Kari Ernst, ARNP

"Kari was very attentive to my issue. Asked questions , took notes, looked at my health record and clarified my explanation to assist with a diagnosis. I felt very comfortable talking with her."

"Provider took the time to listen to my thoughts concerning my stomach issues. Very impressive."

"I did the pre registration online. When I arrived I just had to go in and complete registration so they knew I was there. My appointment was for 8 Am. I arrived early, about 7:45. I was called in before 8, which I was surprised."

"Satisfied!"

"Kari is so easy to talk to and she's very thorough and professional."

"They are very nice."

"Nice dr but talked very fast"

"Kari Ernst is very competent!!!"

"Kari provided me with the information I needed and supported my decision."

"Couldn't ask for a better treatment providers team."

"Everything went well"

"Joe got me right in and was very thorough in making sure all my info was up to date before Kari Ernst came in."

"Kari Ernst is always Pleasant and explains things very well. She spends quality time with you I would always recommend her"

"I was early for appointment As a result, I was able to be seen early Refreshing experience"

"Did not receive any written Material about going forward !!"

"Good experience"

"Kari is the best! If she doesn't have the answer she will find someone that does! Highly recommend her!"

"Kari is very knowledgeable and helpful. She always listens and has an answer for questions that I have. She us very helpful."

"Kari is absolutely wonderful. I have been with her since she first came to MA and she is by far the best GI dr I've ever had in my life. She is so personable and easy to talk to about my issues. She always makes me feel comfortable to open up to. When I am struggling she is right on top of the problem and getting to the bottom of it as quickly as humanly possible. I can't possibly say enough positive things about her. She is definitely a 1000/10!!!!"

"great response on pt station as well"

"Kari is Wonderful! Fabulous provider !"

"It was horrible meds I was given caused problems."

"Dr. was very helpful and kind."

"I like kari Ernst very much. You can tell that she really cares about her patients"

"All went well"

"I was very thankful for them to get me in quick as I know they are very busy."

"Great, as usual!"

"Kari Ernst has always been so helpful to me. The frustration is not her fault or the office fault in any way. It's just so hard to get in to see someone at a decent amount of time these days. Thank you."

"Kari Ernst is an amazing medical professional. She makes it so easy to speak about gastro issues that can tend to make most people feel uneasy. She listens and provides great medical advice and direction. My life is so much better than it was 12 months ago before starting Entyvio. I want to thank Kari Ernst, [REDACTED] from the U of I, the infusion staff and her nurse and CMA. You brought me back to living my best life again! Thank you ?"

"Listened, concerned, and answered all of my questions."

"Very friendly, kind and helpful."

"It was quick and very pleasant"

"Dr. Ersnt took alot of her time to listen to my condition and she was very informative on things I can do to help out my condition"

"Kari is wonderful, kind, and patient!"

"The doctor and staff were great!"

"I completed the text checkin. I sat for over 35 minutes waiting. I approached the receptionist to see if there was an issue. With my appt where as he should He should have approached me after see me sit there. 7-10 patients went in before me."

"Kari and her staff are all very knowledgeable and helpful. Always listen to concerns I may have. So pleasant"

"I have seen Kari Ernst for 5 years and she has been so important to me in my recovery. She understands me and has made good decisions with me regarding my treatment. I value my time with her."

"Completely satisfied"

"I was wondering why I was referred to a Nurse Practitioner instead of a Doctor. I was not aware that I will see a nurse practitioner."

"Kari Ernst was very caring and listened. She took time to help me and even printed off drug rebate card to help with copay. 5 stars!"

"I felt comfortable. Felt that I could ask questions"

"Kari Ernst is the best! And listens and gives the best care! Love going to her! Highly recommend!"

"Awesome nurse."

"They missed my chart and forgot me in the waiting room and took several patients ahead of me. I finally asked the receptionist why the people who had appointments later than mine got in first."

"Ms. Ernst is a very valued Staff member and should be highly valued by Medical Associeates ! S. witt"

"Kari and staff are the best! Caring and knowledgeable!"

"Kari Ernst is always so positive and caring. She is an excellent medical person and has been a great help in keeping me healthy."

"Waited a year to get treated"

"Kari Ernst is very professional and easy to talk to. She understands the pain I have and helps me sort out what is normal pain and what is not. I would recommend her to my family and friends too!"

"Professionally, knowledgeable, and caring."

"My appointment was made right on time and Kari was very thorough with her explaining my problems to me and I appreciated it. Thank you."

"Lindsay our nurse was awesome. Checked on me often. Everyone very nice and helpful"

"She said she would call me with the results of my tests at the end of the day and I still have not heard from her!"

"Great service and they were able to fit me in the same day, I called with my health concern."

"Kari, you provided excellent services for me. You listened to me and answered all questions I had, which made me feel like a valued patient. Thank you so very much!"

"Kari is always very pleasant at my appointments. She listens well, and I never feel like she's in a hurry to move on to her next appt."

"Kari is an excellent provider and has helped both me and my daughter over the last several years. Keri is very personable and works hard to figure things out."

"It is always a good experience very little waiting, very prompt and thorough!"

"Kari is very kind and helpful"

"Kari was very helpful, attentive and kind. :-)"

"Kari Ernst is a really nice person."

"Excellent care."

"Kari is thorough in answering my questions. Knowledgeable, patient and kind."

"She's very positive and competent"

"Kari is the best! She always listens to me and she is always so kind and compassionate"

"Friendly & professional care !! Thanks sooooo much !!!!"

"Excellent treatment."

"The nurse ( Johnathan) was very friendly and professional."

"Rather disappointed that they gave me only one three liter urine collector lt is really tough on me as I am recovering from major surgery. Now I have to do it all over again . You should ask patients if 3 liters is large enough."

"Kari Ernst does a very good job in answering patient's questions. She cares about their concerns."

"Kari is always polite and genuinely seem to care. She always listens and doesn't rush or down play your concerns."

"She answered all my questions that I had."

"Kari is a caring and kind provider who is very knowledgeable and answers my questions."

"Always enjoy my appointments with Kari Ernst. She is easy to talk to. I trust her 100% . She knows her specialty well and keeps up on new things. Very friendly and down to earth."

"The staff did everything right. The doctor did everything extremely right. I was very, very impressed with her. I would recommend her to anybody that I know that need to go there. So she did a fabulous job. So thank you."

"Kari Ernst is extremely knowledgeable. Very kind and patient always listening to me when I come in. Medical Associates is definitely lucky/blessed to have her. Please thank her for the wonderful care she provides me."

"It was professional and efficient."

"Kari was extremely helpful. Explained lab work and advised of form to send in for reduced price on medication. High praises for this NP."

"She was very helpful. We were delighted with her. Thank you."

"Great Staff, friendly and very caring and competent."

"Kari and the nurse, Beth, very friendly and knowledgable. I feel prepared for my upcoming procedure and that all my questions were answered. I also know how to reach them if I have more questions before the procedure."

"Appreciate the kindness and attention I received."

"Very nice nurse and doctor. Listened with care. Did not hurry with my appointment. Explained all my questions."

"All of the staff I interacted with was very professional and helpful."

"Kari listens to her patients and is a good advocate for patients."

"Kari always has time to listen to my questions and give me complete answers. She is also very helpful to give advice on my health issues."

"They all were professional and courteous"

"I have no complaints about Kari. Though I wish Medical Associates employed at least one MD in the Gastroenterology area. For a clinic this size, it is very disappointing."

"Yeah, I had a test done and I'm waiting for the result. Not happy. I wish you guys would worry, not worry about your paycheck so much and worry about the customers more. Thank you."

"Kari is so knowledgeable, patient, personable and kind!!! She goes above and beyond in every aspect, from diagnosing to helping with medications. Would recommend her 100%"

"Kari always does a great job! Appreciate her very much!"

"Provider was prepared and had reviewed medical records. Very pleased with care received."

"Fast and easy"

"Dr Ernst is a great doctor, she listened to all my concerns, and made sure that I knew what was going on. And her nurse was nice and the people at the front desk were very respectful and did my scheduling for the test that were needed. I would highly recommend Dr. Ernst."

"Professional, kind and caring."

"We had to wait a half an hour for our appointment. I have never experienced that. We were in the room already and we had to wait a half an hour in the room and we never experienced that because when we go to the other doctors they come in right away. But otherwise she was good. Bye."

"Friendly, courteous, upbeat personality, knowledgeable."

"She was very polite and caring and wants to get things done quickly as possible."

"Everyone was very nice, the Dr discussed everything with me. Made me feel comfortable with everything."

"Kari, is always kind & listens to your concerns! Thank you"

"It seems like nobody cares."

"Kari Ernst provides excellent care. She is very knowledgeable and always listens to any of my concerns. Very happy to have her!"

"Dr. Kari Ernst is very knowledgeable always takes the time to listens to all concerns, I would highly recommend Kari"

"Kari Ernst was great. Listened to my questions and was very positive when replying."

"Relaxed and informative"

"? I was very satisfied with Kari and staff!"

"Best provider that I see!! She listens carefully to what I say and I have confidence in her ability! I could not be more pleased!!!"

"Kari is really great! She really listens and tries to solve my problems. Although she is a PA and not a doctor, I really trust her and respect her! She has a wonderful positive attitude! She deserves a very good rating!"

"I liked the fact that she had read up on my situation before seeing me...knowing my passed history and my experience up at Mayo."

"Kari and staff are awesome"

"Provider was patient with me describing my symptoms and answered my questions thoroughly."

"I didn't get the medication I need for what's wrong with me. And I'm still waiting for a result. That's it."

"I never received any information after all the tests were completed. I don't know what to do if she does not contact me. I have a great deal of confidence in her but unsure what to do."

"Kari was wonderful. She was familiar with my history regarding my issues leading up to this visit. She was easy to talk to and listened to my concerns and asked questions in order to suggest a plan of care that I was in full agreement with. I would recommend Kari to any person needing to be seen in GI."

"All good"

"Was a good experience very friendly office and knowledgeable of my issues."