University GI & Hepatology
Gastroenterology • North Providence, RI • Since 1999
About
University Gastroenterology is a Providence-based, 24–member specialty medical group offering advanced gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), liver disease care, and therapeutic endoscopy. They provide both outpatient and inpatient services (including Endoscopy Centers at multiple Rhode Island campuses) and accept referrals. They operate seven offices across Rhode Island, with a main HQ at 33 Staniford Street, Providence. Contact: ugi@universitygi.com or 401-421-8800.
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
1515 Smith Street, North Providence, RI 02911
Phone
401-421-8800
voe@gialliance.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Phone scheduling for billing questions (likely via office), Message Us for contact – not a payment option
Languages Spoken
FAQs
How can I schedule an appointment?
To schedule an appointment, please call 401-421-8800 or click the “Message Us” button located at the bottom right corner of your screen and a member of our team will contact you within 48 hours.
What is the address of the North Providence Satellite Office?
1515 Smith Street, North Providence, RI 02911
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- WebMD/Vitals: 4.5/5 stars (18 ratings)
- Vitals: 4.1/5 stars (3 reviews (Vitals))
- Healthgrades: 4.9/5 stars (114 ratings)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and caring bedside manner
- Clear communication and patient education regarding procedures
- High level of medical knowledge and effective treatment outcomes
- Ability to put anxious patients at ease
Common complaints
- Difficulty reaching the office by phone or getting timely callbacks
- Occasional reports of unprofessional or rude office staff behavior
- Isolated concerns regarding physician responsiveness to specific patient needs or procedures
"Dr.Newton is a compassionate caring Dr. I have a lot of anxiety and he was able to calm me down and make me comfortable. I highly recommend him."
— WebMD/Vitals Review"No doubt Dr. Newton is a very good doctor. But it is impossible to reach not only him, but any living person in his office. All you get is an answering machine..."
— WebMD Review"Dr Ferera has one of the best bed side manners I have ever seen. I would not seek a second opinion i trust my life with him."
— Vitals ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Elisabeth Pollis – Cranston, RI | Gastroenterology — Feb 9, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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