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Gastroenterology • Athens, TN • Since 2002
About
Athens Gastroenterology Center, PC is a private medical practice based in Athens, Georgia (founded in 2002). It specializes in comprehensive digestive health care, including evaluation and treatment of GI conditions such as acid reflux, Crohn’s disease, liver disorders, and other digestive issues. The practice emphasizes a patient-first approach, offers a patient portal and bill payment, and operates Athens Endoscopy, LLC for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, and related GI interventions) in a modern outpatient setting. They maintain two Athens, GA offices and focus on safe, efficient, and compassionate care. Contact: 706-548-0555 / 706-548-0058. Website: athensgicenter.com.
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
21 Jefferson Pl, Athens, GA 30601, USA
Phone
(706) 548-0058
agcfd@agcgi.com
Opening Hours
Mon - Thu 9:00 am - 4:30 pm; Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Sat - Sun Closed
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Pay Bills online, in-person payment
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What are the operating hours?
Mon - Thu 9:00 am - 4:30 pm; Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Sat - Sun Closed
Where is Athens Gastroenterology Center located?
21 Jefferson Pl, Athens, GA 30601, USA
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp/MapQuest/Yahoo Local: 3.5/5 (approximate) (5-6 reviews listed on platforms like Yelp/MapQuest)
- US News & World Report (Dr. Gregory Smith): 4/5 (aggregate) (45 reviews total)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Gregory Smith): 3.8/5 (likelihood to recommend) (32 ratings)
Patients praise
- Friendly and professional medical staff
- Positive experiences with endoscopy/procedure care and organization
- Providers perceived as thorough and comforting
- Effective diagnosis and management of GI conditions reported by long-term patients
Common complaints
- Difficulties in reaching staff via phone during business hours
- Concerns regarding billing practices and out-of-pocket costs
- Reports of long wait times or delays in procedure start times
- Perceived lack of attentiveness from specific providers during consultations
- Dissatisfaction with administrative communication and outdated information regarding COVID protocols
"My experience with Dr. Williams and all of his staff have been nothing short of amazing. From the very first phone call I made, I felt as if I was treated like a friend from he and his staff."
— Athens Gastroenterology Association Patient Testimonials"Front staff doesn’t emulate the treatment that I’ve consistently received by Dr Smith. Considering a change very soon. Too difficult to reach any PERSON in the phone."
— Healthgrades User Review"Everyone treated me in a courteous and professional manner. My concerns were met with understanding and interest. It was a very thorough question and answer session."
— Athens Gastroenterology Center Review PageSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- United Digestive Accelerates Organic Growth Across the Southeast — May 11, 2026
- Cinthana Kandasamy, MD | Gastroenterologist in Greater Athens — Jul 24, 2025
- Cynthea Wilson, DNP, ACNP-BC | GI Care in Athens & Watkinsville — Jun 5, 2026
- St. Mary’s, Dr. Lance McLeroy to open new GI practice | Trinity Health System — Sep 8, 2025
- Medical Partnership alumnus opens new GI practice - AU/UGA Medical Partnership — Sep 23, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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