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. Barker is great! Takes his time and listens, answered my questions."
"Caring people always compassionate"
"I am a new patient of Dr Barker. On my first visit he took the time to listen to my concerns without making me feel rushed. I finally feel like I have a doctor who is going to help me get my health back on track."
"It took a long time to get seen. Lables should be preprinted and waterproof. Liked Dr. Barker"
"Informative and easy to talk to. Still waiting on that prescription though."
"Dr. Barker, and his team took excellent care of me before, during, and after my procedure."
"Dr Barker and the whole staff were absolutely incredible!!"
"Good experience"
"Very thorough provider, actually listens to concerns, explains things in ways you can understand, **takes his time with you, and compassionate."
"The staff was very helpful and understanding about things I didn't know and the Dr. Barker carefully explain my procedure and it was a good visit all around!"
"Very prompt, friendly &professional."
"From the time I checked in the lady's were awesome. His nurses were great. The whole team. The doctor was good. I was having much discomfort when nurse called. I needed 2 be seen, bur he called in a prescription. I believe it's gallbladder because I'm hurting in errors in back etc. A scope would not have 2 deem thst.Could we get an ultrasound or cat scan?"
"It was nice"
"Excellent service"
"I have been to many doctors in Baton Rouge. I have experienced very poor doctors and a very few excellent doctors Dr. Barker is on the excellent end. He is not on auto pilot like most doctors. He is listening and paying attention to what you say. And making decisions from that"
"He really has helped me out. He actually stuck around and found out what was wrong until we figured it out! I definitely recommend him! Very pleasant and personable!"
"I can only say l met him in the hospital and he gave me care that l needed. I have had my my first follow up appointments with him."
"This was my first visit with Dr Barker. He was recommended to me by someone else in the field and I was very impressed with his knowledge and willingness to listen. He was pleasant and easy to talk to. I would highly recommend him."
"I love Dr.Barker and truly recommend him, he have beautiful bedside manners and patient with you through everything and thorough and answer every question you have"
"Dr. Barker is an exceptional doctor to be under his care. Dr. Barker was crystal clear in his instructions, explanations, very direct and all done with a kind attitude. If I need GI again, I’ll be looking for Dr. Barker. Thank you, sir!!"
"It was very informative, and he was very accurate and precise on helping you with all your needs friendly, professional and accurate"
"Dr. Barker is the best! I am so grateful to have him as my doctor because he makes me feel that my concerns matter. He takes his time to listen to your concerns, provides a solution to the problem, and is very thorough. I was in the hospital for the first time in my life. After several weeks of losing blood, several visits to the emergency room, three blood transfusions and not knowing the cause. Dr. Barker was the first doctor to suggest an iron infusion. After the iron infusion, my blood count began to rise, and I was finally able to be released from the hospital. Dr. Barker also performed an Upper Endoscopy and a Colonoscopy on me as well."
"Dr. Barker is fantastic! As is the rest of the staff at his office"
"Excellent doctor. Very knowledgeable and throughough."
"Dr Barker is an excellent physician! He is very kind, knowledgeable, and a great listener. He explains everything in a way that is easy to understand. I would recommend Dr. Barker to any friend or family member."
"Dr. Barker is outstanding and very compassionate. I am so glad I had his help in my difficult situation. I would recommend him to anyone."
"First time seeing Dr Barker. He took his time and clarified all of my concerns. Knowledgeable, kind and respectful, I left his office sensing I was in good hands. I highly recommend him."
"First time, in consulting him he did an excellent job, recommended."
"30 years since my surgery and Dr. Michael Barker is the first physician to explain/understand what I am experiencing physically. He provided me with a comprehensive plan of treatment going forward. I am looking forward to working with him on my health care."
"Dr. Barker is awesome!!! The staff is very friendly and he’s very patient!!! Love love love him!!!"
"Quick friendly clean"
"This was my first visit with Dr Barker. I have had Crohn’s Disease for over 30 years and he taught me a few things that I did not know. I was impressed with his bedside manner and his knowledge. He also came highly recommended by people who work in endoscopy."
"Dr. Barker listens, he works to resolve any problems, and is personable, kind, and makes me feel like I am his only patient when I see him. I am as impressed by his skill, knowledge, and ability as I am with his bedside manner."
"First of all, if I could give more than five stars, I would. I had been having GI issues for the pas 2 or 3 months but I was told by family that it was because I have gained weight, and I kept being made to feel like I was crazy or over exaggerating by family. When I came to Dr. Barker’s office, his nursing staff could tell I was super nervous, and assured me I was doing the right thing. Upon speaking to Dr. Barker, he explained to me a full treatment plan and had me immediately scheduled for some diagnostic procedures and I immediately received blood work. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience :)"
"Today was my first visit @ this office. Omg… Dr. Micheal Barker is just the most patient and kind Doctor and gentleman I’ve ever had to see. His mannerisms is #1.. The staff as you walk in are also awesome. The staff and the back are just as kind. I would recommend Dr. Barker to anyone and everyone. You want be sorry you became his patient."