Gastroenterology | Lee Health
Gastroenterology • Fort Myers, FL • Since 1916 • Multiple locations locations
About
Gastroenterology at Lee Health (Fort Myers) - Lee Health is a nonprofit healthcare system based in Fort Myers, FL (founded 1916), employing thousands across Southwest Florida. - Services: Comprehensive gastroenterology care as part of a broad range of primary, specialty, and outpatient services. Location references include Bonita Springs/Estero and other Lee Health centers; they operate advanced GI teams within their network. - Highlights: Known for personalized care in multiple specialties; strong patient care rankings nationally. Includes connected services like cancer care, cardiology, orthopedics, and more. - Contact/info: Main phone lines and Fort Myers area access points available via Lee Health. Website: leehealth.org Note: If you’re specifically seeking gastroenterology in Fort Myers, consider checking their Fort Myers locations (and affiliated centers) on the Lee Health site for GI clinics, providers, appointment options, and services (diagnostic endoscopy, maintenance care, and related GI therapies).
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
9800 S HealthPark Dr Fort Myers, FL 33908
Phone
(239) 343-6202
IPO@leehealth.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: very positive
- Ratings.MD (Lee Health - Gastroenterology): Overwhelmingly positive (no single numeric rating shown in snippet)
- Ratings.MD (Heather Holfinger, APRN): 4.8 out of 5
- Ratings.MD (Dr. Augustine Salami): Not shown in snippet (154 Ratings, 76 Comments)
- Ratings.MD (Aamer Abbass, MD): Not shown in snippet (94 Ratings, 47 Comments)
- Ratings.MD (Daniel Murphy, PA): 4.8 out of 5
Patients praise
- Attentive, compassionate, and caring clinicians (patients repeatedly praise listening, empathy, and putting them at ease)
- Thorough explanations of care plan, results, and treatment options
- Professional and welcoming front desk/office staff and supportive medical assistants/nurses
- Efficient scheduling and help getting procedures/appointments arranged
Common complaints
- Referral and scheduling delays within Lee Health system (patient reported waiting much longer than the stated 3–5 business days)
- Some logistical issues/need to reschedule due to arriving late/follow-up with front desk (single reviewer narrative)
- Telemedicine context: survey questions about staff involvement/washing hands described as inappropriate for tele-med
"“Heather is in her care!... They were kind, considerate, professional, and thorough!!!!”"
— Ratings.MD — Heather Holfinger, APRN"“Dr. Augustine Salami was so kind friendly and caring... he took time to show me photos and explain In ways that I coul understand”"
— Ratings.MD — Dr. Augustine Salami"“Abbass asked for my story, listened and addressed all my concerns making me feel like I was his top priority.”"
— Ratings.MD — Aamer Abbass, MDSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Tito Velasquez, PA-C - Lee Health — May 29, 2026
- Rashid Mirza, MD - Lee Health — Jun 12, 2026
- Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health - Medicare — May 13, 2026
- LEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Facility Profile - FloridaHealthFinder — Mar 17, 2026
- Lee Health Surgery Center — Sep 8, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More gastroenterology clinics in Fort Myers
Gastro Health in Fort Myers, FL - Location: 7152 Coca Sabal Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33908 - Service focus: Gastroenterology care from Gastro Health’s network of specialists - Network note: Part of United States-based Gastro Health with multiple offices nationwide If you’re seeking endoscopy or CRNA-assisted procedures, this Fort Myers office is part of the broader Gastro Health system with other regional locations (e.g., Orlando, Boca Raton, Seattle). For specific services (endoscopy, consultations, wait times), contact the Fort Myers office or visit the Gastro Health site for appointment scheduling.
Summary: Fort Myers is not a listed location for United Digestive. United Digestive is a private hospital/healthcare group headquartered in Atlanta, GA, with four U.S. offices, but their publicly listed locations are in Georgia (Atlanta-area addresses). The provided material mentions ongoing recruiting and events in Fort Myers (Walk‑In Wednesdays on Apr 29 and May 6), suggesting temporary or partner-related activity there, rather than a permanent Fort Myers office. Key points: - Headquarters: 10 Glenlake Pkwy NE, North Tower, Suite 900, Atlanta, GA 30328 - Other offices: Atlanta, GA (1355 Peachtree St NE Ste 1600; Atlanta, GA 30309) - Industry: Hospitals and Health Care; GI practice management - Founded: 2018; Privately held - Services: Operational infrastructure for GI practices, revenue cycle, compliance, HR, marketing, ancillary services, clinical research, collaboration with 130+ GI physicians/APs - Fort Myers reference: Walk‑In Wednesdays events announced for Fort Myers on 04/29 and 05/06 (not a permanent Fort Myers location)
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