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Dr. Sunil Lal, MD

Dr. Sunil Lal, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Sunil Lal, MD is a gastroenterologist in Augusta, GA. Dr. Lal has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease, Esophageal Disorders, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He is affiliated with Doctors Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 161 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (161 reviews)

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Dr. Lal is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Augusta, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Lal 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 ExpertiseDr. Lal specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Lal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lal

4.6

161 ratings, 101 with a written review
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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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Apr 22, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Raena Boiter – Feb 04, 2025
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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
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Lucille – Mar 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Mar 08, 2022
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What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Kristen Bentley – Mar 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
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Jan 28, 2021
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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
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Sandra n – Sep 25, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
5 people found this helpful
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Aug 18, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Virginia Stanley – Jul 27, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Brian Jones – Jul 25, 2020
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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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Brandy Behne – Jul 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Tammy BONAM – Jun 22, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Scott Collins – May 31, 2020
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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
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Pamela H. – Apr 29, 2020
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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
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Kerbear – Apr 27, 2020
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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
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Apr 23, 2020
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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
Helpful
Mar 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2020
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care philosophy

We invest in building relationships with our patients. These relationships are built with time and attentiveness, delivered in the context of competency and care.

biography

This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. Sunil K. Lal is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He was born in Chicago, Illinois and completed his undergraduate training at the University of Illinois graduating in...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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

  • Drexel University - Philadelphia

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Pa

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Illinois

    Residency Hospital
  • Rush University Medical Center - Chicago

    Residency Hospital
  • Illinois

    Internship Hospital
  • Rush University Medical Center - Chicago

    Internship Hospital
  • Illinois

    Medical School
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine - Chicago

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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  • English

  • Hindi

  • Current liver biopsy practices for susoected parenchymal disease in the United States: the evolving rolse of radiologist., 2002 June

  • Lack of Awareness about Appropriate Screening Guidelines after Colonoscopy in an Urban Populations.

  • Sigmoid Volvulus and Update

  • Long Term Endoscopic Management of Sigmoid Volvulus, 2006 April

Dr. Lal is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

  • Golden Key National Honor Society

  • Annual Internship Award (State of Illinois for research conducted at Amoco)

  • Alpha Lamda Delta Honor Society

  • Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society

  • Recipient of Bronze Tablet (top 1% of undergraduate class)

  • Nominated for IBD Mentoring Program

  • Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society

  • Chief Residency Excellence in Teaching Award

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Doctors Hospital

    3651 Wheeler Rd
    Augusta, GA 30909
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    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

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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