Gerard Haggstrom, MD | Florence, AL | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Gerard Haggstrom treats dysphagia, rectal bleeding, and lower GI bleeding, and performs upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and lower GI endoscopy. He practices gastroenterology in Florence, Alabama, and is affiliated with North Alabama Shoals Hospital and North Alabama Medical Center. Dr. Haggstrom is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Alabama in Birmingham.

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accepting new patients
3

19 Ratings
speaks English
University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL
9 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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19 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 23 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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I went to Dr. Haggstrom several years ago for a colonoscopy & I remember that I was not fully sedated & it was painful! It’s a bad thing to be sedated & feel pain; however, you can’t tell them you’re hurting. Also he don’t have the best personality. I will not go back!

March 5th, 2020

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I went to Dr. Haggstrom several years ago for a colonoscopy & I remember that I was not fully sedated & it was painful! It’s a bad thing to be sedated & feel pain; however, you can’t tell them you’re hurting. Also he don’t have the best personality. I will not go back!

March 5th, 2020

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I have had 3 colonoscopy's over the past 15 years and I wouldn't go to anyone but Dr. Haggstrom. He is a very caring Dr.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 18th, 2019

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Dr. Is not knife happy. He likes to wait and do tests to determine the best course of action. I would recommend this Dr. to anyone.

December 18th, 2018

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My medical Doctor sent me to Dr. Haggstrom for a colonoscopy because I was having bowel problems.. and feeling nauseous.. I had problems so bad that I guess my colon was inflamed.. When they gave me Versed for the procedure, it didn't knock me out.. and I really hurt when he started putting the camera in.. instead of putting me to sleep and finishing.. he sent me for a Barum Enema... Which didn't show up as much as a colonoscopy would.. I called his office to see if he wanted me to come in for a follow up and the receptionist said that he said that he wasn't going to do anything else.. Well that got me out with him and I wouldn't send a skunk to him..

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

October 15th, 2016

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The treatment he has prescribed for me has changed my life. Thank you Dr. Hagstorm!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 15th, 2016

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He did a recent colonoscopy on my husband for a routine check at ECM hospital in Florence. He requested to be comletley asleep but wound up not sedated for the procedure. He expressed extreme pain during and asked him to stop but they kept saying almost done and continued with him in excruciating pain. He is home recovering now but still in pain. I am terrified he was injured during the routine test. If he was, I will go to a different ER with him then to an attorney! DO NOT GO TO THIS MAN!!!!

August 24th, 2015

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He perforated my colon. He did not seem to care about me at all as a person or a patient. I think he is only in medicine for the money, I pity the rest of his patients.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

November 15th, 2011

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Dr. Haggstrom left me feeling much worse after i left my appointment than when I arrived for it. He was short with me and missed a crucial diagnosis that had to be found by my internist. He made it obvious that he did not care about me. I asked around and many have told me the same thing. I think he must just be in medicine for the money. Disgusting!!!!

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

November 2nd, 2011

North Alabama Gastroenterology

416 N Seminary StFlorence, AL 35630

Tel: (256) 766-8667

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Gerard Haggstrom, MD	Brittany Hanson, APRN	Jan Seiler, APRN	Jason Wilkes, MD
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	2.5 (10 Ratings)
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Florence , AL	Montgomery , AL	Montgomery , AL	Florence , AL
	Med School: University of South Alabama	Med School: Georgia State University	Med School: University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, AL
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

Gerard Haggstrom holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL.

NPI Number

Gerard Haggstrom's NPI number is 1356304687.

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Which hospitals is Gerard Haggstrom affiliated with?: Gerard Haggstrom is affiliated with North Alabama Shoals Hospital and North Alabama Medical Center.
Where is Gerard Haggstrom's office located?: Gerard Haggstrom's office is located at 416 N Seminary St, Florence, AL, 35630.
What languages does Gerard Haggstrom speak?: Gerard Haggstrom speaks English.
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