Finding a provider who will truly listen to your concerns is not always easy. Here at Specialists in Gastroenterology, our patients are always our top priority. Our gastrointestinal providers create a thoughtful, caring environment where you can feel heard and all of your GI concerns are addressed. You can trust us to provide you with customized care for you and your condition. Feel free to browse through our reviews, so that you can see for yourself the time and dedication that our specialists give to each one of our patients in the St. Louis, MO community.
"The facility and staff here are excellent. I cannot recommend them any higher. I have seen Dr. Thyssen twice. He is always pleasant and very professional."
"Dr. Erik Thyssen is absolutely the most caring, compassionate doctor I ever had. I LOVE HIM, the staff there was EXCELLENT. Thank you all for a very pleasant experience."
"Dr Thyssen and the surgical staff from AEC were very efficient and worked together as a very pleasant team. I would have given 5 stars except my phone call to SIG a week before the colonoscopy almost made me cancel. I called SIG to get a better clarification as to the pre-colonosocpy diet. Whoever I talked to seemingly got annoyed with me asking questions and I was told to stick to no seeds or I they wouldn't be able to do the procedure. How does anyone know they consider bananas to have seeds unless it's clearly stated. I found a diet sheet online from a credible university and followed that. Please include a diet sheet for patients to follow - people's interpretation of peel and and seeds vary. AEC didn't call me until the day before the case to pre-register me. For those two items I'm knocking off a star but the surgical team were the best."
"I never feel rushed in my appointments like I do at some of my other doctors. He is very thorough and you can tell he cares about his patients. 5 stars always!"
"Everyone on the staff is dedicated to making sure the patient is cared for from the moment they walk in the door until the moment they are taken to their car by wheelchair. Dr. Thyssen is one of the best doctors in St. Louis and I am in good hands with him."
"Clinical excellence + compassion and genuine caring wrapped up into one human being is the best way I can describe Dr. Thyssen. He is a skilled GI doc who listens, asks questions and works with you to make sure you are getting great care. I am a nurse and really picky about the doctors I choose for myself and my family - Dr. Thyssen is fabulous!"
"Outstanding performance of the colonoscopy. Dr. Thyssen showed care, compassion and competence. He is supported by an excellent , experienced staff throughout the process."
"When Tonya first took me back for my colonoscopy, I was concerned. She was not friendly or accommodating. She was harsh, hurried, and appeared very annoyed that I was there. After that introduction, the people got much better. The rest of the staff were friendly and nice. Dr Thyssen is always pleasant and I do have faith in his procedures."
"This facility runs like clockwork. The staff is friendly and professional. They make sure you are comfortable throughout and make you feel cared for."
"Dr Thyssen and everyone one his staff we welcoming and caring. I got lots of assurances and pats to comfort me. The Dr and all his staff are proficient and professional."
"The supporting personnel are all very efficient and professional. They go out of their way to make you comfortable. Dr. Thyssen is awesome. He is so positive and explains the test results very clearly. Even though it is years between tests, he never forgets you. He, too, is so professional."
"Dr. Erik Thyssen has a wonderful bedside manner. He made me feel comfortable prior to and after a very intimate procedure. The entire staff that worked with me made this go very smoothly and my anxiety level was very low. Thank you!"
"Dr Thyssen is a compassionate and friendly physician. He took the time to explain everything to my mom and myself, and made us feel comfortable with the upcoming procedure. The employees at SIG were all easy to deal with, understanding and made my mom's experience comfortable and stress free. SIG has appointments and procedures all in one building which makes for ease of patient care. There's no running the gauntlet of hospital corridors, registration and bouncing from one area to another. I would highly recommend Dr Thyssen and his staff."
"Dr. Thyssen is an OUTSTANDING doctor - the best! He is knowledgeable, his diagnoses always right on the mark and his skill impeccable. He is also a compassionate and caring doctor, a rarity in today's medical field. I would highly recommend him."
"I was very pleased with everything SIG. From the minute I walked in to the time I was released, everyone was kind, quick, and efficient doing their individual jobs. In particular I’d like to mention Tonya, who was right by my side every time I needed help. A huge thank you to all."
"All those involved were very professional and made the experience a more bearable one, considering that a colonoscopy is not a fun experience. Dr. Thyssen is amazing!"
"Dr. Thyssen is the best! He has a great personality and everyone I’ve spoken to has a lot of respect for him as a physician and as a person. He has performed numerous Upper GIs and Colonoscopys on me and I trust his expertise recommendations!"
"I have great respect for Dr. Thyssen. I have been going here for 20+ years as colon cancer runs in my family. He is very thorough and very knowledgeable. His staff is also the best and everyone does a fabulous job at this facility."
"You couldn't ask for a better Doctor, than Dr. Thyssen. He is kind, caring and knows his stuff ! He has been our Doctor for MANY years. Out whole family goes to him. Our Family has a long history of stomach problems. He is the VERY best ! And the other Doctor, Jennifer is a GREAT doctor too!! I can't say enough good things about them. They are like Family to us !!"
"Dr Erik is the best, he’s a Godsend, this was not my first time for a procedure with him and as usual he was kind, concerned and caring as well as patient. I would recommend him to anyone. God Bless you Dr. Thyssen"
"The SIG team is the Best!!! I don't normally do reviews but I had too for this great group...I have worked in Healthcare for 20 years ( so I've seen it all) and I can say that Dr. Thyssen and his team went above and beyond my expectations! This was my first experience with Dr Thyssen, my appointment / procedure went seamlessly from beginning to the end, this group is on top of their game!!! They were prompt with scheduling, my procedure , check up and results. They also were able to provide pricing for the procedure(prior to it being done) which eased my mind. All of the staff were very kind too. It's very difficult to find a doctor, let alone, a team of knowledgable doctors who truly listen to their patients and have a great bedside manner. Thank You, to the SIG team & Dr Thyssen for a great experience! You guys are truly a diamond in the rough these days!!!"
"Dr. Thyssen was very personable and patient in answering my post-procedure questions, as were his support staff. The experience was calm, smooth and very professional. I cannot rate Dr. Thyssen and the Advanced Endoscopy Center too highly!"
"Not something a person looks forward to but Dr. Thysseen made a note in his file the last time I was there about my playing golf and ask about my playing this time. Nice touch, making it more personable."
"I have been a patient of Dr. Thyssen for over 30 years. The professionalism on display in his practice is eclipsed only by Dr. Thyssen himself. I cannot imagine being able to find a more compassionate, dedicated person of medicine anywhere. He seems as much a friend as a doctor."
"I’ve been going to Dr. Thyssen for many years. He’s always professional, has a great bedside manner and makes sure you have all of your questions answered before you leave. When You have a scheduled appointment there’s never a long wait time. The staff is always very friendly and helpful, which I think is very important. Dr. Thyssen was recommended to me, and I’ve recommended him to several people. All the people that I have recommended to him have been very satisfied."