Gastroenterology - Yale New Haven Hospital - Nationally Ranked
Gastroenterology • New Haven, CT • Since 1826 • 4 (North Haven Medical Center, Saint Raphael Campus, Shoreline Medical Center, York Street Campus) locations
About
Gastroenterology at Yale New Haven Hospital (YNHH) is part of a nationally recognized, nonprofit academic medical center. YNHH, a Level I trauma center and home to Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center, offers extensive specialty care across more than 100 disciplines, including gastroenterology services as part of its broad clinical programs. The hospital is affiliated with Yale School of Medicine and Yale School of Nursing, emphasizes teaching and clinical research, and holds Magnet nursing designation. As a top U.S. News & World Report–ranked hospital with a large transplant, heart and vascular, and neuroscience/oncology footprint, YNHH provides comprehensive gastroenterology care within a large, multi-disciplinary system. Key facts: - 1,541 licensed beds; nonprofit, teaching medical center - Primary teaching site for Yale School of Medicine/Nursing - Recognized for breadth of specialties, research, and patient care - Located in New Haven, CT; established 1826; operates nationally and internationally via affiliated programs - Contact: patientrelations@ynhh.org; 203-688-4242
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
Center for Advanced Endoscopy, 60 York St., New Haven
Phone
+8606503848
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What should I bring to my procedure?
Please bring a mask if you have one; if you don’t, one will be provided.
How can I schedule an appointment?
The page mentions Make an Appointment but does not provide a direct contact method or scheduling details.
Do you offer colonoscopy screenings and endoscopic procedures?
Yes, the gastroenterology team provides colonoscopy screenings and other endoscopic procedures.
Do you diagnose and treat a wide range of GI symptoms and conditions?
Yes, the team can diagnose, treat and help patients manage a wide range of gastrointestinal symptoms and conditions.
What testing is available for digestive and liver problems?
Diagnostic testing and services are offered to detect digestive and liver problems that are not commonly available.
Is there a wellness-based approach to digestive health?
Yes, our team practices a wellness-based approach to proper digestive health and improved quality of life.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals (Dr. Deborah Proctor): 2.3/5 (3)
- Vitals (Dr. William Ravich): 4.1/5 (7)
- Vitals (Dr. Michael Bennick): 3.8/5 (not explicitly stated)
Patients praise
- Nationally ranked specialty (U.S. News & World Report)
- Access to highly specialized care for complex conditions
- Praises for nursing staff efficiency and kindness
- Some physicians highly regarded for thoroughness and expertise
Common complaints
- Difficulty scheduling appointments and long wait times
- Reports of poor customer service and responsiveness from administrative staff
- Concerns regarding physician bedside manner, including perceived arrogance or moodiness
- Negative experiences with hospital environment, including cleanliness and room conditions
- Frustration over limited face-time with attending gastroenterologists during hospitalizations
"He has been a God send! I would highly recommend him, best gastroenterologist around! Straight forward and tells it like it is."
— Vitals (Dr. William Ravich) review"I found it really hard to get an appointment when I was very sick. I rarely actually got to see the doctor since they made me see the nurse instead."
— Vitals (Dr. Deborah Proctor) review"The only thing that keeps her sane is the wonderful nurses. Sweet, efficient and kind."
— LocalityBiz (Yale Digestive Diseases) reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Yale New Haven keeps its top spot on U.S. News Best Hospitals list — Jul 30, 2025
- New Yale Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center Responds to Growing Demand for IBD Treatment and Research | Newswise — Feb 9, 2026
- Dr. David N. Assis, MD - Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT — May 14, 2026
- Yale New Haven keeps its top spot on U.S. News Best Hospitals list — Jul 30, 2025
- Yale Medicine Takes Top Spots in National, State Rankings | News | Yale Medicine — Feb 2, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More gastroenterology clinics in New Haven
Digestive Health - Yale New Haven Health (New Haven) - Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) is a nonprofit health care system based in New Haven, CT, and is Connecticut’s largest health system. - Services: broad care network including primary care, neurology, cardiology, cancer care, and related specialties. Specific digestive health details are not listed on the page, but YNHHS operates multiple hospitals and affiliated groups in Connecticut (and in NY/RI), with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. - Key entities (affiliates within the system): Yale New Haven Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital, Yale New Haven Children's Hospital, and related hospitals such as Bridgeport Hospital and Lawrence + Memorial Hospital. - Size and scope: about 2,681 to 3,336 employees (varies by source), annual revenue around $5.9B, founded in 1996; operates a large network across Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island. - Contact: patient inquiries at patientinquiries@ynhh.org; main office location: 789 Howard Ave, New Haven, CT 06519. If you’re specifically seeking digestive health services (gastroenterology) within Yale New Haven Health, consider checking the Yale New Haven Hospital or Smilow Cancer Hospital pages under YNHHS for gastroenterology and hepatology clinics, or contact patient inquiries for a direct referral.
Northeast Medical Group (NEMG) is a Yale New Haven Health System-affiliated nonprofit medical foundation based in Bridgeport, CT, with a broad network of community practices across Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Westchester County, NY. NEMG offers a wide range of services through its specialties, including gastroenterology, and provides access to the resources of Yale New Haven Hospital and other affiliated hospitals (Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, Westerly). The organization emphasizes patient-centered care across multiple disciplines (family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, radiology, urgent care, and more) and operates with about 266 employees and roughly $42.1 million in annual revenue. For gastroenterology services or to locate a gastroenterology physician within NEMG, visit northeastmedicalgroup.org.
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