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.
"Well, I love the people. It’s real good going in and saying hi to everybody but I really need to get in and get this gallbladder looked at everybody. I’m nauseous making me sick not feeling good. It’s really hurting very badly. Oh no everything‘s awesome thank you. Have a blessed day."
"I love seeing Cheryl! She’s a great provider, answers all my questions and takes excellent care of me! I appreciate her professionalism and she’s there when I need her!"
"I have been a patient with Dr. Vinson for 10 years. He is the best doctor I have ever had. He listens, doesn't judge, and has my best interest at heart. His nurse, Haleigh, is an absolute delight and works extremely hard to get anything that is needed done. She always answers my questions and is happy to assist in anyway I need her. I actually look forward to seeing them and feel extremely lucky to have 2 such amazing people in charge of my care!!"
"Kevin O'Keefe is absolutely amazing! He saved my life, I was in such poor shape with my Ulcerative Colitis. I was referred to him from my primary care (I was in really bad shape after over a year with a gastroenterologist that didn't really hear/listen to me). He was fast to get me on meds and if that didn't work we quickly moved on to the next! He is kind, compassionate, and he really listens. I highly recommend!"
"So far so good with GI Alliance. From seeing me quickly to solving a significant phone communication problem to referring me to the appropriate specialist, everyone I dealt with (Meghan, Cheryl, Joy) was personable, professional and supportive."
"Have been patient since 2014 and every appointment has been fantastic. Everyone always friendly and knowledgeable. Also Cheryl is one reason I'm still alive. My wife and I love her for what she's done for us. She's very special! Have been patient of this clinic for almost 10 years. The entire staff are always great. And Cheryl especially is fantastic in helping figure out and taking care of my medical problems. I trust her completely in helping me!"
"Everyone was very friendly and made me feel at ease on first visit. Doctor Marquis was thorough and attentive. Would recommend to anyone with GI issues."
"My husband has received excellent service from Dr.Ellison, his associates and staff ( good listener, compationate and good sense of humor, which make visits less stressful. Great job guys."
"I was a few minutes late. They were forgiving. The receptionist remembered me and was very kind. The wait was very short. Barely had time to fill out the short intake info form. The person who took my BP was kind and patient. Shelby Cochran,NP, was the kind, patient person who came and talked with me. I keep saying patient because I've had several nasty brain injuries (aneurysm burst in my brain, 11 big strokes, 5 brain surgeries, and more TIAs than you could shake a cat at), so I have difficulty with proper speech. Shelby has always been very caring and, yes, patient. She shows true concern for me and my health. I would/have recommended this business to others."
"GI Alliance has been successful in diagnosing and treating my microscopic colitis. My previous GI doctor was not willing to get to the bottom of my health problems, but just wanted to keep me on budesonide. GI Alliance ran multiple tests and found additional issues that they then were able to treat. The NP I now see takes time to carefully review my records and discuss any new issues that may arrive. They are easy to communicate with by phone or through the portal. I highly recommend GI Alliance and I will gladly continue to drive 3 hours to receive such good care."
"This was my first visit. It was a very pleasant overall experience. The young lady who checked me in was very polite and professional. The nurse who escorted me to the exam room was very confident, which made me feel at ease. It was my initial consultation with NP Cheryl Walsh. She was very thorough about my health history and my concerns for my visit. She made certain that she had addressed my concerns and i understood her plan for my health care. By the end of my visit, I knew I had made the correct choice."
"I was very well taken care of and listened to at this facility. The nurses and staff could not be nicer or more accommodating. I have been going there for years and will continue."
"I love GI Alliance of Arkansas! They have helped me to understand my issues. They have given me treatment of my issues that is easy to understand. I will be back because I have an issue that requires follow up testing and treatment."
"I can highly recommend Dr. Vinson. Beyond his procedural expertise (which I have undergone twice and had excellent experiences), he spent ample time with me during office visits and went above and beyond to explain the nuances of my situation to help arrive at an appropriate course of action. Obviously a talented doctor who cares for his patients with skill and compassion. Thank you."
"My first appointment was with Dr. Ellison, he was thorough & spent time with me reviewing my Med records and the symptoms I’ve been having since Oct. 2022. He had a good bedside manner. I saw Chelsea, the Nurse Practitioner, for my follow up appointment, she was great. She was very thorough and her bedside manner was great. I’m optimistic for the 1st time in over a year that I might actually get healthy."
"The building is pristine and the personnel were kind and efficient. I felt like they cared about me by the tone of their voices, the answers to my questions, and their patience in explaining my issue."
"Staff was friendly, and helpful. Office was orderly and clean The medical staff was knowledgeable, ask questions, and listened. They set up appointments and made a plan Very happy with my appointment and medical team."
"Kevin O'Keefe is absolutely amazing! He saved my life, I was in such poor shape with my Ulcerative Colitis. I was referred to him from my primary care (I was in really bad shape after over a year with a gastroenterologist that didn't really hear/listen to me). He was fast to get me on meds and if that didn't work we quickly moved on to the next! It took a little time, but I'm so proud to say I have been symptom free for 3.5 years. He is kind, compassionate, and he really listens. I highly recommend!"
"Super patient, kind, caring and had thorough knowledge. All my questions were answered and I never once felt rushed from the lab to the general appt. All went well."
"Shelby Cochran is very polite and professional. She listens to her patients and tries to come up with the best treatment plan for whatever condition you may have based on labs, ultrasound, ct scans or mri. She makes you feel like you matter which I love. I highly recommend Shelby Cochran."
"Everyone from the receptionist to the nurse to the nurse practitioner were wonderful to deal with and listened well to all of my questions and concerns. I love this office! 100% recommend"
"I was treated with dignity and respect from the very first visit. They also provided me with resources for financial aid and support. Thank you Shelby Cochran!!!"
"I recently had an appointment with Cheryl. She was amazing. She took the time evaluate my situation and she gave me her prognosis. She then took the time to answer all my questions. Most importantly she had great "bedside manner." Her nurse (Joy) was also great! I spoke with her a few days ahead of my appointment and she was very helpful and empathetic. My experience with both Cheryl and Joy was 5-star!"
"I was very impressed with Cheryl Walsh!She made me feel at ease, and gave me great information! The office crew was very friendly. Great experience!!"
"GI Alliance is one of the friendliest places, their staff is very helpful and I always leave there knowing what my next step is and why it's my next step."
"GI Alliance great medical office, wonderful and warm experience from start to finish. Appreciate Dr. Sidney Vinson taking time to go over the procedure clearly and treatment options. Was referred over by my general doctor and can see why. Highly recommended."
"Having a rare autoimmune disease, I feel confident that Dr. Vinson and Cheryl Walsh keep up to date with what's going on with me. They have helped me understand a rather baffling disease."
"The staff is professional and friendly. On time and prompt. I felt comfortable in an uncomfortable situation. Explained everything and was very helpful. I appreciate them tremendously and will keep going back (unfortunately) and will recommend them to anyone in need."
"This this was one of the easiest least stressful visits I've ever had for this kind of a procedure. Everyone was friendly, upbeat, smiling, but more than that they were efficient, thorough, and I believe that they truly had my best interests at heart and we're honestly interested in making me comfortable and making sure that I understood and knew what was happening."
"The staff is very friendly from the moment you walk in the door. Knowledgeable nursing staff that took the time to answer any questions that I had. I didn't feel like I was just a client name and number to them I honestly feel like I was one of there friends. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. In fact I mentioned to the nursing staff that I was surprised to see a doctor's office did actually cared about patients and what there going through. Even though I had no proof of the way I was feeling they took to heart everything I said and are trying to do other tests to figure out what's going on. I appreciate it ☺️. Katie Rentsch"
"No one enjoys a doctor visit! But at GI Alliance I was literally checked in and headed to see the doctor within 3 minutes. Doctor was extremely friendly informative! She talked in terms we all can understand and explained the process and procedure I will be having. Definitely going back!!"
"Shelby Cochran N.P. is excellent! She takes her time to listen & worked at finding solutions to all my digestive issues. It took her careful plan of action, patience, changing the foods I consumed to achieve better health today. Thank you to all involved in my care."
"The facilities are well organized. I was seen in a very timely manner. The staff was very courteous and understanding and very supportive. My treatment plan was set up so that I wouldn’t be delayed and relief of my symptoms. I highly recommend this group."
"They where all nice and friendly.they listen to they problems you have answer questions u have and do all they can to help you with whats going on with you I highly recommend"
". They are fantastic. They go above and beyond. All are very professional, kind and understanding.I will continue to use them will refer them to friends, family and colleagues."
"My experience at the GI Alliance clinic was EXCELLENT!!! From the moment you walk in you feel welcome. Thanks to the attention of Shelby Cochran and the nurse who was also my interpreter, they were SUPER!!! with me well, all the staff; They made me feel confident, comfortable and in a very safe place. I appreciate your hospitality. Blessings💜"
"(Translated by Google) My experience at the GI Alliance clinic was EXCELLENT!!! From the moment you walk in you feel welcome. Thanks to the attention of Shelby Cochran and the nurse who was also my interpreter, they were SUPER!!! with me well, all the staff; They made me feel confident, comfortable and in a very safe place. I appreciate your hospitality. Blessings💜 (Original) Mi experiencia en la clínica GI Alliance fue EXCELENTE!!! Desde que entras te sientes bienvenida. Gracias a la atención de Shelby Cochran y la enfermera quien también fue mi intérprete, se portaron SÚPER!!! conmigo bueno, todo el personal; me hicieron sentir confiada, cómoda y en un lugar muy seguro. Agradezco su hospitalidad. Bendiciones💜"
"Dr. Paschal has been treating me for 4 years. I wasn't initially impressed or felt a connection. However, through the years I've come to value him and his staff with much admiration. He's the reason I'm alive today. I'm very fortunate to be his patient."
"This place is great and they are easy to talk with and figure out what’s going on . Great staff as well as the Drs and nurse practitioners💕 thank you !"
"All of the staff, nurse practitioner, RN,,phlebotomist at GI Alliance were professional and caring. I am happy with the care from GI Alliance would recommend Them."
"My experience at the GI Alliance clinic was EXCELLENT!!! From the moment you enter you feel welcome. Thanks to the attention of Shelby Cochran and the nurse who was also my interpreter, they were SUPER well behaved!!! with me well, all the staff; They made me feel confident, comfortable and in a very safe place. I appreciate your hospitality. Blessings💜"
"I love GI Alliance of Arkansas! They have helped me to understand my issues. They have given me treatment of issues that easy to understand. I will be back because I have an issue that requires follow up texting and treatment."
"My journey with Dr. Paschall began around 9 yrs ago. He’s treatment was aggressive with in hours of my test results. And I thank him every day for that. Recently I got very sick, and again he did the appropriate testing, & treatment. He has got me back in check & I am getting stable. He’s mannerism is kind & understanding. When my test results come in, I always get notified by his staff of results & if I need any different treatment. I thank you Dr. Paschall & your staff. Deborah Watt"
"Chelsea is very professional and yet compassionate, always listens to me and my concerns! She always answers any questions that I may have in a way that I’m able to understand! I would recommend her to anyone for GI needs!"
"My first time at GI and I had a good appt.Staff very friendly and helpful also Apn I seen was awesome and caring so yes would recommend to anyone I know.Thank You!!"
"Dr Wilson was the best she was informative and kind and really cared about how I was doing. Also love dr O’Keefe too I think I have the best care team. Thanks"
"Dr Ellison and his entire staff are the type of caregivers you only dream about. They come face you, well versed on your issues and determined to get resolve."
"Amber at the Dallas office was very helpful and nice. I finally got my questions answered. I had been passed around by other employees and Washington Regional. Amber took control, told me when she would get back to me. She got back to me that afternoon. Thanks Amber for your caring and go get it done attitude. We need more people like you Best Regards Nancy Reynolds"
"Hi I have been a patient for several years ,I love the service, and all of the workers are dedicated to your health, I will add that billing is terrible, I paid my copay and for months afterwards I was getting billed again and again."
"Amber at the Dallas office was very helpful and nice. I finally got my questions answered. I had been passed around by other employees and Washington Regional. Amber took control, told me when she would get back to me. She got back to me that afternoon. Thanks Amber for your caring and go get it done attitude. We need more people like you Best Regards Nancy Reynolds"
"Friendly, willing to take time to listen about your concerns. Offers suggestions on how to better treat yourself. Does have a lot of questions to go through upon arrival. Can use tablet or paper. Be prepared to arrive at least 15 minutes before actual appointment to answer questionnaire. I prefer the tablet so you can just press the next button to those pages that haven’t changed since last appointment."
"I have been a patient of Dr. Paschall's for several years, and have always been very pleased with his care. I recently moved with him to his new office, and have also been pleased there. I feel that he cares about me and is familiar with my case, thus giving me more personal advise than someone else would. I recently told him that I trusted his advise about a couple of different matters, and would gladly do what he recommended. He's a keeper."
"This place is absolutely amazing. This team of people set a new standard by which health care should be provided. I am completely in awe of their professionalism, knowledge, and exemplary customer service. Megan the office manager was the kindest person who went above and beyond to help get care for my mom. Pippa the receptionist, Shelby the nurse practitioner, Bailey the scheduler, and Laura the checkout receptionist were all very kind and professional as well. This team is the healthcare field at its best. They are definitely one rung above the everyone else. Thank you!"
"One of the best doctors I have, very little wait time to see Dr Paschall. He answers all my questions and doesn't rush through the visit. Him and his staff are very kind and polite people."
"My visits always go well and on time with Dr. Paschal. The new office is very nice, great views and easy to access. I get good care with GI Alliance. I definitely recommend."
"The staff, nurses and doctors are very friendly while being professional. They are well educated in their field of medicine. I waited less than 10 minutes in the waiting room before being called to an exam room.Things progressed in a very timely manner once in the exam room. Was told “I will call you tomorrow with tests results.” They did call and discussed the results and a plan of action to help."
"Great customer service and friendly staff. Dr. O’Keefe and Shelby are both excellent providers and actually take time to listen to your questions and concerns."
"I have used Dr. Paschall for several years and he is amazing. I was extremely impressed with everyone and everything at my most recent appointment. I have and will continue to recommend Dr. Paschall to anyone needing a caring physician."
"Everything was great with one exception. The nurse that called me back and asked the 1st questions seemed to be having a less than stellar day. I felt as if I were an inconvenience for some reason. It was later in the day and they are all probably tired, but being friendly isn't that difficult. I had a bad experience with a customer once. They described me as being politely hostile. Now I understand how they felt. Otherwise, everyone was great and very helpful."
"Cheryl listened carefully, asked questions, then discussed options with me. She also is checking on my diagnosis from my recent hospital stay. I could not have asked for more."
"The nurse who took me back to enter my medical info to the computer was excellent. I am disappointed in the attitude of the PA I saw next. She seemed disinterested and dismissive when I described issues I’ve been having with acid reflux. I have never sent a less than thoroughly positive response to a medical interview before today."
"Very friendly and respectful staff, took time to actually listen and talk about my symptoms and didn't make me feel like I was imagining symptoms like other physicians I have seen."
"Dr. Paschall & the entire staff were considerate, professional & made me feel at ease. The check-in process went smoothly & my procedure was on time (& it was late afternoon). When I went to pick up the prep at my pharmacy, I was informed that my insurance required a pre-auth for this particular prep. It was suggested I call the clinic to let them know. I did, & another prep was called in with new directions emailed to me the same day by the clinic. This was my first procedure of this kind & I could not ask for a better experience. Dr. Paschall told me my results quickly & he was very cool. The discharge instructions were easy to follow & they made sure I had emergency numbers if needed. 10 out of 10 recommend!"
"Very nice and clean office, building, etc. Very kind from the front desk to the nurses and doctor, explained everything Very well and give you the patient all the options but gives you the best professional opinion. Great care team."
"I love Dr. Sydney Vinson and Cheryl Walsh. They both are great and know their stuff. They have great bedside manner all the time. They care about their patients and are very easy to talk to. I've gone to them for years. I would and do recommend them to people."
"Have been patient since 2014 and every appointment has been fantastic. Everyone always friendly and knowledgeable. Also Cheryl is one reason I'm still alive. My wife and I love her for what she's done for us. She's very special!"
"I’ve been a patient with GI Alliance for some time, but recently after my husband’s diagnosis with cancer made it harder for me to be seen in the clinic - they gave me the option for a telehealth visit. Which helped my hectic schedule SO much easier- and my health wasn’t pushed aside so that I could continue to take care of things at home."
"GI Alliance great medical office, wonderful and warm experience from start to finish. Appreciate Dr. Sidney Vinson taking time to go over the procedure clearly and treatment options. Was referred over by my general doctor and can see why. Highly recommended."
"My first visit with Chelsea (NP) was ģreat. She was very attentive, listened to me and asked pertinent questions. She summarized my concerns, made her recommendations, and consulted with a physician in the practice and called me back in just a few days as she promised."
"This group is absolutely "Top Notch". While I don't know of anyone that enjoys ANY part of a colonoscopy, they are something we do for our health/life sustainability. GI Alliance of AR made the entire procedure totally painless and tolerable. Dr Paschall was great, the entire staff put me at ease. I would highly recommend Dr Paschall and GI Alliance of Arkansas!"
"Dr. Moore is an amazing doctor that really cares about his patients health, he take the time to tell you everything and leaves no questions unanswered. I highly recommend him to anyone."
"Everybody from check in to checkout were nice and professional. Easiest colonoscopy to date. I will definitely be using him again in the future and I will definitely be recommending him to my patients."
"Streamlined check in. Receptionist was very helpful Cheryl Walsh didn't leave me stuck in a room. Saw me on time and listened to me about my symptoms"
"Dr. Paschall & his staff are very professional & friendly. They made sure I was comfortable & aware of all aspects of my procedure. It was great that they also followed up AFTER the procedure to check on my well-being."
"I have seen a nurse practitioner for my needs. The staff at this clinic have all been extremely helpful, courteous and very professional. The one Telemed appointment I had was a great experience, as were the office visits I have had."
"I have nothing but great things to say about Dr Pascal and North Hills Endoscopy. They took great care of me and were so pleasant to deal with through it all. So I say thank you and God Bless You all."
"Dr. Ellison was very professional and was concerned about my well being. He had x rays done on me even though the pain I was having had nothing to do with his field of work. I appreciate him doing that because after tests at 2 other doctors they couldn’t find what’s causing the pain."
"I did have to wait for 5-6 mths and I have been very ill for a long time. I would have appreciated getting in faster. When I arrived I had to fill out my info again that I had already done. I didn’t enjoy that. But I have seen A LOT of doctors and I very much appreciated Dr Moore’s time and attention to my needs and the details of my case. I know I threw a ton of information at him and he asked questions and was very kind. I am happy to move forward with my care. He is moving us in the right direction."
"My provider Cheryl Walsh is amazing. She is kind but straightforward and makes difficult conversations much easier to have. I wish all my medical providers were like her. I can't say enough."
"I was listened to and a EDG was scheduled. It makes me feel like I may get some answers. It is always nice when they listen to you closely instead of just thinking that you’re a complainer and old."