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Gastroenterologists in Grand Rapids–Kalamazoo, MI

88 listed in Grand Rapids–Kalamazoo, MI · Listings last verified November 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 88 gastroenterologists in the Grand Rapids–Kalamazoo area, most of them in Grand Rapids, Wyoming and Holland. All are physicians (MD or DO), shown with the practice's phone number, address and Google rating where we could match one. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Dana M. Stewart, DO

Grand River Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 2.8 (98 Google reviews)

Address
310 Lafayette Ave SE Ste 400, Grand Rapids 49503
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
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Medicaid
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Call (616) 875-2165 Website Directions

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Daniel H. Havlichek, MD

Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.1 (38 Google reviews)

Address
4100 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids 49546
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
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Medicaid
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Call (616) 267-7414 Website Directions

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Eric Nguyen, MD

Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.1 (38 Google reviews)

Address
4100 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids 49546
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
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Call (616) 267-7414 Website Directions

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Heidi S. Gjersoe, MD

Bronson Gastroenterology Specialists - Portage

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 2.4 (61 Google reviews)

Address
3304 Cooley Ct, Portage 49024
Telehealth
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Medicare
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Call (269) 349-2266 Website Directions

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Henry Dust, MD

Bronson Gastroenterology Specialists - Portage

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 2.4 (61 Google reviews)

Address
3304 Cooley Ct, Portage 49024
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
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Medicaid
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Call (269) 349-2266 Website Directions

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Jason S. Puckett, MD

Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.1 (38 Google reviews)

Address
4100 Lake Dr SE Ste 205, Grand Rapids 49546
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (616) 267-7414 Website Directions

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Jay B. Morrow, MD

Grand River Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 2.8 (98 Google reviews)

Address
310 Lafayette Ave SE Ste 400, Grand Rapids 49503
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (616) 752-6525 Website Directions

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Jeffrey A. Leinicke, MD

Trinity Health Medical Group, Gastroenterology - Muskegon

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.6 (23 Google reviews)

Address
1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, Muskegon 49442
Telehealth
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Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
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Call (231) 725-5075 Website Directions

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Jeremy D. Barber, DO

Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

Gastroenterology

Practice rating 3.1 (38 Google reviews)

Address
4100 Lake Dr SE Ste 205, Grand Rapids 49546
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (616) 267-7414 Website Directions

Last verified Nov 2026 Report a correction

In the Grand Rapids–Kalamazoo area

Our Grand Rapids–Kalamazoo listings cover West Michigan and the southwest corner of the state: Kent County, Kalamazoo County, Ottawa County, Calhoun County, Muskegon County, Berrien County, Allegan County and Montcalm County. That runs along the Lake Michigan shore from Muskegon and Holland down to St. Joseph and Benton Harbor, and inland to Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.

Grand Rapids has the largest share of listings, so people in outlying towns often check there first. Kalamazoo is the second hub, with Portage next door. Wyoming, Grandville and Byron Center add options on the south side of Grand Rapids.

Corewell Health, Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health-West are the system names you'll see most around Grand Rapids. Bronson and Beacon Kalamazoo appear in the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek area. Holland Hospital appears on the lakeshore, along with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals in the St. Joseph area.

Liver specialists don't appear in our listings for this metro. A gastroenterologist can often manage liver disease and refer you on, or you can look to the Detroit area for a hepatologist.

For GI care, Corewell Health has a Lake Drive location in Grand Rapids, and Grand River Gastroenterology is another option. Bronson Gastroenterology Specialists is in Portage, Beacon Kalamazoo has a Gull Road office, and Trinity Health covers Muskegon. Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals has a St. Joseph-area office. Holland and Wyoming have listings too.

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How to choose a gastroenterologist

A gastroenterologist, or GI doctor, diagnoses and treats problems of the digestive tract: the esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. People see one for heartburn that won't go away, ongoing belly pain, diarrhea or constipation, bleeding, Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, and for colonoscopies.

Start with the kind of care you need. Many GI doctors handle a wide range of problems, but some focus on one area:

  • General gastroenterologists handle most needs: reflux, ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, screening colonoscopies and follow-up on abnormal tests.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) specialists manage Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis over the long term.
  • Advanced endoscopists do complex scope procedures, such as removing large polyps or treating bile duct and pancreas problems.
  • Hepatologists focus on the liver. Many are gastroenterologists with extra liver training.

If you're not sure, a general gastroenterologist is the right first stop. They'll refer you on if you need a subspecialist.

Check credentials. Board certification in gastroenterology shows a doctor has finished specialty training and passed a certification exam. You can look up any doctor's certification for free on the American Board of Internal Medicine website [1]. Our listings show the credentials doctors report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification.

Know if you're due for a colonoscopy. Experts recommend colorectal cancer screening for adults ages 45 to 75 [2]. A colonoscopy is one option. Some people can start with a stool test instead. Ask your primary care doctor which test fits you, and whether your family history means you should start earlier.

Confirm insurance before you book. Practices change the plans they accept, so call the office or check your insurer's directory. HMO plans usually need a referral first. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary specialist visits; you typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible [5].

Ask where procedures are done. Colonoscopies and other scopes happen in a hospital or a separate endoscopy center. The location can change what you pay, so ask before you schedule.

Know when not to wait. Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds, black or tar-like stool, or feeling faint, confused or cold and clammy with belly symptoms need emergency care, not an appointment [4]. Call 911.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to see a gastroenterologist?

It depends on your insurance. Most HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor before they'll cover a specialist visit. PPO plans and traditional Medicare usually don't. Some GI practices also want a referral or recent test results before they book you, especially for a procedure, so call ahead and ask what to bring.

At what age should I get a colonoscopy?

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends colorectal cancer screening for adults ages 45 to 75. A colonoscopy is one way to screen, and stool tests are another. People with a family history of colon cancer, certain polyps or inflammatory bowel disease may need to start earlier or screen more often. Ask your doctor what's right for you.

Does Medicare cover a screening colonoscopy?

Yes. Medicare Part B covers a screening colonoscopy once every 120 months for most people, or once every 24 months if you're at high risk. There's no minimum age. You pay nothing for the screening if your doctor accepts assignment. If a polyp is removed during the test, you may owe a share of the cost.

What happens at a first GI appointment?

Expect questions about your symptoms, diet, bowel habits, medications and family history, plus a physical exam. The doctor may order blood work, a stool test, imaging or a scope procedure such as an upper endoscopy or colonoscopy. Bring a list of your medications and any recent lab results, scans or procedure reports.

How do I know if a gastroenterologist is board certified?

Look the doctor up on the American Board of Internal Medicine's free "Verify a Physician" tool, which shows whether they're certified in gastroenterology. Our listings show the credentials doctors report to the NPI registry, but we don't verify certification ourselves.

Sources

  1. American Board of Internal Medicine — Verify a physician's certification
  2. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force — Colorectal cancer screening
  3. Medicare.gov — Colonoscopies (screening)
  4. NIDDK — Symptoms and causes of GI bleeding
  5. Medicare.gov — Doctor & other health care provider services (Part B)