UTMB Health
Gastroenterology • Galveston, TX
About
Gastroenterology & Hepatology Services at UTMB Health Galveston - UTMB Health (John Sealy Hospital) is the Galveston-based health system offering comprehensive patient care, including specialty services in gastroenterology and hepatology as part of its hospital network. - Location: John Sealy Hospital / UTMB Health, Galveston, TX (multiple UTMB facilities in Galveston area). - Services likely covered: evaluation and management of digestive diseases (GI), liver diseases, endoscopic procedures, outpatient and inpatient care, and access through online scheduling and patient portals. - Access points: online appointments, medical records, billing/insurance tools, and telehealth options as part of UTMB Health’s patient care resources. - Contact: UTMB Health main line and local campus offices can be used for gastroenterology referrals and appointments. Note: The provided material confirms UTMB Health as the network (John Sealy Hospital) but does not list specific GI/hepatology program details. For precise services, consult UTMB Health’s GI/Hepatology department page or contact the Galveston campus directly.
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
Gastroenterology, Clear Lake Campus; 250 Blossom Street, 2nd floor, Suite 230
Phone
(832) 505-1600
utmbjobs@utmb.edu
Opening Hours
M–F: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- UTMB Health official provider profiles (e.g., Dr. Gabriel Reep): 4.94 out of 5 stars (based on 70 patient surveys)
- UTMB Health official provider profiles (e.g., Dr. Jose Aguirre): 4.84 out of 5 stars (based on 109 patient surveys)
- WebMD and Vitals (e.g., Dr. Gurinder Luthra): 4.0 out of 5 stars (based on 5 ratings)
- Birdeye (UTMB Health Gastroenterology, League City): Not specified (318 reviews listed, with mixed feedback)
Patients praise
- High overall star ratings for individual providers (frequently between 4.6 and 4.9 out of 5)
- Patients appreciate providers who listen to concerns and take time to explain conditions/treatments
- Professionalism and expertise of medical staff in specialized areas like IBD and liver care
- Positive experiences with individual clinicians regarding bedside manner and thoroughness
Common complaints
- Difficulties with appointment scheduling and long hold times
- Frustration with communication, specifically regarding follow-ups and test result explanations
- Concerns about the diagnostic process and perceived lack of thoroughness in some cases
- Dissatisfaction with administrative staff responsiveness
"During my initial appointment I found Dr. Corning to be a very good listener, while professionally asking detailed, pertinent questions. All the while being very considerate of my feelings."
— Healthgrades review for Dr. Brooke Corning"It breaks my heart to give a not-so-favorable and lengthy review of UTMB Gastroenterology... I'm afraid I can't give a more favorable opinion and keep it honest."
— Birdeye review for UTMB Health Gastroenterology, League CitySynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- UTMB Health - Find Care Near You — Jun 10, 2026
- Your gut may be trying to tell you something—UTMB Health explains when to listen — Mar 30, 2026
- UTMB bariatric surgery program earns designations for quality and excellence — Jan 7, 2026
- Primary Care Center for Galveston Island Whole Health — Mar 24, 2026
- UTMB All News Articles — Jul 7, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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