MGA Gastrointestinal Diagnostic and Therapeutic Center

The gastroenterologists and staff at MGA Gastrointestinal Diagnostic and Therapeutic Center are dedicated to providing quality, affordable care to the greater New Orleans 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).

MGA Gastrointestinal Diagnostic and Therapeutic Center is skilled in performing a myriad of digestive procedures, including colonoscopy, esophageal dilation, flexible sigmoidoscopy, upper endoscopy and small bowel enteroscopy.

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For Your Visit

Our New Orleans gastroenterologists and staff at MGA Gastrointestinal Diagnostic and Therapeutic Center 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 Greater New Orleans area.

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At MGA Gastrointestinal Diagnostic and Therapeutic Center, 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.

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Insurance and Billing

MGA Gastrointestinal Diagnostic and Therapeutic Center 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.

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4.9 /5

2,325 Reviews

May 21, 2026

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I had a great experience. The staff was very pleasant and professional. I was a little nervous about being under anesthesia and the nurse was wonderful! Thank you for your caring heart and support. Everyone was exceptional.

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I was seen right away. Dr Guider thoroughly explained what might be happening with my issue. I booked a time for a procedure which happened within a reasonable timeline. The nurses during the procedure were thorough. The procedure was quick with Dr Guider explaining what she found. I was pleased. Everything went according to plan.

I cannot recommend this facility highly enough for anyone needing a colonoscopy. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was professional, calm, and incredibly efficient. The nursing staff was the standout for me. They treated me with genuine dignity and kindness, explaining every step of the process so there were no surprises. It’s clear they prioritize patient comfort just as much as clinical excellence. As for the procedure itself, the medical team and anesthesiology were top-tier. The intake was thorough, the sedation was handled perfectly, and I woke up feeling well-monitored and completely at ease. They provided clear, easy-to-understand results immediately afterward, along with detailed discharge instructions that made the rest of my day stress-free.

May 20, 2026

Excellent, Professional GI Services. From the beginning with appointment and scheduling to the procedure colonoscopy, then discharge to the end with follow up. Thanks Dr Shibler and staff.

I may be a scary cat, but the team is a amazing and I wouldn’t trade them for anything

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