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Dr. Nizar Hallak, MD

Dr. Nizar Hallak, MD

Gastroenterology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Nizar Hallak, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ben Gurion University of The Negev / Faculty of Health Science in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist and Mid Coast Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 120 Columbia, SC 29203

Make an Appointment

(803) 434-8866

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hallak is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Hallak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hallak specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hallak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hallak

4.1

45 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
78%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
22%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 06, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Cooper – Jan 10, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Helena – Jan 03, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
KDR in Oconomowoc , WI – Jul 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Katie Delmore in Milwaukee, WI – Oct 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy in Milwaukee, WI – May 10, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laurat in Oconomowoc, WI – Feb 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janice in Nashotah, WI – Oct 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
LuEllen in Milwaukee, WI – Jun 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
R.T. in Franklin – Apr 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
21 people found this helpful
Helpful
Valerie in Milwaukee, WI – Jan 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"Being a good listener and communicator enables me to connect with my patients. I take the time to help them understand their medical issues in plain English, not with complicated medical jargon. I strive to provide the highest quality of care,...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ny Meth Hosp/affil Cornell Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013

  • Ben Gurion University Of The Negev / Faculty Of Health Science

    Medical School, 2005

  • Wooster

    Undergraduate School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Hallak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Providence Orthopedic Group LLC3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 120 Columbia, SC 29203
    1

    Practice

    Columbia Gastroenterology Associates PA2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    St. Joseph Hospital360 Broadway Bangor, ME 04401
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mid Coast Hospital

      123 Medical Center Dr
      Brunswick, ME 04011
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prisma Health Baptist

      1330 Taylor St
      Columbia, SC 29201
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prisma Health Richland Hospital

      5 Richland Medical Park Dr
      Columbia, SC 29203
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality