Patient Finds Answers Through Timely GI Evaluation at ASC
Discover how one patient found answers for chronic digestive issues at an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
Clifton’s Leading GI Specialists Dedicated to Patient Care
Our Clifton gastroenterologists and staff at Affiliated Endoscopy Services of Clifton are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the community in our quest to lower colon cancer rates and treat an array of digestive diseases, including Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Affiliated Endoscopy Services of Clifton is skilled in performing a myriad of digestive procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy and small bowel enteroscopy.
We believe in compassionate medicine where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We hold ourselves to the highest of standards as the center is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
For Your Visit
Our gastroenterologists and staff at Affiliated Endoscopy Services of Clifton are committed to ensuring your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from your first office visit through your post-procedure follow-up. To assist us, we ask you read and comply with all guidelines.
We’re pleased to announce our partnership with StopColonCancerNow.com to help boost colon cancer screenings and prevention for residents in the Clifton area.
Patient Forms
At Affiliated Endoscopy Services of Clifton, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. Upon scheduling your surgery, a member of our staff will provide you with the required forms to fill out.
Insurance and Billing
Affiliated Endoscopy Services of Clifton accepts most major insurance. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance carrier; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover.
Dear Dr. Ravi, I am writing to formally share my deeply disappointing experience during the colonoscopy procedure I underwent today, in the hope that my feedback may help improve the quality of care provided to future patients. Unfortunately, from the front desk staff to the nursing team, there appeared to be a serious lack of professionalism, organization, and empathy throughout the entire process. Two weeks ago, I accompanied a relative during a similar procedure at Hackensack Hospital, and witnessing the difference in patient care there made today’s experience even more concerning. Although my appointment was scheduled for 1:45 PM, I was asked to arrive at 12:00 PM and was not taken in for the procedure until nearly 3:00 PM. Considering the physical and emotional discomfort patients experience before a colonoscopy, I believe you can understand how difficult and exhausting such a prolonged wait can be. What disturbed me even more was the behavior of the anesthesiologist. The communication and manner were extremely rude and lacking basic compassion. The way the oxygen tubing was thrown onto me and the overall dismissive attitude were deeply upsetting. Furthermore, waking up during the procedure itself was a very distressing experience. After the procedure, when I politely asked whether I could remain lying down a little longer because I did not feel well, the nurse responded harshly, stating that there were other patients waiting and that I had to get up immediately. After hours of fasting and discomfort, the only thing offered in a rather insensitive manner was a small apple juice. In summary, Dr. Ravi, while I appreciate your medical expertise, I regret to say that I will not be returning to your practice. Being a good physician alone is not sufficient; it is equally important to surround oneself with capable, compassionate, and professional staff who reflect the same standards of care. I sincerely hope this message encourages meaningful improvements that will benefit your future patients. Respectfully, Nurten Kutlu