Dr Barkin is amazing!!!! I had a serious health scare and he was so attentive and kind…read more Professional and friendly staff. Dr Barkin is the best of Northern Virginia. Highly recommend!!!!!

Saw Dr. Malholtra for ulcer pain, he did an endoscopy and told me to take omeprozole twice a day…read moreand the ulcers healed after that.

Dr. Dougherty really took the time talk to us, he answered all our questions and successfully…read morecalmed us down. He explained the condition and we left his office with huge weight off my shoulders. I really like his calm and patient attitude. His recommendations really show he's a thoughtful and skilled doctor. I'm so happy to found him!!

I went to this doctor complaining of significant stomach pain and left feeling completely…read moredismissed. Instead of taking the time to listen to my symptoms or run any tests, I was told that it was "probably related to my BMI" and that I should "start eating healthier." No bloodwork, no imaging, no real evaluation--just assumptions. What makes this even more frustrating is that I had already lost 60 pounds and was eating extremely healthy. Had the doctor taken even a moment to review my chart or actually listen to me, they would have known that. This wasn't simple heartburn, and I made that clear. Unfortunately, my condition worsened, and it turned out I had a gallbladder infection that ultimately ruptured, leading to a much more serious situation and a longer, more painful recovery. If my concerns had been taken seriously from the beginning, this could very likely have been caught and treated much earlier. Patients are more than a BMI. Dismissing someone's symptoms based on assumptions instead of proper medical evaluation is not only frustrating--it can be dangerous. I strongly encourage this practice to take the time to truly listen to patients and consider their full medical history before making conclusions.

After waiting for three weeks for an examination for chronic stomach pain, I was contacted the…read moremorning of my appointment and told that my examination had been cancelled due to "unforeseen events." When I called to reschedule they told me that the next available appointment would be in four weeks! Seriously, F*** Gastro Health!

I can highly recommend Dr. Hally; however, I especially want to recognize his scheduling assistant,…read moreAnnie. Because I live out of state, my appointment required careful planning--including booking a hotel, arranging a dog sitter, and coordinating other medical visits. You can imagine how upsetting it was to learn that my appointment might need to be moved. When I explained my situation, Annie responded with genuine empathy and assured me she would do everything she could to help. To my surprise and relief, she was able to keep me on the same day by finding a later appointment time. I was truly impressed by her responsiveness and willingness to go the extra mile. Dr. Hally and Annie make a wonderful team, and while a colonoscopy is never a pleasant experience, their professionalism and compassion made a challenging situation much easier.

I have had it with this place. These people have no consideration for patients, their time, or…read moretheir pain. I have called four times this past week to get refills on my prescription. I kept receiving the same vague response: "We will send a message to Dr. Ansher/his medical assistant". FOUR TIMES. Nothing happens. No refill. No call back. Not even an explanation or a suggestion that I come in for an appointment. I am about to run out of medication and could end up in pain with my GERD, which can cause gastritis and ulcers. I last called this morning and was told (after being on hold for a while) that I would hear something or get a refill by the end of the day. Still nothing. What is going on? Seriously? Apparently Dr. Ansher was out of office all last week (no one told me), and he was in procedures today, but still couldn't find time to refill my prescription? That is unacceptable. Go elsewhere unless you like dealing with people who keep blowing you off.

I wanted to update that my issues were finally diagnosed - DIVERTICULITIS!!! Why the hell this Dr…read more Barkin never ordered a CT scan as the colon surgeon I saw did which clearly showed the issue!! What type of Gastroenterologist upon listening to a patients symptoms, practically crying and begging for help NOT ISSUE A CT SCAN!! I wonder if his license is even still good. Needless to say I will never-ever darken the doors of this practice again. You all should listen to what I'm saying and find a caring and competent doctor!

I'm already like WTF. I'm sitting in the lobby about to just walk TFO. After starving for two days,…read moreI try checkin for my appointment but learn his staff forgot to schedule it. Of course, anyone would flip out when they say "you don't have an appointment". Next, the receptionist says it her fault but asks me to wait or come back. What am I supposed to do with that nonsense?! I practically had to demand and appointment. Which I'm getting 3 hours after my scheduled time, as I continue to fight hunger pain and my disgust with his staff. One hour later, I was still thinking about just walking out and paying another doctor. Keeping this appointment after read his reviews...I decided to sit at the hospital pissed off and suffering for a few more hours. This is a huge inconvenience

Dr. Hally did a complete medical exam and diagnosis of my abdominal pain. It had lasted 3 weeks…read more I highly recommend Dr. Hally for his knowledge, skill and compassion. He was an excellent listener and he took the time to respond to all my questions.

I have BCBS (primary) and Tricare (secondary). The office is listed as accepting new patients in…read moreboth insurances but they REFUSE to accept new Tricare patients, period. This is unacceptable and unprofessional since they will get their BCBS contract payment regardless of whether Tricare pays or not. I called both insurances and confirmed that the status of the practice. They are under contract as in-network providers accepting new patients in both insurance plans but they refuse to accept patients that served in our military forces and risked their lives for our country...... To be clear, I have no experience with the doctor himself, I've heard good things about the office but I can't get an appointment.

Dr. Alan Ansher has been our family doctor for more than 25 years. My whole family has been and…read morestill going to see him for any gastrointestinal checkups or issues. I finally convinced my sister to do a colonoscopy and she couldn't stop talking how nice, helpful and professional everyone was. Dr. Ansher cured my mom's liver about 6 years ago. My whole family has trust and respect for Dr. Ansher Alan. Thank you for all your help to keep us healthy.

Dr Ansher doesn't care about his patients. I was under his care for over a decade and felt safe…read morewith him. Now because I have cancer and am on Medicare he will not see me! I'm not even 65 yet.... Do your Research and get a Dr who cares about your individual health.

Only wants to treat patients that have insurance that pays a lot…read more.. Does not participate with Tricare (Military Insurance) ...Freedom isn't Free to this Doctor....Nor Medicare....You will be there one day too Sir.....

This review is more about the GI Endoscopy Center with which Dr. Ellison is affiliated…read more I scheduled a colonoscopy with Dr. Ellison and did the prep appointment, which went well with a review with a PA and then colonoscopy prep instructions before I left. The first concern came when I brought home the bag of prep mix from the pharmacy, which was not the product that I had been given instructions for. After a couple of days of text contact (apparently the office's preferred method for patients to contact) that was resolved. Next, the prep instructions were very poorly and unprofessionally composed, with "continue on back" with no back page and moving from step 2 to step 4. Then the office calls and leaves a message with an estimated amount to be paid upon arrival fro the procedure. There should have been no upfront charge for a routine colonoscopy with my insurance coverage. That took a 3 way conference call with the office, my medical insurance provider and myself to resolve. The procedure went well, but after waking up post procedure I was surprised to find that I did not have a mask on my face. It was simply gone. I am careful about wearing a mask due to Covid precautions and am disappointed that a medical office would not operate with better care. The office needs to clean up some of these issues, and it appears that at least the prep instructions have been edited for a clearer and more professional presentation after my feedback regarding this. My interaction with Dr. Ellison after the colonoscopy was brief. I was given a printout of images taken during the procedure as summary, which was sufficient.

I have BCBS (primary) and Tricare (secondary). The office is listed as accepting new patients in…read moreboth insurances but they REFUSE to accept new Tricare patients, period. This is unacceptable and unprofessional since they will get their BCBS contract payment regardless of whether Tricare pays or not. I called both insurances and confirmed that the status of the practice. They are under contract as in-network providers accepting new patients in both insurance plans but they refuse to accept patients that served in our military forces and risked their lives for our country...... To be clear, I have no experience with the doctor herself, I've heard good things about the office but I can't get an appointment.