Business Details
42 Years
experience
Expert Gastroenterology Care in Chattanooga
Established in 1984, our practice delivers specialized gastroenterology care with a focus on precision diagnostics and advanced treatment options. Our team of board-certified professionals combines decades of experience with state-of-the-art technology to address complex gastrointestinal conditions. We prioritize patient education, personalized treatment plans, and compassionate care in every interaction. Our facility features cutting-edge endoscopy suites and an on-site infusion center for comprehensive management of digestive disorders. Through continuous medical education and adherence to clinical best practices, we maintain leadership in GI healthcare within Chattanooga.Our commitment to excellence extends to preventive screenings, chronic condition management, and innovative therapies like biologic treatments for inflammatory bowel disease. We collaborate closely with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care while maintaining direct communication with patients throughout their treatment journey. This approach has earned us recognition through patient satisfaction awards and consistent positive feedback from our community.
Services
Colonoscopy
Endoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Capsule Endoscopy
ERCP
Upper GI Endoscopy
Infliximab Therapy
Crohn's Disease Treatment
GERD Management
Liver Disease Care
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Board-certified gastroenterologist with 40+ years local experience
- On-site high-definition endoscopy suite with dedicated recovery area
- Specialized IBD treatment with biologic therapies like Infliximab
- Comprehensive preventive screening programs compliant with ACA guidelines
- Direct patient communication with electronic portal access
What people say
Exceptional nursing care
Thorough explanations
Modern equipment
Effective treatment plans
Personalized attention
Services
Colonoscopy
Diagnostic examination of the large intestine using advanced endoscopic technology. This procedure enables early detection of colorectal cancer and polyps while allowing for therapeutic interventions during the same session. Our facility maintains strict sterilization protocols and employs high-definition imaging systems for enhanced diagnostic accuracy.
Infliximab Therapy
Targeted immunosuppressive therapy for inflammatory bowel disease administered through intravenous infusion. Our dedicated infusion center provides monitored treatment sessions with personalized hydration and medication protocols to manage Crohn's disease symptoms effectively.
Capsule Endoscopy
Non-invasive imaging procedure using ingestible camera technology to visualize the small intestine. This diagnostic tool helps identify sources of bleeding, tumors, and inflammatory conditions in areas inaccessible to traditional endoscopy methods.
ERCP
Specialized procedure combining endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat pancreaticobiliary disorders. Our physicians perform therapeutic interventions for bile duct stones, strictures, and pancreatic conditions using advanced endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography techniques.
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Diagnostic evaluation of the rectum and sigmoid colon using flexible endoscopic technology. This procedure aids in detecting inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulosis, and colorectal abnormalities with minimal patient discomfort.
People
Michael W. Goodman
Board-Certified Gastroenterologist
Dr. Goodman Michael W Md PC graduated from Indiana University and completed gastroenterology fellowship at University of Minnesota. He has practiced in Chattanooga since 1984, maintaining board certification in internal medicine and gastroenterology while serving on multiple hospital medical staffs.
Caitlin Grant Collier
Family Nurse Practitioner
Caitlin earned her MSN from East Tennessee State University and holds ANCC board certification. With clinical experience in cardiology and neurology, she provides patient education and coordinated care as integral member of our gastroenterology team.
Questions
What GI conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating acid reflux, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disorders, pancreatic conditions, and colorectal diseases using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer same-day endoscopy procedures?
Our on-site endoscopy suite accommodates scheduled procedures with pre-arranged preparations and post-procedure recovery monitoring.
How should I prepare for a colonoscopy?
Follow specific prep instructions for Colyte, PLENVU, or SUPREP solutions based on your physician's recommendations to ensure optimal bowel cleansing.
Is Infliximab covered by insurance?
Most commercial plans and Medicare cover Infliximab for qualifying inflammatory bowel disease diagnoses with prior authorization.
What makes your practice different?
Combining 40+ years local experience with modern technology, we offer personalized care through board-certified expertise and dedicated patient support.
Reviews (7)
WilliamH Hicks
Jun 07, 2022
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OUTSTANDING CARE! Every staff person was supremely professional, proficient and personable! Dr. Michael Goodman is world class and his support team is top drawer.
Holly F.
Apr 14, 2022
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Excellent care from LPN Stephanie but front office staff was unprofessional and unhelpful- their lack of action delayed my procedures for almost a month. Office manager Suzanne was rude and unconcerned with finding solutions to the issues, will seek care elsewhere.
George Mateu
Mar 03, 2022
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If you're handicapped, no reason to go there, you better be 100% able, they refused to fill paperwork for my appointment.
J. Mark Bowers
May 28, 2021
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Audrey who works in this office does not return phone calls and creates barriers to patient access to healthcare. After an exhausting chase for months, I finally called another local GI and had an appointment and paperwork completed within an hour. From reviews, it appears that Dr. Goodman is a great healthcare provider, but due to the incompetence of this office staff member, my trust has been broken and I cannot recommend him. Respectfully, J. Mark
Jack Lawrence
Mar 19, 2021
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Their office contacted me for an appointment because my Primary sent them a referral.they must have left me on hold for at least 10 Min. I hung up and called back and she apologized and said "hang on I'll get the Nurse in just a few seconds".I could tell that being on hold was going to be another adventure. HORRIBLE office staff. I had to call them back and tell them &%$#)*O^! Good luck getting through. (One star was too many)
No Name
Dec 31, 2020
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They would rather waste your time than help you. " Maybe you would rather find a different gastroenterologist doctor" this, after waiting three days for a call back to make an appointment! I guess I will have to.
Tracy Adkins
Mar 05, 2020
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I loved Dr Goodman. He sat down listened to all that was going on. Didn't seem to be in a hurry to get to the next patient. Explained things well to me and answered my questions.
