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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"I recently had a doctor's appointment with Doctor Vainder and I cannot recommend him enough. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. I appreciated his thoughtful approach and genuine interest in my well-being. Throughout the exam, he demonstrated an impressive depth of knowledge and a skillful touch. The office staff was friendly and efficient, making check-in a breeze."
"John Vainder is an excellent Doctor, and answered all of my questions. His staff is friendly and attentive."
"Perfect experience with my colonoscopy by Dr Vainder. Medical excellence with a personal touch."
"Dr. Vainder always takes time to talk about how I am, what’s working, what needs to be considered. I trust him implicitly."
"Dr. John Vainder is my best doctor. Always solved my problems quick and easy. We stick with him for more than 20 years. Thanks Dr. John Vainder."
"The office staff are courteous and professional. Dr. Vainder is friendly and professional, takes time to understand the patient's concerns, and takes a practical, caring approach to treatment."
"Dr. Vainder and his staff are very experienced, attentive and thorough. Dr. Vainder is especially personable and really listens to your symptoms. I am confident that I am getting the best care here."
"For more than 30 years, Dr. Vainder has managed my ulcerative colitis with his sage judgment and careful attention. Thank you!!!"
"Very good bed side manner. Knowledgeable about his work I like that!!"
"Dr,Vander is good ,polite.He listen patient very well.He is a nice person which makes appointment enjoyable. Really he is a great doctor."
"After a recent visit to the E.R., I made a follow up appointment with Dr. John Vainder. I really liked him. He was attentive to my needs and answered my questions and even felt more should have been done for me at the E.R. I really felt like I mattered to him. I’ve made another appt with Dr. Vainder for further diagnostics. I look forward to seeing him again.
Thanks!"
"Highly recommend. Dr. Vainder and his staff were very professional and caring."
"Dr. Vainder was excellent. He made my appointment very comfortable. He was able to diagnose my condition very quickly and offer advice on how to alleviate some of the symptoms. I can't recommend him highly enough. By far one of my most pleasant doctors visits."
"I've been a patient of John Vainder's for many years. He has, during our long association, performed diagnostics, regular maintenance care and monitoring procedures, and during one extremely frightening period, ICU acute care.
During my own career, prior to retirement, I was a clinical nurse researcher, over which time I developed the criteria by which I personally 'graded' clinical care for my patients, my family, and myself. I hang my hat on them to this day. My estimation of expert medical care orbits around two specific areas--that of art and that of science. The science aspect I look for is that which surpasses competence--it is about brilliance of mind, thinking out of the box as second nature, in practice, and staying on top of prevailing and new research. Dr. Vainder continues to fulfill all of these criteria in his care of me; it is what brought me into his care. What has since KEPT me in his care and perpetuates my loyalty to him is the art. My experience with Dr. Vainder is pure art which is of the utmost importance to patients in general, and to me specifically. It is his honest, down to earth demeanor, compassion, humor, and respect toward those of us he cares for. It is his depth of understanding of OUR experiences that is the standout attribute of his art : it is my opinion that brilliant scientific care in combination with authenticity and kindness, makes a superior caregiver. I believe the expertise John Vainder brings to his practice in both domains sets a high standard, and is the expressed epitome of this most gifted physician's dedication in his practice of medicine.
Best regards,
Harriett Wittert"
"Dr. Vaider is Excellent! He and his staff are very kind, prompt and professional! Would highly recommend 👌"
"It was nice to meet Dr. Vainder and get his ‘to sense’ on my issue. He really put me at ease and I appreciate his help and expertise!"
"Dr. Vainder is extremely nice, polite and has good sense of humor. He listened patiently and gave me the good advise. He made the whole experience very comfortable. Strongly recommend him!!!"
"Dr puts you at ease immediately because of his experience and confidence that my issue was common and not to worry about. Was treated excelantly by Dr and all staff."
"Compassionate caring friendly and explains all the options for you great personality easy to talk to would definitely recommend his office"
"I had my colonoscopy done by Dr Vainder and he’s great. He did an awesome job and explained everything to me. Very knowledgeable and experienced in his field. Thank you and God bless you."
"I would highly recommend Dr Vainder, he is an excellent practitioner and very knowledgeable"
"Dr. Vainder took good care of me. I’d recommend him to anyone."
"I would highly recommend Dr. Vainder as a gastroenterologist. I was very impressed with his professional staff, and Dr. Vainder’s ability to communicate with his patients in a caring and comprehensive manner."
"Dr Vainder is caring towards his patients and he is a good listener."
"Excellent attention and very professional!"
"Very professional, caring, listens to the patient, explains things in a way that a lay person understands. Highly recommend ."
"Very thorough and sat down to discuss why town in his office. He doesn’t talk at or down to you!"
"Dr. Vainder treats patients with genuine care and he takes the time to understand a patient's complete lifestyle so that he can help the patient to achieve sustainable quality gastric health."
"Dr. Vainer was willing to spend the amount of time with me to go over test results, conditions and options. He made sure that I understood everything.
Would definitely recommend him."
"Dr Vainder is professional and genuinely a nice person which makes appointments enjoyable. Staff is great too!!"
"Dr. Vander is a very caring & concerned doctor, he tells you his opinion after he gives you a choice and he's a very pleasant individual. Thank you Dr. Vainder"
"Dr. Vainder is very friendly and down to earth. He and his staff make you feel comfortable. Most importantly, he actually listens and gives good advice."
"Great experience with Dr. Vainder. He knows his field and is easy to talk to concerning the GI tract."
"Very cheerful and professional doctor, he gave me confidence and a very good impression."
"Very responsive, easy to talk to, provides clear explanations."
"He is very kind and professional and is very caring with my dad. Made my dad feel comfortable. Thank you so much."
"Doctor Vainder was very attentive to my father's needs and did a great job during his procedure."
"Wow, the visit and the whole experience was outstanding. Arrived at 7:45, filled out couple papers, got in the room around 8am, the nurses were super nice and the nurse for ivey and Anastasia was super friendly with putting the needle. The doctor was smiling as always and was positive. Couldn’t of asked for a better experience and the staff. I was done 9:30 or so and was little dizzy took a nap and by 2pm I felt normal. Amazing amazing experience great doctor and staff all around.
Thank you"
"My family has been seeing Dr. Vainder for over 25 years. He is very kind and personable. He takes time with you. And really cares about his patients. Dr. Vainder’s staff has also been with him for years. Vivian at the front desk is also very kind and helpful. Always a pleasant experience."
"Very personal, friendly interesting doctor. What I didn't like was his being too fast and in a hurry."
"He’s a great nice dr! He listens to you and explains everything to you. All the nurses there are so nice."
"Dr. Vander was very reassuring very comforting put my mind at ease I could not have had a better experience."
"Friendly and professional."
"Dr. Vainder is always very thorough in all the questions he asks me - very attentive to my answers and always gives me a plan of action with follow up plans"
"He is one who listens and spends time with me as a person as well as a patient. I feel comfortable exchanging information and discussing my concerns. I usually walk out feeling better."
"Humble Polite Funny Personality"
"Dr. Vainder was great. He was very personable and took the time to discuss with me what my issues were and how to try and resolve my problems. I would highly recommend him."
"Dr. Vainder is an exceptional doctor. He has great bedside manner. He truly is interested in your problem. He will first try and treat the problem instead of putting you through unnecessary tests. I would highly recommend him."
"A kind, brilliant doctor who is honest and trustworthy. He really takes care of his patients. Thank you, Doc!!"
"The most thoughtful and caring doctor on the planet. Dr. Vainder is simply the best person you can see for all of your gastric needs."
"Was an overall great experience especially with having to quarantine so my appointments were online. Really great doctor and person. Gave me much insight into everything."
"Very nice and clean place. The doctor is very knowledgeable and professional, explained everything very good about the procedure."
"Dr. Vainder and his staff are absolutely amazing. They know their patients and treat them like family. Dr. Vainder is a great listener and this makes him an excellent physician. Its always a pleasure to come see them, even though the circumstances why you visit are not."
"Dr. Vainder is outstanding, very knowledgeable, professional and informative. The procedure was quick and easy. Amazing office and friendly staff. Highly recommended!"
"Dr. Vainder is outstanding, very knowledgeable, professional and informative. The procedure was quick and easy. Amazing office and friendly staff. Highly recommended!"
"I have had a few colonoscopies performed by Dr Vainder over the past number of years. During these procedures, I only had a brief pre-op conversation with Dr Vainder until the sedative kicked in. And of course I hardly ever remember his post-op comments since some of the drug residual affected my memory! I did receive a very thorough written follow up with the results of my procedures.
However, I recently needed a procedure to check out some acid reflux issues. During my pre-op office consultation and follow up office visits, I finally got to spend some time with him, unencumbered by drugs etc! I found Dr Vainder to be very personable. He talked to me like one of my friends in trying to determine a solution to my issues. I didnt have to listen to a bunch of "medical school speak" that I probably couldnt understand. After he reviewed op results and with input from me, he proposed a plan for a 60 day period and we would evaluate afterwards. No speeches, no lectures, no big medical terms...just a simple straight forward plan. I really appreciated his honesty and genuine interest in solving my problem.
I highly recommend Dr Vainder and have been very pleased with his services."
"I went to Dr Vainder 20 years ago for an issue, and he was great. Then my husband and mom went to him for routine colonoscopies .
I recently went to him again for an issue, Because I was dissatisfied with a previous Gastro I saw last year.
He saw how nervous i was as soon as he walked in, and sat right next to me looking at some results, and called me down immediately. He was so kind and compassionate and obviously knows his stuff. He gave me some medical advice for my issue, and continued to Calm me down and ask me about my life, why am I so stressed out? He spent so Much time with me, even trying to get me to laugh. Bedside manner is everything to me. I will never mind if I have to see him again! And I am afraid of doctors! He is amazing , and his staff is very nice too. I told him he is not allowed to retire any time soon!"
"Have been a patient for over 25 years and love Dr. Vainder. He has a great staff and I trust when I go there that the care will be great!"
"Dr. Vainder is a pleasure to talk to, well informed, and clearly devoted to helping his patients. I have used him for 15 years and never once been disappointed."
"Dr. Vainder was congenial, very easy to speak with and, after explaining the issues I was having with my prior medication, he understood and quickly prescribed a new one that has been very effective. Thank you doctor."
"My appointment started right on time. Dr Vainder is extremely personable. He thoroughly explained my condition and the walked me through a follow up procedure that was necessary. He made the entire process clear, simple and easy!"
"DR JOHN VAINDER is really very,very good as well as the anesthesialogist & nurses that assisted him.I'm so grateful & thankful to all of them . I have no pain at all. JOB WELL DONE... THANKS AGAIN . ELSIE SAN MIGUEL."
"Great listener....he is truly concerned"
"Great experience and very friendly doctor and staff at the office. Easily answered questions and follow up."
"Dr. Vainder was really easy to talk to. Had an ease about him that made it easy to trust, and great bed side manner."
"Very professional caring understands your needs explaines everything so you understand what going on. Take time with you.Great Doctor."
"They were timely and extremely nice. I like Dr Vainder a lot; personable and friendly. It’s always nice when people take a little extra time. I appreciated that."
"Dr. Vainder and his staff treated us with compassion and respect. We were informed of each step in the procedure. Follow up phone calls were greatly appreciated."
"Just a fantastic doctor with a great staff. He was so empathetic and caring, and when I left I heard him on the phone trying to get a patient a referral due to his insurance."
"Dr. Vainder is an amazing listener...He spends a good deal of face to face time, asking asking about your condition, never sitting at a computer desk. (I don't even think there's a computer in the exam room.) He thoughtfully explains and problem solves with you, and seems genuinely pleased to send you away with a plan that will work. I think he's a wonderful doctor."
