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.
"The Staff and Doctor Kothur were terrific. He addressed all my concerns and set up tests and started me on a medication. He said that’s not the answer but a start. We will get the tests done and go from there. I left there feeling confident that I was in good hands."
"I was seen recently for a colonoscopy. I present some unusual challenges in prepping for the procedure. Each person who worked with me was kind and understanding while professional and efficient.They made a trying experience simple. And Dr. Kothur is an excellent communicator. Impressed with all involved."
"I was seen recently for a colonoscopy. I present some unusual challenges in prepping for the procedure. Each person who worked with me was kind and understanding while professional and efficient.They made a trying experience simple. Impressed with all involved."
"Dr. Kothur is an awesome doctor. He listens to his patients, provides his undivided attention and truly cares. Not many doctors with these attributes, thank you Dr. Kothur you are appreciated!"
"A colonoscopy isn't one of the most comfortable things we must do, but this office and Dr. Kother made the experience bearable. The staff was so welcoming and explained every step. The Dr. talked to me a couple of times during my stay. I'll see them all again in 5 years."
"While Dr. Kothur is very caring I wax given the wrong prescription. I then received a call stating they would fax in a correct prescription to Walgreens I then wax advised they couldn’t do that with this type prescription I had to pick up the correct prescription at the Surprise office They had to find and reprint it I received a 1 month prescription and will have to go back to this office every month to get a new script"
"Nobody enjoys getting a colonoscopy, but Dr. Kothur and his staff makes the experience as pleasant as possible. As a patient, I appreciate Dr. Kothur’s professionalism, experience, and friendly demeanor. He’s a dedicated doctor who cares about his patients, their welfare and their experience, and these attributes are further exemplified by the caring staff. Thank you Dr. Kothur."
"Dr Kothur has been my GI Doc for several years. I trust him completely! I have a serious GI condition which he helps me monitor. His advice is always succinct and on-point. Perhaps the best GI Doctor I have had in my 83 years."
"People in facility were great, pleasant and efficient. Dr. Kothur talked with me before and after procedure and made me feel very comfortable about it. Would recommend this facility for future patients"
"My experience at Arizona Digestive health was very pleasant and actually they were very courteous and professional answered all my questions and set my mind at ease about the colonoscopy and I appreciate that I would recommend Arizona Digestive health to anyone"
"Great Dr. he is very kind and listens to what you say. I have been going to Dr Kothur for years. He is a very good and knowledgeable Gastroenterologist. Wouldn’t go to anyone else."
"It was easy to get my check up for my colonoscopy and the date is set. Everyone was very nice. Dr Kothur is great so overall it was a great experience."
"From the Front Desk person to the Medical Assistant they both were 5 stars. I like the doctor because he listens seems genuinely engaged and treats you like a person; not a number."
"Excellent experience with the Upper Endoscopy performed by Dr. Kothur; from the front office, the nursing staff, the anesthesiologist, and the kind, professional Doctor himself."
"Very processional , explains everything, caring members of staff. Procedure went quickly and smoothly. Dr. stopped by afterwards and talked to me about what he found. Glad my doctor recommended this group. Top notch!"
"Everyone involved with my care made me comfortable and set me at ease. The entire dreaded procedure was so easy and painless that I would recommend Dr. Kothur and his team to everyone."
"Very professional and very friendly, dr Kothur was great he asked me questions and checked me and the told me what he felt needed to be done, great bedside manner."
"The staff, medical assistants, and Dr Kothur were outstanding. They all took sufficient time to explain what I could expect in the procedure. If you have to go through this, you can't do better than this."
"I had my first visit with Dr. Kothur. I could immediately see that he was listening, communicated so well and I knew I picked a great doctor for myself. I have some procedures scheduled with him next month and I truely feel I am in good hands with him."
"Dr. Kothur & his team were most professional & very pleasant. Everyone from the first person I met at the front desk to the last nurse that walked me to my car after a hitch-free, were all so caring & nice. They all made me feel comfortable with what I thought was a dreadful prospect being my very first colonoscopy. Thanks, Dr. Kothur."
"The instructions for prep should be restructured to appear as a sequential list with a place for check mark to keep track of what is done what is next. Process for Tom’s procedure was very efficient."
"I felt comfortable with Dr Kothur the moment I met him. He listen to me with interest and understanding. He was familiar with my previous procedures. I am confident going forward with my upcoming procedure."
"Ramkrishna R. Kothur is a gastroenterologist in Sun City, Arizona and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Banner Thunderbird Medical. Dr. Kothur has over 20-years experience in the gastrointestinal field, and one of the things that I really liked about him and his practice, is while he is able to perform procedures in Banner Thunderbird Hospital, he is also able to perform straightforward procedures like my colonoscopy in the surgery and recovery rooms within their offices… I highly recommend him to anyone that is looking for a great gastrointestinal doctor 👨⚕️ to provide relief from digestive disorders, such as stomach pain, ulcers, reflux, constipation and Crohn's disease."
"I would highly recommend AZ Digestive Health, and especially Dr. Kothur , who I have been a patient of for over 10 years. He is very easy to speak with, and takes his time to listen to my questions. I really appreciate him and the care he gives me!"
"I was a mess and they took very good care of me. From start to finish the procedure process went so smoothly! Better than most doctors visits in my past! Great staff and very organized caring experience. Thank you"
"Dr Kothur is empathetic and relates well with his patients. After researching my condition online, I wish he had recommended the changes in diet that hopefully will help my problems. That information suggested eliminating acidic foods which hopefully will help my acid reflux and not rely solely on anti acids."
"He was very pleasant, he explained everything clearly. He listened to me and seemed to know what was wrong. Thank goodness I listened to him found out I had a couple of ulcers that I didn't know about. I had no issues, as all And everyone was very polite. I would Definitely recommend to anybody and everybody."
"From 1st visit to Endoscopy and Colonoscopy procedures, I was nothing but COMFORTABLE and EXTREMELY EASY in their care!!!! I've been to many of Physicians, and these guy's are TOP NOTCH!"
"On time. Medical history and supporting documentation online! Friendly, helpful staff. Easy parking. Thorough exam and detailed discussion afterwards. It’s so easy for businesses to become too automated and cold in this day and age, but Dr. Kothur manages to provide digital conveniences while still being warm and human. Top notch."
"I’ve had these procedures before, but this one I have to put at the top. No stress, thorough, professional, quick and easy. I got more than a report – I got results that are important to maintaining my health."
"I already did but will gladly do it again. Everyone from your office was so great I couldn’t have been made more comfortable having a very embarrassing procedure done. From check in to release was excellent Thank you Dr. For all your help I was so nervous. You helped me be calm and not as nervous Thank you again Joseph steinhart"
"Dr. Kothur is very thoughtful, an excellent listener and extremely knowledgeable. He took his time, explained all options and what and why he was making his recommendations. I would definitely recommend Dr. Kothur fort gastroenterology and irritable bowel issues."
"Dr Kothur was professional and attentive and seemed very concerned for my wellbeing and health. Felt very comfortable and his bedside manner. Would highly recommend him to family and friends."
"I have been visiting Dr. Kothur for over 2 years since I was diagnosed with colon cancer. He communicates clearly and clearly is an expert in his area of medicine. I can recommend Dr. Kothur without reservation."
"I am always taking good care at the office. Dr Kohtur shows that he cares and I feel confident in his care. I also like to mention that I have recommended my next door neighbor to Dr Kohtur. Her name is Carol and she was happy with Dr Kohtur and will continue to see him as needed."
"The best doctor I have visited in recent times. He does not scares you unnecessarily but gives you hope and solutions on developing healthy lifestyle."
"I was well informed about my procedure, all i did was show up. They put me to sleep. Didn't feel a thing. They did a great job, aĺl's well. I highly recomend this Dr & his staff for the procedures. Michael Hobbs"
"Dr. Kothur was very polite and listened pretty well. He also agreed to order the tests that I requested which I deeply appreciate. My concern is this: he seemed too quick to recommend a colonoscopy to look for an inflammatory gut condition that he would only treat with triple antibiotics. I know I have an inflamed gut - I’ve had IBS for years. But what if I have a protozoan illness like Giardia? Or yeast overgrowth from Candida? Antibiotics don’t work for those. And, they wipe out your flora. But he was quick to put me in a box of age and gender and didn’t ask a lot of questions or order many labs. The ones he did order I am grateful for, hence 4 stars for his cooperation. But what I would prefer is a doctor who does a thorough work up to discern causation before jumping to invasive and expensive procedures."
"I was well informed about my procedure, all i did was show up. They put me to sleep. Didn't feel a thing. They did a great job, aĺl's well. I highly recomend this Dr & his staff for the procedures. Michael Hobbs"
"Dr. Kothur was very polite and listened pretty well. He also agreed to order the tests that I requested which I deeply appreciate. My concern is this: he seemed too quick to recommend a colonoscopy to look for an inflammatory gut condition that he would only treat with triple antibiotics. I know I have an inflamed gut - I’ve had IBS for years. But what if I have a protozoan illness like Giardia? Or yeast overgrowth from Candida? Antibiotics don’t work for those. And, they wipe out your flora. But he was quick to put me in a box of age and gender and didn’t ask a lot of questions or order many labs. The ones he did order I am grateful for, hence 4 stars for his cooperation. But what I would prefer is a doctor who does a thorough work up to discern causation before jumping to invasive and expensive procedures."
"Wry attentive Dr., talked through my concerns and gave me a “first steps” plan to see what impact I could make without starting medication. So appreciate that!"
"Dr Rama Krishna is really superb. He listen all your concerns . I really impressed by his patience and knowledge. Thank you Dr Rama krishna and team ."
"Dr very nice explained everything to me. Only reason I gave 4stars not 5 is because I have to wait 21/2 months for My colonoscopy. I have been very worried about testing positive not sleeping much always thinking what if , I would be almost 3 months without any treatment. Again everyone has been great from front desk to dr. Thank you Joseph Steinhart"
"I had very pleasant experience with doctor Ramkrishna R. Kothur. He answer all my questions about my health.I felt very comfortable with him. He will be my GI doctor for a very long time."
"I find Dr. Kothur to be personable, professional, and empathetic. He has great communication skills and listens to your concerns. I appreciate his kindness."
"My experience was very pleasant. I’m thankful he does listen to my concerns and needs. I truly trust his care and judgment due to he doesn’t push medication on his patients but instead educating them. Thank you"
"Just starting my journey with Dr. Kothur, but so far I find him knowledgeable And very caring. It is hard to find a Drv who spends time with you and your don't feel like your in an assembly line"
"Dr. Kothur was an excellent GI specialist...very warm and compassionate and he made me feel totally confident that the procedures he performed were done with 100% expertise!"
"Dr. Kothur follows up by checking in by phone or through my portal. His staff is quick to provide amsrrs to my questions and call bsck when needed. Overall I have been very happy with all aspects of my care with Dr. Kothur."
"Dr. Kothur is a good man who prioritizes his patients care. He has an excellent personality, easily describes health problems and treatment care, he's very caring, and with Dr. Kothur it is never just an in and out procedure because he values your time as his own. All in all, excellent doctor. I am very fortunate to have him."
"I highly recommend Dr Kothur, he was patiently with my husband took good care on him with hi professionalism every time needed.We know him for about 10 years. Verry good specialist👍👍👍👍👍"
"Dr. Kothur was kind, knowledgeable answering all my questions and putting me right at ease. I would definitely recommend Dr. Kothur to friends and family"
"Extremely professional. I feel very confident when I see the doctor. His office staff quickly gets me to see the doctor and on my way which is important to me. He has been my care professional for 10 years."
"Giving reviews on your colonoscopy may be a bit squeamish for some but it’s a necessity we all need to deal with especially after the age of 45. I have had 4 thus far and Dr. Kothur and his team did a great job putting me at ease and keeping me informed every step along the way..The day of the procedure everything was explained step-by-step. When the procedure was over I was informed of the results by Dr. Kothur. Excellent care from beginning to end. I would recommend him and his team to anyone needing this procedure. Five stars!"
"Dr. K is very it's very easy to talk to as well as listens to you and takes his time with you this is a great asset as a doctor where most doctors rush you in and rush you out he is also very very helpful in answering your questions."
"Dr. Kothur is a Fantastic Gastroentologist He is very Caring and takes time to listen to you about your symptoms. I Highly Recommend him for Digestive issues. TERRI MCQUILLIN"
"Dr. Ramkrishna is polite, kindly explains the diagnosis & the plan of treatment. He's professional, takes his time with all questions you may have, & invites you to call with any problems or questions you may have in the future."
"Having stomach troubles I went to see Dr Katsur. Advised hom I am moving to Oklahoma in a month. Jr got me on tight schedule and was very thorough with the exam. I highly recommend recommend Dr Katsur."
"My dad has been seeing Dr. Kothur for a few years now. The office I work at also refers patients there and we have no complaints. Wait times are not long. The only reason for not having 5 starts is that after my dad was hospitalized he needed to follow up and the staff stated they didn't have any appointments for 1 month. While they did not consult with the doctor to confirm- we are pleased with Dr Kothur."