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Dr. John Yalam, MD

Dr. John Yalam, MD

Gastroenterology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Yalam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Scottsdale, AZ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Yalam has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION in 1998. He is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 66 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (66 reviews)

Practice

9755 N 90th St Ste A205 Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Telehealth available

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Dr. Yalam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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Dr. Yalam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yalam

4.5
66 ratings, 52 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
9%
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Recommend Yalam
Staff effective and efficient. On time courteous clean facility. Great follow up and care.
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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May 18, 2023
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Dependable
Dr. Yalam and his entire staff are professional and a pleasure to deal with. Dr. Yalam is though and provides a relaxing atmosphere, for a colonoscopy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 21, 2023
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Dr Yalam & Staff
My wife, son and I have all received excellent care from Dr Yalam. I have been in the GI industry for over 20 years and he is hands down one of the Top GI docs I have met. Professional, compassionate, dedicated and up on the latest GI advances.
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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MScope9 – Mar 16, 2023
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Outstanding
Paperwork- easy Waiting time - minimal Procedure - quick and no discomfort Communication - very good and trusting
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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S. McCall – Feb 24, 2023
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Great Experience
We know there is little about these procedures that is fun, besides them being over. Regardless, Dr Yalam’s office and clinic support staff were highly professional, insightful and caring. Dr Yalam’s team made the experience memorable in the most positive of ways! I’ll “hurry “ back in 5 years time, to his office/clinic. I highly recommend Dr Yalam for digestive health care.
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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Great Team-Great Experience – Feb 18, 2023
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Dr Yalam
Dr Yalem and his staff are quick to respond and actually answer the phone. I have had two colonoscopies there and love that they are centrally located, answer their phones and take care of their patients. I have in the past played constant phone tag with other GI doctors offices. I am so relieved this office and staff all know each other and work well together.
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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Amy – Feb 18, 2023
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A Positive Experience
Dr. Yalam is professional, kind and friendly. I have total confidence in him and highly recommend him.
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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Angela G. – Jan 20, 2023
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Anesthesiology Bill Not Covered
Medically, everything was great. What is covered financially is a problem though. Before both my procedure and my husband's procedure, we made sure to ask if the anesthesiology service would be covered by our medical plan and were assured over and over again that it would be. You think we would have learned after the first time, but this happened again. I'm paying the most recent $900 bill today to Grand Canyon Anesthesia LLC after fighting over this for 12 months.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 2022
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Awesome Doc
Dr Yalam is a fabulous doctor. He is not only a good doctor but he is kind, friendly, and very personable. I drive all the way from Queen Creek to North Scottsdale just to see him. He is definitely worth the drive! Thanks Dr Yalam! ??????
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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Stacy ?? – Dec 23, 2022
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Great experience
Dr. Yalam, has great bed side manners. He made the procedure easy and the staff are very friendly and professional. As a physician, I would recommend him without hesitation.
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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Dr.G – Nov 23, 2022
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Highly recommend!
I was referred to Dr. Yalam by a family member. I found Dr. Yalam to be very personable, listened to my questions and symptoms and therefore suggested the next plan of action for my care. His staff was also very helpful in scheduling my initial appointment as well as for my procedures in a timely manner. I would highly recommend Dr. Yalam!
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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Oct 11, 2022
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Office Visit
Dr. Yalam provides a sense of knowledge, caring, expertise as well as personality. He takes into account ALL of the patients risk factors and exudes confidence. Additionally, Maddie his office manager, is relaxing, competent and enjoyable. I highly recommend this office
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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Frank – Sep 11, 2022
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Find another GI doc
As a doctor myself, I can tell you this guy is a classic example of everything wrong with our medical system. Arrogant, money hungry, indoctrinated fool with zero concern to actually help his patients. He showed some of the worst bed side manner from any medical professional I've seen in 30 years, along with a complete lack of understanding of medicine. Save yourself time, money and your health and find another GI doc.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 20, 2022
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Yalam
Very professional and well done 20 years he has handled this Delicate experience. Thx john
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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Dave Tinkle – Aug 09, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr y a l a m for many years very satisfied and his staff at the procedure place are awesome so kind and caring all of them it makes a big difference to the patient.
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
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Lorraine m. – Jul 07, 2022
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I've been going to Dr. Yalam for years, which I wouldn't do if I didn't think he was the best! I trust him completely and will continue to see him. His staff is friendly and helpful, too!
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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Dawn Castleberry – Jul 06, 2022
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If I could I'd give this doctor minus 5 stars
I've seen Dr. Yalam back in Nov 2019 due to my stomach pain. I explained my situation, provided all information about my symptoms and diet. I've never had problems with my stomach before. He suggested endoscopy, I proceeded with it. On follow up appointment after my endoscopy was done, I asked for explanation what was causing me pain, his response was: I don't know, you are 49 years old (!), he suggested to try nexium instead of omeprazole I was taking at a time. He also prescribed me pantaprozole, although I specifically told him and put on the records that it was prescribed to me in the very beginning and it was causing me more pain, I had to stop taking it. So here I am: at square one, after spending about $2000 (between his charges, facility charge, pathologist and anesthesiologists (he had to have 2 of them!!!). He also altered my medical records in the copy I was given. This doctor is making money of you thats all he cares about! Don't go to him if you care for your health!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Julia – Jul 05, 2022
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Colonoscopy
I have been a patient of Dr. Yalam‘s for a long time. I just saw him recently for my annual colonoscopy. His staff at the facility were top notch, efficient and incredibly knowledgeable. Their level of patience was greatly appreciated. Dr. Yalam personally gives you your initial test reuslts.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Colonoscopy – Jun 17, 2022
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Great
The visit was handled professionally with promptness and courtesy. This was my third visit and would not consider going anywhere 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
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john lewis – Jun 16, 2022
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EGD
I recently had a EGD done by Dr. Yalam. Everyone was very professional & caring. I received photo & a report immediately upon awakening. Very impressive!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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62 year old female – Jun 05, 2022
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Dr. John Yalam, MD is a gastroenterologist in Scottsdale, AZ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Yalam has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION in...read more
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  • University Of Arizona / College Of Education

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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    Locations

    Practice

    Mountain View Cardiology PC9755 N 90th St Ste A205 Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Scottsdale Endoscopy Center9787 N 91st St Ste 103 Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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    Practice

    Affiliated Orthopedic Specialists10752 N 89th Pl Ste C134 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions
    Office3020 E Camelback Rd Ste 301 Phoenix, AZ 85016
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