I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding my recent medical care at Rio Grande…read moreGastroenterology, specifically with consultant Dr. Ralph Al-Halal. Under my physician's referral, I was supposed to undergo a procedure with a different surgeon; however, I mistakenly entered Dr. Al-Halal's office. Despite my informing him of my mental health diagnoses--schizophrenia and bipolar disorder--he proceeded with the banding of two internal hemorrhoids, ignored my pain, and demanded a second procedure despite my refusal. Afterward, he threatened to call the police on me when I tried to leave. I felt detained in the office for nearly two hours. I am requesting a thorough investigation and follow-up on this matter, as I believe my safety and rights as a patient were violated.

Both my husband and I have been extremely happy with Dr. Alhalel. Very experienced and professional…read moreoffice staff.

Do Not go here I REPEAT do NOT go here!! This place was referred to me by my son's pediatrician and…read morethe lady that work the front desk (Gloria)could give two shts about you or your kid. I was there yesterday for an appointment and she said come back today for results but she didn't mention I need to bring my son. We tried calling 5/6 times this morning to ask if we need to bring my son? No one answered and went straight to voicemail. My Husband got to the appointment half hour earlier than scheduled the door was locked "out for Lunch" and they finally opened the door at 1:40pm... Appointment was at 1:35pm. Long story short they finally called his name at 2:28! She also sent my husband home saying they need to see my son for results... Their next availability is in the end of January because the DR will be on Vacation. Really?? I gotta wait that long for an ultrasound result.

Super long wait times even with an appointment. Prescribes super expensive formula and refuses to…read moredo the proper preauthorizations required for the insurance. The office staff never answer the phone or return calls. We are switching to another pediatric gastroenterologist who takes care of their patients.

My family and I have been seeing Dr. Badiga for years. He saved both of my parent's lives and I am…read moreforever grateful to him and his care. He is one of the best doctors and is incredibly knowledgeable. We are lucky to have him in the RGV.

I am an RN in the Rio Grande Valley. When I needed to see a gastroenterology specialist, there was…read moreno question in my mind who it would be. Dr Badiga is a very knowledgeable physician with implacable skills and a bedside manner second to none. It should tell you something when nurses and other medical staff choose a doctor to not only care for them but their loved ones as well. It is my opinion that Dr Badiga is the best Gastroenterologist in the Rio Grande Valley.

My name is Mr R Garza, a local from mid R.G.V. I'd had severe gastro problems for about 5 yrs. had…read morelimit my food intake to an ash tray amount, went to several local doctors, filled several prescriptions that did'nt work and even went to see my V. A, primary Dr. I was constipated, bloated, weak, tired felt I was dying, I'd tried everything over the counter including prescription medicine. Dr. Phillips's experience, ethical and proper practice, found an intestinal bacteria infection that was deteriorating my digestive tract causing leakage and further poisoning my body. after completing a regiment of meds, prescribed by him I began to heal and have been free of any bacteria's of any kind, I'm eating well and back to normal. 4 stars because its a long wait between patients ;)

Nine years ago I was diagnosed by another Doctor in another city with Cirrhosis of the liver. The…read morediagnosis was made using various imaging and blood tests. A second Doctor in Harlingen, near where I moved after the first diagnosis confirmed the diagnosis and as good as told me it was well advanced and I should obviously completely quit drinking, bu I had the strong impression that he did not think I would quit drinking and the prognosis was not good anyway. Then I saw Doctor Phillips and while he confirmed the cirrhosis, he gave me hope that if I quit drinking my chances were good that I could live a normal lifespan as long as we monitored the situation. He also recommended though that I see the Texas Transplant Institute in San Antonio so that if my cirrhosis did worsen, I would have started the process of "getting in line". Dr. Phillips performs an annual endoscopy which initially showed large varices, but he did not recommend that we perform the procedure to tie them off initially because it would be better if they shrunk on their own, and they have and have never bled. He has also monitored me with semi-annual abdominal ultra sounds, and AFP blood tests to check for liver cancer. He has maintained close contact with my family physician who I see every 3-4 months and have comprehensive metabolic blood tests. All along Dr. Phillips has given me hope and compassion, along with excellent care. I simply could not recommend a Doctor more highly.