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Dr. Shanil Harkins, MD

Dr. Shanil Harkins, MD

Gastroenterology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Shanil Harkins, MD is a gastroenterologist in Marietta, GA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Harkins has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. She graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2008. She is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (21 reviews)

GI Specialists of Georgia

1121 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 314 Marietta, GA 30068
Telehealth available

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Dr. Harkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harkins

3.9
21 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Excellent doctor
Dr. Harkins is the best GI doctor I've ever had. She didn't rush the appt. and listened attentively, asking pertinent questions. in determining the best course of treatment. Dr. Harkins cares about her patients' health. I'm happy she's my doctor!
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
What could be improved
No results
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Ivonne M. – Nov 07, 2023
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Office visit
Very pleasant. Dr. Harkins and staff Very nice. She explained Plan Of Care and reasons for it vary well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Carol Bourcier – Oct 22, 2022
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Dr. Harkins and the entire team was so nice, making sure I was comfortable, knew how the procedure worked, what to expect afterward, and what to do if I had any problems (which I didn’t). Dr. Harkins told me what she had found and let me know she was not worried, therefore, I should not worry.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Gina – Aug 19, 2022
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Outstanding Doctor
Had a Colonoscopy. The Windy Hill location is amazing. Helpful and polite front desk and respectful and knowledgeable medical team that puts you at ease. Jerome and Walter are the funniest professionals I had the pleasure of meeting. Now saving the best for last Dr. Shania Harkins is honest, smart and has a truly amazing gift as her craft. She has an endearing bedside manner that many doctors lack today. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Aida Jones – Mar 31, 2022
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Great doctor! She listens and is very helpful and knoedgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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May 13, 2021
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I was referred to her from UC and am less than impressed. My chronic GI issues were not taken seriously. She spoke to me briefly, changed my medication (which made things worse as I was misdiagnosed), ordered basic bloodwork, and told me to return in 3 months. I also gave here some paperwork I needed and it was never completed or returned to me. After changing practices I was taken seriously, the doctor took over thirty minutes to understand my issues, and ordered extensive and very necessary tests to diagnose my life-inhibiting issues. Dr. Harkins is friendly but not a very good doctor from my personal experience. I would not recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
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
6 others found this helpful
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Feb 18, 2020
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Had GI exrays and still have not heard the results. It’s impossible to get through on the phone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sue Fields – Dec 17, 2019
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Both she and her immediate staff are conscientious, courteous, and thorough often taking the lead to ensure all health concerns are addressed. One can be confident in Dr. Harkins capabilities.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2019
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Very passionate and caring. Takes her time in giving me explanations and answers to my questions
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 12, 2019
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Bedside manner very pleasant. Very knowledgeable and ability to explain medical jargon is very conforting.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2019
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She is one of the best doctor I have had. She takes the time to explain in simple language what’s wrong and the options to proceed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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Dr. Harkins is not only an extremely efficient physician but she also is surrounded by a very caring staff which makes the entire process from first meeting to diagnosis to procedure (if necessary) as relaxing and comforting as I have ever seen in my 75 years. I come from a family of doctors so was raised by role models that set a high standard of caring and care. I only wish I could use her standard of care in the other areas in which I need medical services.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Randall Pettit in Marietta, GA – Jan 16, 2019
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I was referred to this office by Urgent Care after a terrible gallbladder attack. At the UC I had an ultrasound that clearly showed stones. I now understand what was a classic case of gallstones with a clear course of removal. I was instead recommended an endoscopy which now seems unnecessary. After seeing the surgeon he said my gb was so full of stones it should have been removed immediately. Finally referred me to the surgeon begrudgingly at my insistence after hundreds of dollars
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Marietta, GA – Dec 29, 2017
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Dr Harkins is awesome. Really cares about her patients!! She is not in my ins but still go to her. Wouldn’t use anyone else!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Dallas, GA – Dec 07, 2017
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I was having a lot of problems and she was very caring and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Laurie S. in Marietta, GA – Jan 24, 2017
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She did not follow through on orders. Very disappointed. Forced me to remain in the hospital for hours longer than necessary. Will not be following up with her. Very disappointed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Marietta, GA – Sep 24, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Shanil Harkins is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and has a special interest in both Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Biliary Disease. She has been practicing since 2014 and is fluent in Spanish and English. Dr Harkins received her Bachelors...read more

biography

Dr. Shanil Harkins is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and has a special interest in both Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Biliary Disease. She has been practicing since 2014 and is fluent in Spanish and English. Dr. Harkins received her...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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    GI Specialists of Georgia1121 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 314 Marietta, GA 30068
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