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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

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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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Talented physician and wonderful human being.
Not much wait in spite of the busy practice. Dr. Lal is knowledgeable, thorough, and have a good communication skills. There are no unanswered questions. Great human being. The staff is wonderful.
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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Maybe I need to dip myself in chocolate....
Appt was a 3 min. rush, disrespected by dr. who also agreed to the procejure and then he cancelled it ,only to not requested needed info . from other dr.s first ,because he had no plans too. I had to request by phone that Dr.Lal send in for a clear for procejure, since he was making it difficult for me to get a colonoscopy .Staff told me he refused to do procejure due to asthma and hypertention. All these are controlled by inhaler if needed and have not needed in months because they were due to food allergy . Hypertenion was controlled with meds. and my others dr.s were ok with my numbers. He was looking for excuses not to do the procedure, yet wanted to send to to the government run hospital A.U. where student whould do the procedure . Now, does that make since. smh . My insurance covers the procedure and not sure why he things A.U. can do a better job.
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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Not only is he knowledgeable he treats his patients with respect.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Very professional, caring, thorough physician.
This provider is excellent. He listens, is thorough when explaining conditions. I would definitely return, and highly recommend this physician to family and friends.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 05, 2022
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Dr. Lal is the best! My son was very sick. Dr. Lal took one look at him at his initial visit and immediately had him scheduled for a colonoscopy and egd the next day. I will recommend him to anyone who needs a gastro Dr. He cares and it shows.
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 other person found this helpful
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Mar 08, 2022
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Amazing care, patient with answering all questions!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2021
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Dr & staff friendly enough. Wrong pharmacy, marital, and tobacco statuses listed. Still waiting over a month to get a call back to schedule my colonoscopy. Sent multiple messages through electronic medical record and left messages. Very disappointing. My deductible starts over soon and needed procedure done before then. Practice is too busy to provide accurate and any type of personalized service.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Kristen Bentley – Mar 03, 2021
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Terrible, doesn't follow up and doesn't seem to really care. Poor communication, says he'll do something then you end up having to pay for another appointment. I have lost my faith in our health system and it's because of doctors like this.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 28, 2021
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Attending an appointment with my reg dr, I keep having bad stomach pain! Couldn’t hardly eat! Dr lal ran several test to rule out things, found some bad bacteria, treated me on meds for several days, I finally was able to eat! He’s very kind, understanding and answers all my issues! I 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
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra n – Sep 25, 2020
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Dr. Lal is absolutely trash. Had an appointment to have an endoscopy and was given instructions to follow. Instructions was severely unclear. They even lacked giving me the prescription necessary for the appointment and i had to reschedule after waiting two months to have the surgery. I was pissed off and informed him personally of the error of his staff and all he had to say was talk to the scheduling person and they will explain the proper way to do the "cleanse" but they were the one to mess up in the first place and he himself would not tell me the proper way to do the "cleanse". If you can wait, please go to someone else. I have not rescheduled and will not reschedule because I refuse to have someone just absolutely not care about my well being when im not awake. DO NOT PICK THIS DOCTOR!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 18, 2020
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This was a routine checkup and I was very satisfied with the visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Virginia Stanley – Jul 27, 2020
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My mother and I have been with Dr.Lal for over 10 years and I couldn’t be more happier to have him as our doctor. Dr.Lal is caring, compassionate show sympathy and empathy and the bottom line is he cares for your well-being. He also has an outstanding Nurse Ms. Douglas. I have NEVER met Pair like them. Together they have helped me get a normal life back. I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease back in ‘99. I was so sick but he nipped that in the bud and I’ve been in remission for almost 8 years now. I owe my health to them two. I would recommend Dr.Lal 10 out of 10 times.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Brian Jones – Jul 25, 2020
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Dr Lal is very personal and empathetic. He's always gone above and beyond. Making appointments with him have been easy, and when an urgent matter arose, I was accommodated.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Brandy Behne – Jul 13, 2020
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Amazing doctor that makes you feel comfortable from the very start. Listens to your every complaint and works with you to find a solution.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Tammy BONAM – Jun 22, 2020
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Dr.Lal was very nice and friendly, he explained the procedure and he also did my last colonoscopy
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Scott Collins – May 31, 2020
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Very friendly and professional staff! Dr. Lal is the best. Always on top of treatment plans for me. I have been a patient with this practice for several years. I have never been disappointed with the care I have received.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Friendly staff and great doctor who listens to your needs and provides you with what you need and want with a smile on his face.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dr. Lal and his team are amazing!!! They are there to help you with everything, no matter what it takes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dr. Lal is a doctor that loves his patients. He does his best to take great care of all his patients. He listens to his patients. He takes time with his patients. He makes sure his patients understand him completely. He doesn't talk to his patients with all the big doctor terms because he wants them to be able to understand everything that he is saying about their health. I love Dr. Lal because he is a great doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mar 29, 2020
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Dr. Lal truly cares for his patients! Excellent staff and I highly recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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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

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  • 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

    View all patient feedback
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