Gastroenterologist in Old Saybrook, CT - Connecticut GI
Gastroenterology • Old Saybrook, CT
About
Connecticut GI is a private gastroenterology practice headquartered in Rocky Hill, CT, with 28+ care centers across Connecticut. They offer comprehensive GI services for digestive and liver disorders, including biliary and pancreatic conditions, small bowel disease, pelvic floor dysfunction, and Barrett’s Esophagus. The network includes 4 offices (including Putnam) and a team of board-certified physicians, advanced practitioners, and support staff. For patients in Old Saybrook, CT, Connecticut GI provides nearby access to GI specialists through its Connecticut locations, with phone support at 860-257-4131 and 860-246-2571.
Clinic Type
Gastroenterology
Address
215 Elm Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Phone
959-223-1500
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Opening Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 9-1-1.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Trustindex.io (www.connecticutgi.org reviews): 4.7 (8831 total)
- Birdeye (Old Saybrook, CT gastroenterologist listings): 5.0 (Connecticut GI listing)
- BBB (Connecticut GI business profile): Not shown in provided snippet (Latest reviews present (count not provided))
- U.S. News (Dr. Sarah Canavan): Highly recommended by patients (rating value not provided) (Not provided)
- Birdeye (Dr. Sarah Canavan listing): 4.8 (57 reviews / 31 reviews (two entries))
Patients praise
- Patients praise attentive listening and that clinicians explain things clearly
- Patients report thorough exams and not feeling rushed
- Staff (including nurse practitioners/PA assistants) are described as friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful
- Patients express high confidence in providers’ competence and care
Common complaints
- At least one reported complaint to BBB alleges improper endoscopy related to hiatal hernia measurement
- Some reviews may indicate concerns requiring second opinions (from BBB snippet)
"“The entire staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The nurse practitioners are some of the best I’ve seen.”"
— Trustindex.io - Connecticut GI Reviews 2026"“She listened well and I never felt rushed. She developed a plan of care about how to move forward in making a diagnosis and shared that with me.”"
— Trustindex.io - Connecticut GI Reviews 2026"“DOCTOR: ... Improperly Performed MY Endoscopy Without Measuring MY Hiatal Hernia ... (I have proof of size with my 2nd opinion in NYC).”"
— BBB Business Profile - Connecticut GISynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Darrick Li, M.D. - GI Alliance — Sep 4, 2025
- Hartford HealthCare Digestive Health Center — Jul 23, 2025
- Hartford HealthCare Digestive Health Center — Nov 4, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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