Dr. Cindy Gao, MD | Woodbury, MN | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Cindy Gao is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. She holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine, demonstrating her expertise in comprehensive adult healthcare. Dr. Gao provides her services in English to ensure clear communication with her patients.

Dr. Gao practices at MNGI Digestive Health in Woodbury, Minnesota, and maintains hospital privileges at Tobey Hospital. She focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, gastritis, and esophagitis, helping patients manage these digestive health concerns effectively. Her practice includes performing specialized procedures like pathology tests, kidney transplant biopsies, and nerve biopsies to provide accurate diagnoses. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.

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accepting new patients
4.3

8 Ratings
38 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
8 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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She talked over me. Did not give me a chance to explain anything. Do not want her as my primary dr. #7. Fair.

April 4th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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My wife and I drive from Maplewood to Maple Grove just because we like her as the professional she is. She understands what I feel, has explained what I have and takes consideration my comments. My wife well make an appointment with her.

January 3rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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We were very impressed with Dr. Gao & her concern of my husband's issues. We both are happy, that she is part of his care.

December 31st, 2024 | Source: Partner

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I would not go back to Dr Gao. She cut me off. She talked to me like I was an idiot. She didn't give me proper explanations. She kept saying "god forbid you have am ulcer.." "god forbid you have this...god forbid you have that." I don't believe in god, number 1. And number 2, it scared me. I asked her if she thought she knew what was going on -- and she said, "how would I know by looking at you!?" in a condscending way. I have had great experieces with MNGi overall But I won't be going back to Dr Gao.

November 17th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Gao was excellent. We (neither of us) really had all the information we needed as I was referred to her from the Emergency Room at the hospital a couple of days prior and she had apparently not received a report from them. So it was not really clear what was needed from her. We (she and I) determined that a full exam was not required, but she offer that if I was concerned - I was not. She did tell me what to watch for and what to do if I felt I needed assistance. she also provided me with some material for dietary support that I could do myself and informed me as to what symptoms/concerns would indicate that I needed immediate help - doctor's office or ER.

October 16th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Very good experience!!

February 26th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Cindy is fantastic! The best GI I have encountered.

August 29th, 2023 | Source: Partner

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I do not bestow top ratings lightly; Dr. Gao truly is outstanding in the above categories.

January 13th, 2023 | Source: Partner

MNGI Digestive Health - Woodbury Endoscopy Center & Clinic

237 Radio Dr Ste 210Woodbury, MN 55125

Tel: (612) 871-1145

Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Cindy Gao, MD	Jan Seiler, APRN	Dr. Morgan Eleanor Mensink Freeman	Dr. Spaulding Fred Everett
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
		8 Years of Experience	65 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English		Speaks English
Woodbury , MN	Montgomery , AL	Minneapolis , MN	Minneapolis , MN
	Med School: Georgia State University	Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Gastroenterology

Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

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What languages does Dr. Cindy Gao speak?: Dr. Cindy Gao speaks English.

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