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 Jones is an awesome doctor. He is an effective communicator. He saved my life, literally. However, the new location- old mill- is more frustrating. The wait time doubled and it seems more disorganized. I go to my annual visit and they never send through my updated prescription. I also manage my blood draws. Because of the quality care I have received from Dr. Jones, I will continue as a patient, but be prepared for a long wait and incomplete management of your needs from the office."
"The Drs and staff are very attentive and caring. Dr Maxwell has explained every detail so we understand procedures and results. There may be some delay in getting an appointment, but this just means they are good at what they do."
"Front office staff was helpful and friendly. I was taken back and seen quickly. Abbie is always very patient and informative. She takes her time to listen and then explains things in a way that is easy to understand. Highly recommend this facility!"
"This office of Utah Gastro and its doctors are amazing. I had a horrific experience with the St Marks office, terrible, but this office and its staff and doctors were so friendly and accommodating and their communication with me has been wonderful"
"Dr. Fenton is a special doctor. He is thorough, kind, funny & patient. We will be forever clients. His bedside manner is excellent. Maybe the U of U medical school could borrow him to teach medical students how to effectively interact, inform & reassure patients."
"Dr. Miller is a very kind, professional, understanding physician who sincerely listens to and cares for his patients. He's extremely knowledgeable about conditions that effect the esophagus and was able to help me with a difficult issue. I would highly recommend Dr Brien Miller!!"
"The physician and staff provided professional, courteous, and prompt service.The physician was attentive, listened, and provided follow-up care. It was an excellent experience."
"I was very happy with the whole staff all was kind and helpful, Loria wS eonderful she looked at my notes and listened to every thing I said, if I have any other problems I for sure would go back. Thank you all.Clata"
"Genuinely concerned about me. Dr Jones is always up to date with medical history, and he makes sure that any concerns or questions are addressed in a way I can fully understand. Appointments are always on time with minimal waiting."
"I was able to get an appointment in the same week that my issues arose. I was early to my appointment and they brought me back early, the appointment was quick, all of the staff were very professional and friendly."
"Doctor Peder Pedersen is an exceptional doctor. Listens to you...discusses options and is never in a hurry to move on. staff is extremely nice ...I recommend dr. Pedersen 100%"
"Dr Harmston was very informative, personal and action oriented—all very important and often lacking in healthcare! I clearly see why someone referred him and will do the same as opportunities arise."
"Dr kirschnermurphy is professional and kind. My appointments are always quickly filled, and the time waiting in the lobby room is only a few minutes at most."
"Dr. Bridge is a very caring physician. He takes time to make certain you understand everything he is telling you. As well as making sure all of your questions are answered."
"The staff at Utah Gastroenterology are the best. They are professional, compassionate and caring. Dr Harmston is an excellent doctor, very kind, compassionate and understanding. I reccomend Dr Harmston to anyone looking for the best GI."
"Dr Trowbridge is great. He listens to your issues and comes up with solutions that suit your needs. And in a specialty that can be uncomfortable, he makes you feel at ease."
"Front desk very professional, and kind. Lorna was wonderful. I thought I had researched everything about my condition, but left the appointment feeling much more informed, and empowered."
"Had a great consultation with Dr. Maxwell. He was thoughtful and caring while addressing my concerns. I never felt rushed and left with a sense of confidence in Dr. Maxwell as well as the other staff in the office."
"With new symptoms coming to light, I was anxious to see someone rather quickly, preferably before we were scheduled to leave on vacation. Not only was I seen, but the prescription I was given greatly reduced my symptoms before we even packed. Yes there needs to be follow up care, but I am very confident in the doctors and staff at Utah Gastroenterology."
"The staff were friendly and our PA was very knowledgeable and helpful in discussing my wife’s options for testing. She offered all options but did not try to influence or pressure her in any specific direction. She helped us put in a request for follow up from the diagnostic center and we are awaiting their call."
"I’ve been a patient of this office for many years, but my practitioners have left and I have had to begin with a new physician. Dr. Pedersen was very pleasant and had several recommendations on how to proceed. I left feeling hopeful that these tests would bring answers. And my entire time in the office was under 45 minutes which is a win to me."
"Utah Gastroenterology is not only a very responsive and informative organization but the staff are really on the money. They know their stuff! Thanks for a great experience."
"Dr Batista was great. Very knowledgeable and to the point. He is helping me figure out exactly what is going on so I can feel better and not let my issue effect my life anymore than it has. His assistant was also great- she was kind snd helpful and proficient."
"Dr Siddoway is awesome and his staff is very kind and professional. I've been seeing him for about 15 years. I would highly recommend him and UT Gastro."
"I was greeted by a friendly and efficient receptionist . I only waited 5 minutes in the waiting area and only 5 minutes in the exam room. The nurse who accompanied me to the room was also very friendly. Dr. Krishnamurthy is a lovely woman who listened to my concerns, took them seriously and respected my privacy. She thoroughly answered my questions and reviewed my options. In the current healthcare system which tends to rush visits I am pleased with this positive experience. Leslie H"
"Dr Boschert listens and throughly looks at everything so he doesn’t miss something. He has good bed side manors and is willing to take all the time that is needed with his patients."
"Dr Maxwell, his nurse, and all the staff at Utah Gastroenterology have been very kind and caring. Dr Maxwell takes time to explain everything and to answer all my questions. I would recommend Dr. Maxwell to anyone!"
"I arrived 5 min early as requested and was taken to the exam room within minutes. They are always prompt. Brien Miller is a wonderful doctor. He's thorough, answered all my questions and took time to explain things. I truly trust and appreciate him."
"Dr.Frech and his associates at Utah gastroenterology you are so professional and helpful in understanding what or if you have problems it’s almost like they are family. I would recommend them to everyone!"
"Dr. Krishnamurthy is amazing I travel an hour to see her even though there are gastroenterologist closer to me. I wouldn't see another doctor if I can help it!"
"My visit was brief and to the point. My doctor, Dr. Bridge, showed up completely informed, having reviewed all my tests from multiple providers in detail and pulling everything together into a clear plan of action. I wish that I was getting this kind of patient focus and quality from my other providers."
"Dr. Jones and his M.A. Janet are simply first-rate. Dr. Jones has helped me in managing Crohn's Disease for several years, and he's been consistently knowledgeable (extremely well versed on menu of options including capabilities of various biologics), thoughtful, careful and caring in taking the time my visits require. That's true whether the visit is routine, for monitoring, or for a colonoscopy. He's always mild mannered, composed, and if he doesn't know something he's the first to call a colleague or other source that does. Sometimes he does relevant research after a visit. Janet seems cut from the same cloth. She, too, is careful, comprehensive and friendly in our interactions. I'm lucky to have them."
"The staff is so friendly and kind. The medical assistant Shelby is so funny kind and friendly. The doctor himself is awesome, funny friendly and very kind. So down to earth!"
"We had a urgent care issue that this office was able to accommodate quickly, including getting a procedure booked the same week. Staff & physicians are very caring and professional!"
"I been seeing Dr Frech for at least 15 years. Hands down, he is the finest gastrointestinal physician I have ever known (that says a lot because I’m a nurse). It is apparently obvious he is passionate about his field of work. I enjoy working with physicians who love what they do and who get energized by the daily events of helping others. His compassion, wholistic approach to care, and gentle professional bedside manner are exemplary. He possesses a deep understanding of all gastrointestinal conditions and their interplay with the body’s organ systems. Being a keenly perceptive physician, he is exceptionally skilled in motivating his patients to take command of their own health and make the necessary changes for optimal wellbeing. He relentlessly instills hope and a “can do” attitude and has seen me through a multitude of complex and unique circumstances which required customized screening protocols and treatment plans. By managing my upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, he has literally spared me of cancer. Before the Covid pandemic, I had emergency surgery and my primary care physician relocated. Upon request, he filled in a critical gap in care and ordered some vital labs and a diagnostic scan while staying within the confines of his scope of practice. Unfortunately, my issues have continued to fester and this key information regarding the sequence of events has been highly valuable to my other specialists. Dr Frech has a quintessential combination of gifted intelligence and a high moral code which transcends into feeling safe and receiving extraordinary quality care. Words are not enough to describe how much I admire Dr Frech as a world class physician who genuinely cares and who has a passion to prevent and alleviate any unnecessary suffering in the world."
"Dr. Frech is helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. I especially liked that he clearly had his priorities straight and was visibly concerned primarily with my well-being."
"I have been seeing one of the doctors here for almost 20 years. This is a great clinic, and they have some amazing doctors. I have refered people here for a long time. I highly recommend this clinic if you have gastrointestinal needs."
"Dr kirschnermurphy is professional and kind. My appointments are always quickly filled, and the time waiting in the lobby room is only a few minutes at most."
"The doctors here have taking wonderful care of me over the years. The office staff has always been professional, courteous & very helpful. I appreciate my interactions with Dr. Frech and feel his genuine concern for me as his patient"
"Dr Fenton is the best gastroenterologist I have ever known! I was diagnosed with crohn's disease about 28 years ago and he has been the only one that has truly helped me! He is amazing and if you need a good doctor for whatever reason gastroenterology Department I'm telling you dr. Fenton is the best!!"
"I have been seeing Dr.Boschert at Utah Gastroenterology for 15 or 16 years. From the very first visit I was comfortable with Utah Gastroenterology. Dr. Boschert listens to all my concerns and questions and explains everything in layman's terms. The care I have received from Utah Gastroenterology has been second to none and I will continue to use their services in the future. I highly recommend anyone who might be dealing with any diseases that they specialize in treating to make an appointment. I highly recommend Utah Gastroenterology."
"Very friendly staff. Quick service on phones and in person. Appreciate the COVID precautions. Dr. Batista is very kind and thoughtful to all patients."
"Very happy with staff. Dr Bridge was so kind and listened carefully to my past medical history. Of course it helped that we are both from Nebraska. 👍😊. C Hamilton"
"Dr. Frech is amazing he is a star, you could really feel that he is caring, he listens to you and explains everything very clearly, I really recommend him."
"I saw Abbie Siebenhaar PAC yesterday. She took the time to listen to my history and current issues before thoroughly explaining my diagnosis and treatment. She also was quick and to the point."
"Dr. Fenton he’s a great doctor. Very nice since he’s been treating me my colitis has gone down I wouldn’t trade him for nobody he’s the best. And the staff there is awesome you guys rock"
"I have been a patient at UT Gastroenterology (UG) for a number of years and the staff are always professional, courteous, and attend to my needs promptly. Dr. Harmston is very knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely cares about my welfare. Their facility for performing procedures such as colonoscopies, which is on the same floor as their office and exam rooms, is convenient, comfortable, and the staff makes the patient very comfortable before, during, and after the procedure. Based on the care I have received as a long-term patient, I recommend UG without any reservations."
"I have been coming to Utah Gastroenterology for 15 years and to say I feel blessed for such amazing care is an understatement. Dr. Harmston has always been personable, knowledgeable and caring. He’s always taken exceptional care of me whether it’s a simple office visit, or a procedure. His nurse, Becky, is equally wonderful. Even in the couple minutes she’s with you, you can tell she cares and values her work. The receptionists are always caring and efficient. I know when I come here I will see kind faces and genuine care for my health and that feeling has never wavered through the years. They are exceptional, always!"
"Dr Bridge is the best! He is always very kind, and very professional. He genuinely cares for his patients. If you need a gastroenterologist then you absolutely need to make an appointment with him. Thank you Dr. Bridge!"
"I was on time - the staff were on time and took me right back. I only waited a few minutes for my doctor (Dr. Edward Frech) to come in and meet with me. Everyone with whom I came in contact was very pleasant and professional. When our bodies have problems, there are usually not immediate answers. I did, however, leave the office feeling heard, understood and believed - all very important to me. Thank you! 🌿"
"I saw Dr. Moore, and I need to admit that majority of Doctors don't take their time to listen and understand the patients situation or concerns. I am very happy with the professionalism and his passion to help me with my concerns. He made me feel very comfortable explaining my symptoms. Thank you Doctor Moore!!"
"I had the best experience with Dr. Chaya Krishnamurthy. She was extremely personable and took the time to listen, which I feel is very rare. Her willingness to help me figure out the root problem, instead of shoving a bunch of medications to mask the problem, really spoke to me. Best gastro doc I've seen by far. Thanks Dr. Chaya! :)"
"This is Barry Richards, Diane's spouse, the recipient of Dr. Fenton's MOST EXCELLENT service, as ALWAYS, on February 19th. Perchance this brief message gets through (since I am a geezer who is electronically challenged), please respond and I will complete my message about the consummate expertise AND unmatched physician-patient rapport/genuineness of Dr. Peter Fenton. Respectfully, Barry M. Richards"
"Dr Fenton is a star! He is so good at explaining complex situations and doing it with humor and humanity. His staff is great. The office setting itself felt clean and safe. Parking is a breeze"
"I have trusted my life to Dr. Frech and Jessica. Through their knowledge and dedication to patient wellness, I have regained a path to a longer, healthier, happier life."