Patient Reviews
At GastroArkansas, our patient-centered approach to medicine means that, above all, your health and well-being will always be our top concern. We are a physician-led network of providers that want nothing more than to help every member of your family reach their optimal gastrointestinal health so you can live each day with the greatest quality of life possible. When you visit our GI specialists in Little Rock, AR, you can rest assured that you are in good hands with professionals who are both knowledgeable and caring. To see real experiences from past and present patients who have been in your position, browse through the reviews below. Once you have finished reading through some of the reviews, reach out to us and let us know how we can help improve your GI health.
Reviews for GastroArkansas
"I love Dr. Gibson and her approach to my care! The staff is awesome, and the facility is nice and clean. I highly recommend it."
"I had 2 procedures done and I had the best experience. I had a panic attack before going in. The nurses let my husband come back and sit with me. The nurses gave me all the reassurance, confidence, and care. I had another anxiety attack as they were putting me to sleep and everyone in the room was so nice and caring. Dr Pennington was attentive and kept me updated through everything."
"Very good experience with Dr. Wardlaw. Answer lots of questions, easy to understand. Not pleased with end results of tests, but couldn’t be helped. Hopefully will have more success next time. High recommend this GI doctor"
"I'm usually seen on schedule and the staff are welcoming and a pleasure to conduct business with. Dr. Johnson is thorough and I trust and respect him. I highly recommend this facility and their services."
"This was my initial visit and I was very pleased with the staff and Dr Kakati. I feel like my concerns were heard, addressed and taken seriously."
"Dr was very attentive and asked many questions to get to know my medical history better."
"So perfect"
"Even though the nurse had trouble getting my IV in, the rest was smooth. I was told they would call me the next day but did not."
"I feel very comfortable with all the staff at GastroArkansas: Conway. Dr. Douglas Stokes has dilated my esophagus many times and he has improved the quality of my life so much. Crystal Brown is a wonderful nurse practitioner who keeps a check on my condition between procedures."
"Dr. Robertson was thorough in reviewing my medical records that I brought. We discussed the reasons I came to see him and he asked questions to obtain information I forgot to mention. He didn't seemed rushed in the time he spent with me and my husband. He answered our questions. I feel very confident in moving forward with him as my GI doctor."
"everyone was very professional and Holly was very knowledgeable about the procedure. overall everything was great"
"Dr. Kakati is a very professional, knowledgeable and caring doctor. He takes his time to discuss issues and solutions. He’s very thorough in his patient care. The staff are all very friendly, professional and caring. They all make you feel like you are in good hands."
"Dr Robertson & staff were very professional & answered all of our questions. They were really busy but I still got in a room 15 minutes before my appt."
"Everyone I have met here are kind, Effectiveness and professional. I value them highly."
"From the receptionist to the nurses and Dr Nutt I would highly recommend ALL of you to family, friends and coworkers ( I am an RN) Thank you all for truly caring about me and my experience!! Rosie"
"Very knowledgeable and helpful"
"My visit, while a new one in my colonoscopy journey and relationship with Dr. Kakati, was a good one. The staff, including Dr. Kakati...was friendly, helpful, and informative."
"The most caring people in Arkansas"
"Dr Johnson took really great care of me"
"2 good visits, schedule procedure."
"Staff is very friendly and helpful. Dr. Pennington listened and made me feel at ease."
"Dr Pennington is an intelligent man full of empathy. Makes you feel like you are important."
"Dr Morrison is a very attentive , caring doctor and very down-to-earth."
"Everything was done professionally and on time and patience the nurses and doctors were very courteous."
"Amazing and wonderful staff. All the nurses and drs are sweet and funny 😁 They make you feel comfortable and explain everything throughout the process. Definitely recommend to anyone!!"
"I admire Dr. Morrison's care and professionalism. Highly recommend her!"
"Friendly, prompt and professional"
"Pleasant, easy, fast, painless Would like to have been given a printed report specific to findings"
"Although we’re waiting on our procedures, I appreciated his relaxed, personable manner and his obvious knowledge."
"Super fast, efficient, very sweet and patient staff! Thank you so much for that."
"Dr Pennington and the staff were very pleasant. I didn't have to wait very long and he was very to the point."
"Informative meeting."
"I saw Dr Robinson in timely manner. He addressed my complaints and he ordered blood work which was completed, I was contacted in a few days to tell me the results and will see him again soon."
"Dr. Morrison and her team exceeded my expectations, again! She has consistently provided me with the best medical consultation services of any other provider I have ever visited. She sincerely took a lot of time discussing my medical history and conditions while assessing my medical needs. She was invested in listening to my life changing experiences, namely, the loss of my wife of 47 years and the rebound of resetting my life in marrying again. I truly believe she is a most caring physician dedicated to providing exemplary medical advice and services to her patients. Her peers should take note."
"Great customer service and they listen to you when you have an issue."
"Angels without wings!"
"Dr. Robertson is pleasant & professional. Explains info clearly & answers any questions or concerns. Would highly recommend."
"Amazing Doctor and staff. Very professional and at same time very accommodating and kind. I have been seeing him for over 20 years. Not one time have I ever been not satisfied with the outcome or their professionalism and attitude. Amazing Doctor and staff others should learn from them how to handle patients. Great people."
"Staff friendly and helpful,Dr.Wardlaw have information on in a way that was simple to understand,and answered all questions,was not rushed in visit felt like we mattered."
"The Doctor was very thorough they took more blood than I knew I had they were compassionate and made you feel relaxed while drawing your blood and they asked a lot of questions"
"Ms Angela did an awesome job with details and comforted me with answers to my issues"
"Great doctor"
"Very nice. The facility is clean and well organized. The staff is amazing. Dr. Wardlaw was excellent."
"This is the friendliest and most refreshing clinic I've ever been in. As soon as you come in you're greeted with a friendly face and smile. When I say everyone was so nice, every visit. Be prepared to be treated like a person and not just a patient or clinic. Love it ladies, may you all be blessed...."
"Gastro of Arkansas is a good place and we appreciate all they do for us Amanda and the staff in the Bryant Springhill office caring and kind and work hard to get us well and what we need. Dr Johnson has been my doctor for many years and I would recommend them for any problem you have in Gastroenterology."
"I seen Amanda Allen, APRN for the first time. She was very nice. I have a history of gastrointestinal issues. She was very thorough and listened to all of my concerns. She set up all of my necessary tests and procedures. I would highly recommend seeing her. She is a great asset for Dr. Nutt."
"I have been seeing Dr. Morrison for years. She is a compassionate doctor who sometimes needs a little nudging for necessary care that she considers extreme (in my case, anyway) but I appreciate that. I especially like going to the new location on Cantrell. The patient is greeted promptly and does no have to wait long to be seen by her."
"Dr Backstedt is a very pleasant person. He also listens to you. I would recommend him."
"Easy check in. Polite, professional staff. Very clean and efficient. Did not to wait long for my appointment."
"It was a very enjoyable experience everyone was very nice and helpful everyone was really polite Thaks PATRICIA ROGERS"
"New patient Very nice PA Glad I came here"
"Dr Wardlaw and the staff are great!"
"Dr. Backstedt is the best! He worked hard to find the best treatment plan for me and I’m doing really great now. I’m so thankful for him and his wonderful staff! I truly feel like family when I’m there!"
"GastroArkansas is awesome. They treated me very well. I was very pleased with my care."
"All were very courteous. Ashley was very helpful when I called back with info for them. Holly was very thorough, took lots of notes, asked many questions, had obviously read all my history, which was refreshing. That doesn’t seem to happen much these days….."
"I was treated professionally and with respect. I feel like each person with whom I interacted was caring. I am finally getting movement and answers I have been seeking for a very long time. I have regained hope that there is a solution and it is going to be reached."
"Dr. Davis took time to listen to my issues and recommend remedies that hopefully will work to my benefit."
"I had a great experience with Brent Fikes, APRN. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and listened to my concerns. Highly recommend!"
"Dr Robertson and his staff were awesome. They were very kind and helpful and Dr Robertson is amazing. He really helped me."
"Friendly and knowledgeable."
"Dr Pennington is outstanding doctor, listens and goes above and beyond to care for patients."
"Dr meziere is the best. Been my dr for 20 yrs. Direct and real. Gonna be missed for sure."
"It was an awesome experience. The wait was not long. The staff was very friendly."
"It was nice."
"The personnel are very attentive and polite. Waiting times are minimal. Test results come back in a timely fashion."
"Alway listens and will address problems"
"The clinic is almost always on time and everyone is very courteous. Really makes you feel at ease."
"The new offices are nice and great to be able to have procedures done in same spot! Staff nice. Like the portal for communication!"
"Dr. Nutt and her staff are excellent. They are very welcoming and thorough."
"Friendly and professional services. Dr. Pennington always listens and takes time to answer questions. The staff is helpful and pleasant."
"No one could help my issue until I got in to see Doctor Meziere. Saved my life! One of the best…….Boomer!"
"Always nice office to visit. Everyone is always so kind and friendly!"
"The Dr. Was very good in explaining the future course of treatment."
"I’ve had very good results with Dr Robertson the past few years. He always puts me at ease and explains things on my level. This is a very good medical organization with a good reputation. It takes time to sort things out but patience is important for treatment."
"They are great doctors! They listen to you and take time with you to explain anything you don’t understand.: Holly is great,compassionate and takes time with you! Thank yall so much!!"
"It is very pleasant and you all treat patients kindly and respectfully"
"I found them professional, kind and caring. They saw me promptly and listened to my problem with empathy!"
"Dr. Robertson is kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable. He takes the time to discuss and explain things with me. Dr. Robertson is good about remembering previous conversations and concerns and following up on those conversations. I have never felt unheard or trivial in his office. He has taken good care of me in the four years I have been seeing him. He even doesn’t mind if you yell hello at him in the parking lot at the baseball stadium. In addition, the staff that I interact with the most at the office are also capable and kind. Ashley at the front desk is a joy. Amanda, the infusion center nurse, is a skilled and patient practitioner. No one can insert an IV like that woman. She gets it’s right the first time, every time. She a pleasure to spend hours with tied to an infusion chair, unable to get away. In summary, Dr. Robertson is the Cadillac of gastroenterologists. With a host of supporting employees, he makes having to go to the gastroenterologist not THAT bad."
"Dr Nuitt was very easy to talk to and helped me with my problem. She didn’t just try to give me a pill she tried to find out why I was having this problem."
"Dr. Pennington is awesome!!! Wouldn't go to anyone else. He really does care about your health."
"Very personal and professional experience!"
"Truly a caring and compassionate Doctor"
"Very pleasant and helpful staff. Did not wait a long time. Everyone to office and medical personnel were friendly and answered my questions."
"I met with Holly Tratta. She was very informative and explained everything to me. I would definitely recommend GastroArkansas to my friends."
"Dr. Robertson and HollyTrotta are the very personable and professional they both take time to listen to me, answer questions"
"Dr Wardlaw was easy to talk to and attentive to my concerns. He answered all my questions and we didn't have to wait long to get in."
"Very professional, clean and thorough. Staff was great and Dr. Morrison is the best!!!!"
"The staff were very friendly and customer service oriented. Very professional. The APRN was so delightful."
"Dr. Backstedt and his staff were the best! I didn't have to wait long. I actually got there early and was called back early! Everyone was so nice and courteous! Dr. Backstedt was very knowledgable!"
"Ive been with GastroArkansas for years. I have received excellent care. Everyone is always friendly. Never a long wait time."
"Dr. Morrison is an excellent doctor. She is straight to the point and ask the right question pertaining to one's health. I am glad to have her as my GI doctor."
"Dr. BROWN WAS VERY THOROUGH WHEN ASKING QUESTIONS ABOUT MY SYMPTOMS AND WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND CARING."
"Dr. BROWN WAS VERY THOROUGH WHEN ASKING QUESTIONS ABOUT MY SYMPTOMS AND WAS VERY FRIENDLY AND CARING."
"Dr Robertson diagnosed my 2nd autoimmune illness. It had been overlooked by last gastro Dr. He listens!!! And I would recommend him."
"The staff is friendly and efficient. Dr. Robertson is thorough and personable."
"My procedure was painless and quick. The nurses were fabulous. Dr. Morrison was very clear and informative."
"Everything went great!! 5 stars all around"
"Everything was great! Very nice staff and no wait! The one thing I missed was the consultation time after the procedure with Dr. Meziere. Not sure why that didn’t happen as I have always had that in the past. Other than that great overall experience! Dr Meziere quite possibly saved my life in 2019 and he’s the only doctor I want to see!! Absolutely wonderful!"
"Very nice and friendly. Not a long wait time. I would recommend them."
"Great company to deal with. Very helpful and staff was a pleasure to work with."
"Everyone there has always been so nice & helpful. Dr. Johnson is my doctor, he always listens to my concerns & is a caring doctor."
"really nice, very knowledgeable, and would highly recommend."
"Great and friendly staff!"
"All of the employees were very polite and concerned about everything that we talked about. Very helpful in getting my appointment set up my needs."
"Very thorough"
"I did a review of Dr. Meziere in the past, & my opinion of him has not changed...5 stars all the way."
"Very pleased with my first visit. Personal was very nice and considerate making me very comfortable."
"Very pleased with whole experience!"
"Great staff. Dr. Meziere has been my doctor for 22 years and I love him. He is personable, caring and knowledgeable about his job."
"Dr Morrison is by responsive to questions. She cares about her patients. The nurses are always the same. I’ve been going here for 13 years and will continue."
"I had an ultrasound performed as recommended by my gastroenterologist. The tech was extremely polite and patient as she performed the procedure"
"The staff were helpful and caring. Rebecca made me feel cared for and not just a patient. They have been the only ones to actually help me through this horrible situation."
"Wonderful doctor who actually listens to you!"
"Dr. Robertson is worth the 180 mile round trip, as he is a great doctor. I would recommend him to my family and friends."
"I highly recommend Dr. Johnson’s gastroenterology clinic. The team there and Dr. Johnson are professional and courteous."
"Thorough"
"The staff was absolutely wonderful!! I will definitely be using them again in the future and recommending them to family and friends."
"Dr Davis is awesome. He is caring and thorough."
"Dr Robertson and his staff are the best. All of them are caring and compassionate. Dr Robertson takes his time with me so I never feel rushed, even when he is very busy and he answers all questions. I feel fortunate to have him and his team on my side."
"Professional visit with Brian enjoyed very much."
"Everyone was very courteous and helpful. The staff made me feel comfortable. The staff was very professional and excuted their job responsibilities very well."
"Wonderful doctor! Would gladly recommend him to others!"
"When are we going to it starts"
"Very nice people"
"Great visit today with this group of medical professionals!"
"I was very impressed with the attention afforded me when I made my first visit to GastroArkansas, Conway, Arkansas. I was treated with the utmost friendliness when arriving at the check-in quest station. I look forward to my second visit with GastroArkansas. Carl J. Barger"
"This Dr is the very best. I’ve doctored with him for many many years. So lucky to have found him years ago. 100% would recommend him to anyone or any place"
"Dr. Backstedt’s office is great! Very helpful and professional. Dr. Backstedt is extremely thorough and precise. He is upfront and honest with his patients. I highly recommend."
"Dr. Gibbs was very informative and thorough during my appointment. She has great bedside manner and I would highly recommend her!"
"Fast and very friendly. Overall great experience."
"I saw Dr Brad Jackson and he was very professional and I was very pleased. He did a great job and I will continue to come to this facility in Conway AR."
"Dr Backstedt was so wonderfully kind. His concern was for me and not about a hiccup with the insurance"
"Nice doctor and staff, clinic is well run"
"Through professional GI medical advice"
"Very friendly and informative."
"Everyone is knowledgeable and pleasant. The staff works efficiently. I would recommend this facility to anyone with a gastronomic disease."
"Wry professional and caring. Answered all questions"
"Check in was fast and convenient. Dr. Meziere asked questions and asked if I had any questions or concerns. Went over procedure and do’s and dont’s."
"Gastro Arkansas has a great team of medical professionals. I am grateful to Dr. Morrison and her nurses for taking care of me during my recent colonoscopy."
"Nice people and efficient and easy to understand, not so technical and cold."
"She takes her time and listens. We came up with a plan that I trust. I highly recommend."
"The moment I entered the office, I was welcomed. There were smiles on the faces and a willingness to help. When I was called to go to the exam room, the nurse again was friendly and understanding. Then the Doctor came in and discussed with me options & concerns. I’ll be seeing them for checkups regularly."
"I was very nervous and everyone knew it but everyone was reassuring me everything is ok and I was in good hands. Thanks to all the staff and Dr. Davis. See yall in 7yrs."
"Dr. Nutt is great she listens to your issues and very concerned, proactive and I would recommend her to anyone who needs a great Gastro doctor. She is awesome."
"Still waiting for lab results, otherwise no issues with visit."
"best experience, very little soreness. this isthe 5 th time for me and by far the easiest."
"I recently had a medical procedure with Dr.Nutt and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for the care and support I received. Dr. Nutt took her time and explained every step of the procedure in detail, which helped alleviate my anxiety. Additionally, the nurse, Tara, was incredibly comforting and understanding. She held my hand and provided the reassurance I needed to calm my nerves. Having high anxiety with medical procedures, Tara's support was invaluable in helping me get through it. Ted, the anesthesiologist was incredibly patient and supportive as well. I am truly thankful for the exceptional care I received from the medical team at Gastro Arkansas."
"Dr. Robertson carefully explained the procedure and and results of the procedure. The staff was friendly and professional."
"The staff was friendly and welcoming. The facility was very clean. I was seen timely. Dr Pennington was very personable and informative. Hi took the time to answer all my questions and discuss the plan for my care. I was treated with kindness and respect from the time I walked in until I left."
"Very through. Answered all my concerns."
"The whole office staff were so wonderful and kind. I didn't feel rushed at all. Explained everything to me about the procedure."
"Great experience, they listen to me and put my mind at ease. Really glad I made the decision to have the procedure done. Have already recommended my brother to go and encouraging other men to step up also. Thank you all again!"
"The staff were professional and kind. I appreciated their help with my procedure."
"Everyone at Gastro AR is extremely friendly and professional. They answer all of my questions and take time to listen to my concerns."
"Dr. Nutt is wonderful. Great bedside manner. Very thorough. Explains plan of care and addresses every concern."
"Checked in for my procedure. Not a lot of waiting happened. Went back, prepared, had procedure and got results quickly. Dr. Pennington gave a thorough report. His nurses and he, answered any questions I had. I was very pleased with the process. 👍"
"Very friendly staff. Got me in pronto due to unplanned medical situation."
"Short waiting, friendly and knowledgeable staff."
"Dr. Wardlaw took the time to explore all my symptoms, discuss possible causes, answered all my questions and came up with a pro-active plan that put my mind at ease. He is the best!"
"He cares about his patient's . He describes things so I could understand. I recommend him for your gastroenterology issues."
"Dr. Robertson spent much time explaining everything, showing screen graphics, explained procedure in depth & answered every question we had. We feel he will be our Dr and are confident we will be in good hands."
"Nurses are friendly make you comfortable and the place is really clean. Wonderful staff."
"The entire staff was so friendly, helpful and polite"
"Initial visit: Planning and preparation with an extremely experienced and capable professional helped to make this visit excellent."
"Staff was friendly and professional. Dr. Robertson explained everything and spent time answering questions. I felt like I was more than just another patient."
"Had a wonderful experience, everyone was very sweet and respectful. Everything was explained so well satisfied."
"Glad to get back into the clinic so quickly and working with knowledgeable persons. Thank you"
"Nice place. Very professional. They have compassion and offer healing care and great information. They staff are all so nice as well."
"I've seen Crystal Brown for my pre colonoscopy, she is very thorough and very informative."
"Dr Gibbs was very thorough in discussing the procedure, while also providing a comforting demeanor."
"The first appointment I wasn't impressed, however; the last few appointments have changed my mind. They have gotten very attentive, and I feel like they actually listen to me now. The lady at the front desk is so good at her job, and doesn't lose her cool when I am upset. She deserves a raise! Maybe the first appointment was just an off day all the way around, or maybe I was being overly sensitive. 🤔 Definitely check them out!"
"The team at Gastro Arkansas is amazing! They really listen to my concerns and include me in the discussion of treatment options. I highly recommend Dr. Davis and his team."
"I am happy that I am so comfortable with Dr. Robertson and can be very candid with him about my issues. He is kind, caring and compassionate."
"GastroArkansas is hands down the best medical service I have ever received in my life. Unfortunately due to my military service I have significant gastrointestinal issues and getting good care/treatment is sometimes challenging. However, Dr. Jeff Robertson is one of the best MD's I've ever had treat me for my issues. He's professional, knowledgeable, humble, courteous, friendly...just a great Doctor and person. The entire staff at GastroArkansas are collectively some of the best employees and medical professionals of any organization I've ever visited. I just can't say enough about them."
"They are nice and helpful"
"Dr. Kakati has been kind, truthful, and thorough. He is easy to talk to as well. His staff is always willing to listen and help. I was recently diagnosed with Cirrhosis and feel safe and cared for with GastoArkansas and Dr. Kakati."
"Dr Davis is great, listens and discusses with you a plan . I feel very comfortable talking to him about my Crohn’s. I feel confident in our decisions for treatment! Great personality and always a smile !"
"Dr Angela Nutt was so kind and helpful to me yesterday at Gastroenterology of Arkansas I recommend her to anyone in need of help Elaine"
"Our visit was excellent. We had all our questions answered and left completely at peace that Gary's health issues are iin most capable hands."
"Want a doctor that actually listens and cares? Dr. Nutt is the doctor for you. I appreciate how much she actually was interested in hearing what’s going on, what tests I’ve done/results of those tests, and things that have been tried to improve the problem, that way there’s no repeat tests/solutions. The staff is also very kind and caring. Highly recommend"
"Went in to get a colonoscopy done. Nurse Kaboore was a delight. Super sweet and nice. The doc, Jeff Robertson was a great dude. Super nice and informative. 10/10 would recommend using these guys!"
"Good"
"Great Job by all. Everyone there was kind And showed they cared for my health and comfort. They were all very professional and worked hard to make me feel special. Dr. Pennington took pleanty of time with me , explained everything and gave me an opportunity to ask questions. Every here did an excellent job. !!!! Thank you."
"From the front staff to meeting with Dr. Pennington was great. I really feel valued as a patient."
"I felt like he spent his time getting to know my symptoms and how I was feeling. Hopefully getting results back will help me to do what I need to get better."
"Holly Trotta was kind and knowledgeable, but not in a know-it-all way. She was was super nice. The comfortable talk was very helpful."
"Gastro Arkansas took care of all my needs in a very professional and timely appointment. I thought the total experience was above what i had expected. I will surely tell others about how kind everyone was and how thorough my appointment was..thank you again for such good service.."
"What say may sound trivial, but to us it is so refreshingly different. Dr. Davis enters the room, and sits down. There is no chart or laptop that he taps on or writes in as we have our appointment. He sits looking you in the eyes and really listens. Additionally, I have rarely encountered a physician who thinks and problems solves like Dr. Davis. My problem in coming to Dr. Davis is not simple, and many doctors before him just offered solutions to address the symptoms not the actual problem. Dr. Davis systematically tried solutions. I’m happy to say that through his diligence, I am better. Even if that were not the case, I would still appreciate his interactions with me and problem solving skills."
"We got off on the wrong footing. I didn’t think he listens to me. But I went back and actually told him my thoughts. He wasn’t a happy camper, but he listened. He study my test, X-rays and changed my medicine. Agree I needed surgery. But I would have to give him a 4."
"Staff was very efficient and got me into the room quickly. Set me up for my procedure and got my information back to me on preparing for it"