.."
"Thank you Dr Calandra for everything š"
"Great experience. Kind, caring physician and very professional. Grateful for Dr. Calandra."
"Thanks to Dr. Carl Calandra, D.O. his staff and the staff at Anita Advent Hospital, my colonoscopy procedure was performed very well & successfully! My entire experience from scheduling, to preparation &the actual procedure was professional, courteous, timely & successful/ Iām grateful to everyone involved, signed, Lonnie Walker!"
"I had a very positive experience with the service I received."
"Professional and respectful attitude. Very competent physician and staff"
"First rate start to finish! Amazing friendly team!"
"Dr. Calandra is my new gastroenterologist, replacing DrJanda, who had recently retired. Upon meeting Dr Calandra for the first time, I was very happy to see that the doctor will be excellent and no change from the fine service received from my previous doctor. Dr Calandraās demeanor and care were terrific. He researched and knew of my history before I came to see him, a very positive sign. His preparation was very comforting and I definitely can tell that I will have a wonderful replacement for Dr Janda. For those who read this and are seeking a new gastroenterologist, my first impressions are extremely positive. I look forward to the same care and service from a terrific man in Dr Calandra."
"Double charged on one order"
"DR CALANDRA DID NOT AGREE WITH THE FIRST UPPER GI & BIOPSIES. HE.FELT THERE WAS A REAL PROBLEM & HE WAS RIGHT. A MONTH OR SO LATER HE DID A SECOND SET OF TESTS & FOUND CANCER. I WILL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL TO HIM FOR SAVING TOMS LIFE. . TOM IS NOW CANCER FREE."
"From the point of booking my appointment all the way through post procedure recovery Doctor Calandra and his team made sure I was prepared, informed and comfortable with my first colonoscopy. The nursing staff walked me through every detail of the procedure and made sure all my questions were answered and Dr. Calandra met with me before and after to let me know what to expect and then share my results and field questions. I never felt rushed, was always kept up to speed with timing and the bed blankets had even been warmed. The service and care were beyond my expectations. I let my wife know this is the team to see when her time comes. Thanks for keeping me informed, calming my nerves and making this the best experience possible."
"I was recommended to Dr Calandra by a friend after having a hard time making an appointment where I had my last procedure. The appointment process was easy and I was able to schedule an appointment at a time that worked for me. Everyone I dealt with was friendly and professional. From the receptionist, nurses and anesthesiologist- I felt in good care. Dr Calandra came in before and introduced himself and talked about the plan and put me at ease. After he came back in to give me results and answer any questions I had. I was on my way home within 1 hour of my appointment time. I also received an email with details of my visit. The whole process was easy and Iād definitely recommend Dr Calandra and his practice."
"Great friendly team."
"Great experience from pre-procedure instructions and care throughout the entire procedure. Such caring and informative staff, grat interaction with Dr. Calandra, and post-procedure follow up. I was recommended by my own pcp and I work in the medical field, and I was very impressed with the entire care team."
"Great experience. Nurses very kind and nice. I felt very comfortable with everyone and the Dr is great. Thank you all so much!!"
"Great Team the Doctor has over there!!"
"Scheduling is a very difficult and time consuming process with actual appointments running about 3 months out. But once you arrive for the appointment, itās a flawless and extremely efficient process."
"Carl is very down to earth and makes you feel at ease from the moment you meet him. Nothing say comfort like a guy gonna be deep in your rectum like a warm handshake and calming demeanor."
"Dr. Calendar and his staff were courteous and very professional. Dr. Calendar made me feel at ease and explained the procedure and findings before and after it was completed..I highly recommend!"
"Seamless process with extremely professional doctor and nurses"
"Good experience. Staff is friendly and professional. Dr. Calandra is great he doesn't rush you he listened to me and answered my questions."
"Very caring and professional group of people took care of me."
"Very happy with the office and doctor"
"He is an excellent, caring doctor."
"Fantastic physician. Caring, compassionate, professional, and takes the time with the patient to ensure they're needs are met. Highly recommended!"
"Dr Calandra is thorough, gentle, kind, and is an excellent doctor."
"Dr.Calandra is a really nice doctor. He is easy to talk to and explains his course of treatment very well."
"Everybody here was phenomenal. The staff was so friendly and helpful and Dr was absolutely magnificent made you feel so relaxed from the moment he walked in the room."
"I I was very pleased meeting with Dr Calandra he answered all of my questions which were many with kindness and directness and I appreciated his good humor and felt satisfied"
"Even under construction their new offices not an eyesore."
"Everything went very smoothly! They're very good at keeping in touch and reminding you about your appointment and giving precise instructions. Thank you for the quick and easy colonoscopy experience! š"
"Dr. Calandra is a very knowledgeable and personable doctor who I would highly recommend. He cares about his patients well being."
"I had a great experience, friendly and knowledgeable"
"Dr Calandra makes the whole colonoscopy experience very pleasant. He is the consummate professional. I highly recommend him."
"My doctor and staff were very professional and kind. It was my first visit and I felt comfortable."
"Dr. Calandra has taken extremely good care of me and my husband for many years. The staff that works with him is very kind and patient. They are the best of the best."
"great professional service"
"Very positive experience. Staff professional, friendly & clear communication"
"One of the many qualities I like about Dr Calandra is he comes in and does not seem to be in a hurry and makes you feel like a person not just a number. He takes the time to ask questions and listens to what you have to say. His staff is also very friendly. Excellent Dr."
"My experience getting my first colonoscopy was easy. Took a while after scheduling for my appointment, but my time at the clinic was a breeze. They made sure I was comfortable and the nurses and Dr Calandra made sure I was fully informed of the procedure and answered all of my questions. I would definitely recommend this clinic for anyone scheduling a colonoscopy."
"NP Jolene was great! Answered my questions and was able to provide thorough information regarding my GI issues. I had an endoscopy done by Dr. Calandra. From the RN, to Barb the anesthesiologist, and the rest of the staff was great! They made me feel so comfortable and eased my anxiety. Thank you so much!"
"DR CALENDRA AND THE PEOPLE AT HIS OFFICE ARE JUST WONDERFUL. THEY REALLY CARE ABOUT THEIR PATIENTS AND THAT IS SO REASSURING WHEN YOU ARE ILL."
"Very friendly staff . Short wait period to see the Dr. Dr. Calandra explained the next steps options and the reason the biopsy should be done."
"Dr. Calandra is a wonderful doctor. Not the most pleasant procedure to have done but he puts you and ease and makes it easy. The entire staff is top notch. The nurse megan was great. Thank you all !!!!"
"Great people. Great service. Easy in, easy out. Excellent care!"
"Dr Calandra uses clear and engaging conversation to explain things. However, I have 1 important complaint. Front desk staff should ditch the essential oil diffuser. I have severe allergies to fragrances and left the appointment with a terrible sinus headache"
"Very good"
"It was very pleasant"
"Listened to all my comments and provided excellent care"
"It was an absolute pleasure to meet Dr. Calandra. His patience and sweetness are beyond calming. He took his time to come again just to meet with me since I was not at my grandmother's bedside the first time. He listens to the patient, not just asking questions and, most importantly, finding a solution. I recommend his services."
"Wonderful"
"Was very happy Dr. Explained everything and answered all my questions"
"Dr. Calandra is the best. Great staff, clean office, and great combination of personality and brains. Amazing bedside manner. Highly recommend!"
"Dr. Calandra is a doctor you can trust. Itās obvious from his bedside manner that he clearly cares for your health. He answers all questions and provides the necessary reassurance on how to move forward. He and his team provide excellent care."
"Perfect Professional Experience! Communications exact, New Prep protocol easily managed. Procedure quick & thorough! Everyone in Dr. Carl Calandra; D.O. office- youāre da Best , I Thank You All !"
"I came in today for a consultation with Dr. Calandra. Heās been my GI go to guy for quite awhile. After my concerns which he answered on laymanās terms. I was more than satisfied. I had mentioned to him that my wife was having issues and that I thought she needed to come in sooner than her mid September appointment. He introduced me to Jenny makes the appointments for him and the other doctors there. Jenny was so nice and accommodating, she found an appointment that had canceled and now my wife can see him tomorrow. Jenny and Dr. Calandra , Thank you. You and your staff are the very best !"
"Dr. Calandra is a great doctor in every aspect. I would highly recommend him!"
"My experience with Dr. Carl and office staff. Very ,kind,patient and listen very attentively to my concerns."
"Best medical service I have received! Pre-op, post-op, CRNA, and the doctor(Gina, Nikki, Julie, and Carl) - awesome!!!"
"Staff who take care of me during my procedure were very nice, professional, answered my questions and made sure I was comfortable. Dr. Calandra explained the procedure to me before and provided me with results after it was done . I highly recommend Dr. Calandra and his team!"
"Wonderful, caring experience. Front staff were kind and Dr. Calandra took his time to create a comprehensive plan."
"Good experience, great staff and very professional!"
"He listened and took the time to explain everything and was able to give me relief from my pain and got in the procedures needed to make me feel better."
"Dr. Calandra is very informative and is a good listener. Highly recommended."
"The staff is friendly the Doctor explains everything and they make you feel comfortable"
"Dr. Calandra*****"
"I love Dr. Calandra! Excellent doctorā very straight forward and thorough. He is more hands-on than most doctors and conversational with his patientsā it lends to a more human experience. Highly recommend!"
"I was extremely confortable with Dr Carl Calandra and his staff extremely polite and easy going and when the procedure was completed everyone was very professional and informative highly recommonded ."
"The staff was amazing. Made me feel comfortable. Doctor C was great. Explained the procedure in great detail before and after. Even wore his championship chain! Thank you!"
"Dr. Calandra knew the details of my referral; knew the results of my visit over two years ago; listened to my questions and fully responded to them and explained my diagnosis."
"Dr Carl Calandra is one of the best doctors I have ever met. He actually truly cares, listens, treats patients with unbelievable respect and understanding. I am chronically ill and deal with top medical hospital systems in the City and across the country. I honestly feel he is one of the best I have worked with. Not only him, but the staff is excellent and dealt with all of our insurance issues and we didnāt have to do anything. They are fast, reliable and very impressed with the medical attention and compassion he has as a doctor."
"I know Dr.Calandra for over 10+ years. I have no problem communication with him and also discuss about medicine and colonoscopy procedure too. I will continue to see him whenever need to make an appointment again in near future. James Denz"
"Fantastic visit. They make what should be uncomfortable very pleasant."
"Good doc"
"Initial appointment for the procedure. Dr. Calandra was very thorough explaining the procedure and the preparation. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable."
"Thank you all. Throughout my visit I was treated with respect, kindness and highest level professionalism."
"Great appt...Dr Calandra was wonderful...he made me feel very comfortable and explained everything in detail...I highly recommended him"
"I was very impressed with Dr. Calandra. He was patient, calm, and listened to me and didn't make me feel he was in a rush to be finished with me. He made me feel comfortable. I felt confident with his assessment of my issues."
"Dr Calandra has been treating my gastrointestinal issues for many years. He is wonderful thorough and pleasant to work with. I would recommend him to anyone as I have done."
"Friendly people, always make sure you understand what is happening each step of the way and ask if any questions. Love it"
"Dr Carl Calandra and his staff were all kind professional with excellent bed side manners. Highly recommended as they made my procedure seem less."
"Very caring, great communicator, listener and thorough. I've had 4 procedures over the last 20 years."
"Everyone that works in your office was delightful. I felt very comfortable. I had a very positive experience"
"My experience was a friendly support group with everyone who works at the office very friendly, nice clean office and answered any questions I had Thank you For the Nice Hospitality to All"
"All I can say is Dr. Colandra and his staff are awesome both with medical knowledge and knowing how to treat the patients in best professional manner. I helps you a lot feel at ease when you are in need of it. Thank you Dr. Calandra! I wish you all the best throughout your career. Thank you for taking care of us!!"
"I just would like to share my experience from this place and it was amazing very professional place very clean theyāre always on time and Doctor itās not talking you around he goes straight to the point I was really happy with my visitā¦I do 1000 % Recommend this place"
"Staff who take care of me during my procedure were very nice, professional, answered my questions and made sure I was comfortable. Dr. Calandra explained the procedure to me before and provided me with results after it was done . I highly recommend Dr. Calandra and his team!"
"Would definitely recommend. Very knowledgeable and personable!"
"I found Dr. Carl Calandra to be very professional. I appreciated his expertise, communication with me, the patient, and my family, and his caring. I also found the office staff to be very efficient with scheduling, knowledge about prep for procedure and any follow-up questions."
"I know Dr.Calandra for over 10+ years. I have no problem communication with him and also discuss about medicine and colonoscopy procedure too. I will continue to see him whenever need to make an appointment again in near future. James Denz"
"Dr Colandra is a great Dr. Iāve seen him for a couple colonoscopies and removal of polyps. Heās understanding, thorough, and patient."
"Dr Calandra is amazing. He took the time to listen to me and made suggestions right away. I really recommend visiting his office if you are experiencing any issues"
"Dr Calandra is an excellent doctor, very thorough and explains everything in details, I highly recommend him"
"DR.CALANDRA, DID A VERY GOOD JOB."
"As my son has special needs he needs a doctor who is understanding caring and thoughtful. Dr. Calandra eased all his concerns while providing excellent care and explaining in detail to me my sonās problem and treatment."
"Very knowledgeable! Patient, understanding, personable, and caring."
"My husband & myself scheduled Colonoscopies through Dr. Calandra's Office in Hinsdale. The process went well from start to end of procedure, and Dr. Calandra was very professional and personable. He took the time to make us feel comfortable and explained our results after procedure. We would highly recommend him and his office!"
"My husband & myself scheduled Colonoscopies through Dr. Calandra's Office in Hinsdale. The process went well from start to end of procedure, and Dr. Calandra was very professional and personable. He took the time to make us feel comfortable and explained our results after procedure. We would highly recommend him and his office!"
"I had a great experience with Dr. Calandra. He was very calm, collected and a wealth of knowledge. I canāt recomend him enough!"
"Dr. Calandra was very friendly and narrowed things down very professionally in his diagnosis."
"He has been my doctor for 15yrs he is the best I hope that I can keep him as my doctor ā¤ļø š I trust him ā¤ļø"
"Dr. Calandra is an excellent doctor! He is very professional, courteous, and empathic."
"Dr. Calandra has been my gastroenterologist for many years keeping me up to date on my procedures thus keeping me healthy. He has always taken the time to answer any of my questions and concerns making sure I felt secure with my results. He is very easy to talk with & never talks over my headā¦ I highly recommend him !!!"
"Very personable , and informative ."
"Dr Calandra and his team made me feel comfortable before,during and after my procedure, I highly recommend Dr Calandra."
"Easy...all the way from making an appt to discharge. Safe and easy"
"Such personal care by Dr. Calandra and all of his staff!"
"5 star experience from the minute I walked in for my procedure till I was escorted to my car at the end."
"Dr Calandra spent time with me and was completely present, listening, truly listening to me. He explained so well and eased my concerns without making me feel like I was over exaggerating even a little. I left his office with so much gratitude for finally being heard, and truly knowing that I was in great hands. His staff was wonderfully pleasant and kind as well.going to the doctor isnāt always a walk in the park, but this truly was an excellent experience and answered all of my questions and concerns."
"Everything worked out best case scenario. Very professional great staff very good with time which is hard to do in this profession. Had issues a week later came to the hospital to check on me switched up a couple prescriptions after asking a few questions and have been good to go . Thanks Doc !!"
"Explained everything clearly and was very nice!"
"Dr Calandra gave me great info and made me feel less anxious. He explained everything clearly and answered all my questions. He and his staff were professional"
"Dr. Calandra was very professional. Made me feel very comfortable. The staff as well was great!!!"
"Excellent Doctor was very impressed with Dr calandra and his staff"
"Dr. Calandra was thorough and listened to my issues. Office was on time and clean."
"Doc calandra seemed to be a nice guy and good at his job"
"Dr. Calandra and his entire staff were outstanding. Very friendly and professional. I felt well cared for. They made a difficult procedure not difficult at all."
"Dr Calandra has been providing outstanding care to my family for years. He is a patient advocate and top both person along with a great doctor."
"I had a severe Crohns outbreak early this year and Dr Calandra was my attending physician. Got me on a Remicade regimen and all is well. As goes the plumbing, so goes the entire house."
"Great overall practice"
"Dr. Calandra is a very nice doctor. He listens to you and doesn't rush out the door. He shows a genuine concern for his patients well being."
"Dr Carl and his staff made me feel really comfortable before and after my procedure."
"Dr. Calendra was very pleasant, he explained what he would be doing and how long it would take. Afterward, he explained his finding and let me know exactly what it was he did. I appreciate him and also received a copy of the pictures that were taken. Thank you, Dr. Calendar for you and your team making me feel comfortable."
"I have to say tff he at I was really nervous and really was not looking forward to seeing a GI. But Dr.Calandra was very nice. He made the visit confortable and was able to guide me and explain what the visit was about and details on the next step toward the procedure I was going to have. I would definitely recommend him to family and friends."
"Dr. Calandra and his staff did a great job! My wife and I have both received care from him over the last 10 years and are very satisfied."
"I first met Dr Calandra as a consult when in Hinsdale Hospital. He has great bedside manera. He took the time to find out all that was afflicting me including issues that are not part of his medical discipline. He explained the tests he wanted me to take and the reasons why. The next time I saw him at the clinic in Hinsdale he remembered.me and my case and even if I still don't have answers we put a plan in place and I hope we can find out what is going on with me. The rest of the staff were also pleasant and helpful."
"I first met Dr Calandra as a consult when in Hinsdale Hospital. He has great bedside manera. He took the time to find out all that was afflicting me including issues that are not part of his medical discipline. He explained the tests he wanted me to take and the reasons why. The next time I saw him at the clinic in Hinsdale he remembered.me and my case and even if I still don't have answers we put a plan in place and I hope we can find out what is going on with me. The rest of the staff were also pleasant and helpful."
"Dr Calandra and staff have been very nice to me and I feel safe handling my health issues with him and his staff! Its not easy finding people who actually care about your health concerns and have compassion to understand your pains! Im so glad Dr Calandra was recommended to me and thank God for him and his staff to take interest in my life! Thanks to you all and God Bless"
"Excellent physicianā¦pinpointed my problem and cured it. Thank you."
"Dr. Calandra has been my doctor for years now and I have complete faith in him!"
"The Dr. Was very about the procedure and he explained all my questions with answers I understand. I would recommend him to anyone!"
"I was very please with my procedure and cate."
"Kind, helpful attentive Doctor!"
"I'm very impressed of the entire Dr.Calandra's team performance. Problem that I had for years has been treated in less then one year. I'm healthy again , and I'm able to enjoy eating food again. Finally I met a doctor who is professional and confident with his own opinion.Thank you Dr.Calandra"
"I've been under doctor care for my disease more 30 years and essentially have had three gastroenterology doctors. My first doctor was terrible, the second I had for the majority of those thirty years and thought he was absolutely the best. Since his retirement I've gone to Dr. Carl Calandra. With two procedures under his care and a several visits, I am more than impressed with his "bedside manor" and his confident and focused explanation of my treatment. His suggestions have improved my overall life comfort. I'm so glad to be under Dr. Carl Calandra's care! thanks Doc!"
"Dr. Calandra has a wonderful staff who makes you feel very comfortable and at ease. Heās very personable and takes the time with his patients to answer questions and provide information. Highly recommend."
"Dr. Calandra is a very qualified gastroenterologist. Iāve been his patient for 5 years when I met him when I was in the E.R. Iām grateful that he was on call that late afternoon. I had two serious G.I. problems and he and his colleagues got to the bottom of these problems, leaving no stone unturned in arriving at a diagnosis. Both of these problems required procedures and hospitalizations. In addition, Dr. Calandra is a kind and down to earth person who took all the time necessary to explain any questions I had. Thanks so much, Dr. Calandra. Jean L."