Dr. Rizwana A. Thanawala, MD | Lake City, FL | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Rizwana Thanawala specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing 38 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Grant Government Medical College and completed her residency at Nassau University Medical Center. Dr. Thanawala is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Thanawala practices at HCA Florida Lake City Hospital and sees patients in Lake City, Florida. She focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps and diverticular disease. Her expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.7

14 Ratings
38 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Nassau University Medical Center
5 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Female

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I felt very good about Dr. Thanawala, this being my first visit. She actually reviewed the information I provided on my history and discussed my issue with me before doing an exam. My wait time in both the waiting area and exam room were minimal which was unusual and very much appreciated; especially after reading a notice in the main waiting area stating that my wait time could be 2 hours. I appreciate a Dr. who will take their time with a patient so I always take a book to Dr. appointments with me....just in case someone before me requires extra time.

April 5th, 2019

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I have the most confidence in Dr. Thanawala and her staff at the Lake City Surgery Ctr. They are all wonderful; I get to visit them once a year how lucky am I. I am bless by God to have such wonderful people in her office and at the Surgery Ctr. Plus Sean is wonder as well.

October 29th, 2015

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If there was something lower than 1 I would give it.

March 24th, 2015

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I am very pleased with Dr. Thanawala, my first colonoscopy was not good news. I think that was in 2009 or 2010. She and her staff has been so kind and understanding. I honestly feel she has been on top of my situation and kept my life in check. Thank you Dr. Thanawala. and your staff.

May 6th, 2014

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I am disabled and waited an hour and a half before walking out!! No apology just kept telling me there was only one room available!! Isn't worth the wait!! Already have another gastroenterologist lined up. My wife walked out 2 yes ago when waiting an hour in the waiting room and an hour in the waiting room! ridiculous!!!

April 7th, 2014

Gastroenterology Associates Of North Florida

4367 NW American LnLake City, FL 32055

Tel: (386) 758-6094

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Lake City Surgery Center

208 SW Prosperity PlLake City, FL 32024

Tel: (386) 487-3930

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Hca Florida Lake City Hospital

340 Nw Commerce DrLake City, FL 32055

Tel: (386) 719-9000


Dr. Rizwana A R Thanawala, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Rachel Oliver, APRN	Whitney Morgan, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (14 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Lake City , FL	SACRAMENTO , CA	SACRAMENTO , CA	Tallahassee , FL
Med School: Grant Government Medical College	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: University of South Alabama	Med School: Chamberlain University
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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Nassau University Medical Center

Medical School

Grant Government Medical CollegeGraduated in 1988

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