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. Dugan is phenomenal. She listens, she obviously cares, she wants you well, not taking a ton of medicine. The world needs more Dr's of her caliber."
"Dr Dugan and her staff are great. They take the time to explain things. They ask and answer questions and make you feel comfortable. They're caring demeanor is reassuring."
"Dr. Dugan and I had a virtual appt over the phone. I am a patient who suffers with IBS-C and I was highly recommended by my cardiologist as well as my regular internest to be placed on Wegovy. One of the main side effects is constipation. My husband and I had lots of concerns regarding this new medicine they want me to try due to being a high risk heart patient as well as being pre-diabetic. Dr. Dugan answered all of our concerns and made me feel alot more at ease to start this new medicine.... thank you."
"Dr. Dugan was very knowledgeable and took time to hear all my concerns. Ordered tests to determine what was going on. She was also very knowledgeable about my unique situation due to gastric bypass years ago."
"My only complaint is that I often observe my test results online in advance of if/when I’m contacted by the office with a professional interpretation of my test results. I realize that I’m not their only patient, yet the delay in getting some info on the test results exacerbates my own medically documented anxiety issues, and perhaps this is the case with some other patients.with anxiety issues. This situation could cause us to seek quicker answers. Perhaps this approach comes across as pestering medical professionals. Trust issues perhaps, but I know my own body and I’m my own advocate. I can and will seek answers if tests are positive or elevated. The one who is sick and suffering over here and I want answers and treatment for which I pay. Dr. Dugan is very good about taking time to explain everything once you are able to get an appointment and to sit down and meet with her, but sometimes I simply need answers in the interim, a call from her nurse with the answers would suffice.. I like her as my GI doctor for many years. I simply need quicker response time on test results that she orders when my body is feeling really in bad shape and is hurting. Thank you."
"Dr Dugan is an excellent physician she is able to effectively listen to everything I had to say replying with excellent feedback. Would highly recommend her"
"Dr.Dugan has saved my life on more than 1 occasions. She is a Dr that will talk to you so you understand your condition and answers all your questions. She is always there to help guide you through your illness. I put my trust in her abilities to help me out . You can depend upon her. Her person in charge of her schedule, is outstanding. Always willing to helpout Dr.Dugan patients. I believe her name is Jessica. She is the most caring person I have found working in a Dr's office. She does what ever it takes to help you out. She does this without complaining, which in its self a remarkable trait. I wish the front desk staff was like her. This would make for a positive check in process. I want to say thank you to whoever hired her. She is a remarkable woman who should be acknowledged for a job well done."
"Dr Veronica Dugan is a great doctor she cares about her patients and she is very qualified as a doctor she's pleasant to work with I keep her on my team"
"Super nice from the front desk, Katherine, to the back with Dr. Dugan, wonderful atmosphere. Dr. Dugan is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, understanding and helpful."
"Dr. Dugan is an extraordinary physician. She is kind, professional, thorough, and knowledgeable. She is an excellent practitioner with amazing bedside manners."
"Dr. Dugan is amazing. Her knowledge and understanding is spot on. I'm really impressed at the amount of time she is willing to spend to ensure everything is addressed and is willing to answer as many questions as her patients may have. She is compassionate towards the feelings and concerns of her patients as well. I'm not just a number at her office, I'm a person that matters."
"I’ve been seeing Dr. Dugan for many years and she is a wonderful doctor. She is so kind and understanding and always explains things so well. She never rushes through a visit and always makes me feel like I am her most important patient."
"Dr.Dugan has saved my life on more than 1 occasions. She is a Dr that will talk to you so you understand your condition and answers all your questions. She is always there to help guide you through your illness. I put my trust in her abilities to help me out . You can depend upon her."
"Dr. DUGAN and staff exhibited care and compassion to me on my scheduled visit. Always the professional, Dr. DUGAN, I recommend to friends and family members. Nothing but high regards."
"Dr Dugan listens to your concerns. She does not rush in and out! She treats you with respects and wants to find the problem, instead of just giving you medications."
"Doctor Dugan is one of the most compassionate doctors that I’ve met in a long time. Everyone at this office is friendly, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend"
"every time I have gone everyone was kind friendly and answed any questions or concerns. people friendly please Dr.Dugan is a sweet heart she do stop until she finds out what wrong"
"Doctor Dugan is a delightful person and a compassionate intelligent doctor. She was thoughtful and kind in correcting some errors I made when preparing for a test. I definitely recommend her."
"Dr. Dugan and her staff were great! They are super professional, nice and thorough and made this dreaded procedure a piece of cake. Drove from Mandeville to Slidell because they are so wonderful. Would definitely recommend Dr. Dugan, her group and staff."
"Dr. Dugan is the best! She’s an outstanding doctor who cares for her patients and treats them with kindness and respect. She’s honest and very friendly. I’m so glad she’s my doctor. Thanks you Dr. Dugan for being you!"
"I have been a patient of Dr. Dugan for several years now. She’s a wonderful doctor and I always enjoy my visits with her. She explains your condition to where you can understand. She and her staff is very nice and courteous. I would recommend Dr. Dugan anytime."
"Dr. Dugan is nice and knowledgeable. She actually took her time to talk and explain my condition to me. I can tell that she cares about her patients. Would recommend!"
"My first visit with her as a new patient. She was very friendly and answered all of my concerns. Looking forward to seeing how things work out with her."
"Dr. Dugan is Amazing! She has such a calming and attentive disposition. I credit her for my husband still being here with me after he started seeing her 7+ years ago. I now have several others family members coming a parish over to see her."
"I chose Dr. Dugan based on online reviews and let me say I was extremely delighted. She and her staff were patient and informative. She has awesome bedside manner. Great choice for me."
"Doctor Dugan and the staff at The Gastro Group are top notch. After surviving colon cancer in 2000, It was necessary to have check ups often. After finding Doctor Dugan and her team, my testing and follow ups were the best ever. I will go nowhere else!"
"Dr Dugan is a great Doctor . She takes her time and listens to you. She is very thorough and explains herself very well . Thanks Dr. Super job! Visit went very well !"
"Wow, this has been my GI for 4 years and she surpriises me every time I have a visit. Wonder bed side manner and attention to detail that is unmatched. If you need a good GI you have found her, although you may have to wait."
"This maybe the best GI I have had over the last 15 years. As a crohns patient she is on top of her game with knowledge and medicine. She is the only GI to get me back to myself. Great bedside manor and really cares about who you are and how hot day to day life is related to your health. The waits are long due to the large GI clinic, which has been pretty normal with the 4 other GIs I have had. She is worth the wait. Thank you Dr. Dugan."