Dr Bahar has been an extremely effective gastroenterologist. She is thorough, compassionate, and…read moreresponsive.

Dr. Bahar, Performed…read morehemorrhoid banding and explained in advance about my issues. I am returning today for more possible banding. She ordered suppositories which could also help reduce future hemorrhoids. She is very careful when doing the banding. Dr. Bahar typically follow Center. I recommend her if you are looking for a new gastroenterologist!

Dr. Jayaraman (pronounced "Jay Ram") is a dark haired angel who wears a white that wears lab coat…read more She has intelligent eyes and a winning smile. What else? Well, she has taken care of me three times: one endoscopy and two colonoscopy treatments. Each of my treatments was painless and with no fear. Before the endoscopy, I had problems swallowing. After the treatment, I can once again wolf my food like a 17 year old! (Fortunately, I have slightly better sense than a 17 year old, so I take small bites and masticate thoroughly before the swallow.) The two colonoscopy treatments were 5 years apart. She cauterized a radiation burn from a previous cancer treatment that I had so the wound would stop bleeding. I didn't know that could be done! When she told me that she cauterized the wound, I felt like one does on those rare occasions when you enjoy a fine dinner and the waiter brings out a special dish saying, "Here, chef prepared this special for you." I thought nothing could be done about it. With each treatment, Dr. Jayaraman provides a travelogue with photos of the procedures suitable for showing your friends! A picture of the digestive system that we all studied in the 7th grade with little numbers at scenic locations inside the colon showing the attractions: "Stop off at #2 to see the radiation burn. Stop at #4 to see a polyp and #8 is the end of the line where the colon meets the small intestines. The same photo journey came with the endoscopy also, but for some reason, I did not find that as interesting as the colon. After the treatments, Dr. Jayaraman will come to give a debrief of the operation. Have someone you trust be there to listen to the debrief because the drugs will still be working their magic. I do remember after the endoscopy she was concerned if I had felt anything. I told her that I did feel something and her face changed to concern, for which I assured her that what it was I felt was that feeling you get after you swallow a bite of a potato. I was impressed that she is so driven that each operation has to be done perfectly. (Not at all like those British doctors who think they are veterinarians... and I suppose the comparison is disrespectful to veterinarians all over the world.) What are those treatments like? I smiled when I told my friend that I was going in for the colonoscopy last week. He said, "You know, I really enjoyed it last time I went!". I secretly enjoyed each treatment also. The preparation of the cleanse is not fun, but the "Big Day" of having the nurse give you dedicated attention asking questions, poking you and attaching monitors gives one a sense of the leading man in a stage play. Being wheeled into the operation room everyone is cheerful and all about business. I had hardly the time to reflect about the thrill of being naked in a darkened room with 3 lovely ladies, music and drugs when I woke up and it was all over. That's always the way it is. Like a pleasant dream. That's why I look forward to 2025 when I can return to visit my Sutter sirens and Dr. Jayaraman.

very rude and unprofessional. had 2 other professionals tell me that I was misdiagnosed.read more

You will never meet a nicer guy. I saw him for a specific GI condition a little over 20 years ago…read moreand it was resolved. He's extremely easy to talk to, sort of a combination gastroenterologist and therapist. He really listens, which is rare in this specialty. Even though I now live almost 1.5 hours away , if I ever have another GI issue, I will not hesitate to give his office staff a call.

Johns-Hopkins trained, total integrity, compassionate, the absolute best MD you will ever find!read more

Dr Lustberg saved my life. I will always be grateful to him. If it weren't for him and his…read moreskills I'd probably be gone by now. He's amazing, kind and on the ball at all times.

Dr Lustberg was great. I had read some reviews about him that weren't so positive so I was a…read morelittle skeptical but he turned out to be a good listener and took the time to answer my many questions. He had a sense of humor and made me feel very comfortable. He did a great job with my Endoscopy. Would definitely recommend him.

Professional, discreet, and personal care for your Gastro issues. Nobody wants to talk about it,…read moreoften. However if you need a Gastroenterologist or are having digestive issues, you would be lucky to get Dr Hornberger as your Doctor. He and his staff are the best!

Today I got a colonoscopy reminder from Dr. Hornberger's office. I learned a couple of years ago…read morethat he passed away and was very sad to hear this. Dr. Hornberger was a very unique and extraordinary doctor. He gave me peace of mind when I was so scared. He also shared information in a professional and caring way. I'm so sad to know that he is no longer with us, but I'm sure he has a very special place in Heaven.

I just found out that Dr. Hornberger passed away. I'm so sorry for his family and friends and his…read morepatients. I was one of his patients and I can tell you I've never met a more caring doctor in my life. He was always calm, listened closely, answered all my questions. He was filled with knowledge that he wanted to share to make my life better and he did. What a huge loss to our community and to his family. He was unique and loved his profession.

I remember you. You kept decieving me, tests after test without any answers. And then you started…read morecancelling my appointments without warning, I even caught you sneaking out the back door just before my last appointment and having the receptions tell me you were off that day, and not feeling well. You don't know the meaning of "not feeling well." I know it's hard to tell someone that you don't know what's wrong with them, but grow a pair, you're allowed to be human like the rest of us, just stop being a useless coward.

I had avoided getting a colonoscopy for a few years after hitting the magic age. My GP gave me…read morethat look that it needed to be done and the momentum of the referral made it all inevitable. No one likes such an invasive thing to be done but you gotta do what you gotta do. The review is about Dr. Kohli but consider that there are several nurses, technicians and assistants that make this all happen and no kidding, it was as close to a spa experience as a medical procedure can get. The staff at Sutter Gastroenterology were some of the nicest and informative people I have ever encountered. Dr. Kohli spent considerable time getting to know me and exhibited a warm and caring bedside manner. He seemed like a regular guy...but a Board Certified regular guy! Throughout the process, I was made comfortable and never had any anxiety that someone was about to jam a laser tipped camera up my @$$. It is absolutely true that the worst thing about a colonoscopy is the prep, which tasted like hawaiian punch flavored cough syrup but I can't blame anyone at Sutter for that. In fact, I had the least objectionable flavored colon power wash available. The meds were good stuff, no hangover and I don't remember the procedure at all, one of them being an amnesiac. The staff made sure I knew who I was and what procedure I was undergoing which is nice to make sure I don't get an arm lopped off. So, if you are having any apprehensions of getting a colonoscopy, don't worry as these are the minds and hands of experts.

Shiroko is amazing! She has helped with ailments that most doctors have not been able to help…read more Everyone that I have referred to her was amazing, happy, and healed.

Dr Shiroko is the best! I started seeing her in September. I came to her deeply depressed,sick…read moremenopausal and tired,and I did not want to be put on antidepressants.With her knowledge kind heart and herbal supplements I am so much better.She truly cares about her patients.Note from my husband...PLEASE KEEP SEEING HER he says! Menopause sucks but Dr Shiroko can help make it easier.

Avoid at all costs. He's arrogant and dismissive, and doesn't return messages. He congratulated…read moreme that my type of gastric cancer "never metastasizes," and that I have a "benign carcinoid tumor." It turned out both were false. If you have a serious GI issue, avoid Sutter gastroenterologists in general. They may be fine for routine issues like a colonoscopy, but they're woefully ignorant in all else. When I asked another Sutter GI doctor who referred me to Dr. Batista, to explain what a "benign cancer" meant (aren't all cancers by definition malignant?), I received no reply. Go to UCSF instead if you need to be seen by specialists.

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