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Dr. Somal Shah, MD

Dr. Somal Shah, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Somal Shah, MD is a gastroenterologist in Miami, FL. Dr. Shah has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Gastrointestinal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Dr. Shah is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Shah specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Shah's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shah

3.8
21 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
14%
14%
3 star
0%
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2 star
10%
10%
1 star
19%
19%

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In the Ambulatory Surgery Center he made me 2 procedures: Endoscopy and Colonoscopy. He explained everything before what I was going to be done and afterwards when done with procedures explained everything that he found and answered all of my questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Loida Sosa – Apr 19, 2025
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Issues with Staff NOT Dr. Shah
I have been a patient of Dr. Shah for a few years and I think he is great. I have never had a reason to complain about him at all, my issue is with the staff, the waits are long and the office staff is not attentive. Trying to get staff on the phone for an appointment is impossible. At the moment, I am waiting for an appointment which was supposed to have been scheduled by one of his staff. Dr. Shah informed in our last visit, someone would get back to me. This was a month or more ago but no one has called me .I have tried on numerous occasions and today 6 times already and I am put on hold for long periods of time (10 minutes or more) and I end up having to hang up since I am at work. I have now at 3:40 today tried calling again, and the phone keeps getting picked up and hung up. This happened 4 times, I truly love Dr. Shah and would hate to change him but it is impossible to try to get his office to get back to schedule appointments and I am extremely frustrated.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2023
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No Calls Answered
Gastro Heath is probably not a good place to have medical procedures done because their customer service stinks. As a patient with any facility, I'd like to reach them for any inquiries about myself. I had a procedure on March 23, 2023; Today is 4/11/23, and I still need help to contact someone at Gastro Health, Dr. Somal Shah's office. I called numerous times to be on hold excessively and then hung up. The call disconnections were not accidents. I'm unsure of the circumstances with Gastro health, but certain things are Unacceptable for any business, especially Health care, which should be the utmost priority. People share information because I was overheard talking about Gastro Health, and someone pointed out they went through the same circumstances.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Apr 12, 2023
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Unfortunately although he is a great doctor, the lack of follow up and customer service tarnishes everything. I was in the worst pain of my life after surgery and no one bothered checking on me after a dozen calls to his office.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Rene P – Dec 09, 2022
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Office is horrible!!! I was unable to get my medication. Keeps telling me to call different numbers and blaming insurance and pharmacy on their negligence. When asked to speak with doctor, he is unavailable and does not call back EVER. Worst experience, stay away from Gastro Health.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 17, 2021
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He real tell you what is going on and does not sidetrack you Honesty and Professional to the Max !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rolando Garcia in MIAMI, FL – May 27, 2019
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This physician listened and answered all my questions. I will recommend to family and friends. The staff was amazing and very helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Maria in MIami, FL – Jul 16, 2018
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I just came back from a first appointment with Dr. Shah and he was great. He took plenty of time to explain things to me, let me ask a lot of questions, and most importantly, listened carefully while I described my symptoms (which took a while). Would definitely recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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D in Miami – Jun 08, 2018
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this facility is a joke, previous reviews may say this doctor is very knowledgeable etc, but doesn't matter how knowledgeable when the patient skills and customer service sucks. I had to call , and I am not kidding , 7 times and yet I was not able to speak with him in regards to my lab results. I was told I will receive a call back, which i never did, every time I had to call, and be ready to be on the phone each call for long time because they just placed you on hold!.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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carlos in MIAMI – Apr 20, 2018
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The wait was long but very much worth it. This Dr. is amazing! He is extremely knowledgeable. He always calls me back with results and always returns my calls. I am very happy with him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Miami, FL – Sep 21, 2016
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Amazing doctor. This Dr. is so knowledgeable, He cares very much about my health. Has great bed side manners.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Miami, FL – Sep 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I practice general gastroenterology and hepatology including procedures such as upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, and feeding tube placement. I treat a variety of conditions, including abcenses of stomach, pancreas, liver and gall bladder.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Miami

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Northwestern University

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Shah is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Mercy Hospital

      3663 S Miami Ave
      Miami, FL 33133
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards
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