Kari Ernst, ARNP

"Communication was clear. Friendly environment."

"Everyone was very welcoming and kind. Instructions were clear."

"Both Dr. Ernst and her nurse, Joe were amazing! Joe was very kind and compassionate ?"

"Kari was very informative"

"Patients in pain and experiencing issues since June that puts them into the hospital, and their PCP tells them they need to see a GI doctor and referrers them out cannot wait 3 months to get into see a doctor "that's the soonest we can get you in but we can put you on a cancellation list" when your staff calls the patient and this is explained to them. Not until the PCP office calls do you get an appointment 2 days later. There has to be some type of triage performed and listen to what the patient is telling you... then oh well that what's available. Once in the office today everything was great and a colonoscopy schedule which I truly appreciate more than you'll ever know. thank you!"

"She listened and provided an acceptable treatment plan with some flexibility for me to adjust as needed."

"It was very beneficial and informing ."

"Great doctor and staff"

"very caring and understanding"

"I with being on time I got in right away. It was a great experience."

"Kari Ernst was very well prepared, professional, and has excellent people skills. My appointment was informative, easy to understand, and positive."

"It was really good. The nurse was real good. Dr. Ernst was real good. I got sent an x-ray. They were excellent. And then I went down to the lab. They were busy, but we waited and the lady explained everything to me. And it was a really good experience. And when they took blood from me, I didn't even feel the needle going in. So thank you."

"I have seen Kari Ernst for the last five years. I feel she cares about me and understands all that is going on with my health complications. I trust Kari completely and value her professionalism and thoughtful care."

"Interested in how you were doing and feeling. Was I having any issues with my health"

"Appt scheduled for over 2 months out but my primary provider called and it was moved up to the next day thankfully."

"Was rather concerned about the nearly 30 minute wait in the examination room."

"Some body finally listened"

"I wish it wouldn't take 4 months to get a referral appt. The clinic needs to work harder at getting adequate staff to better serve patients. I am now having to wait another 2 months to get procedure done to seek diagnosis."

"Thorough, excellent patient education, good listener, has a medical plan to follow."

"Excellent clinic but wish med assoc or even mercy had a Gastro physican in residence in the Dubuque area!"

"Kari is always awesome! She listens, gives wonderful advice, and reassures me that we can take care of my health issues."

"Very professional m. Also friendly and focused."

"40 minute one way drive for a 10 minute appointment is not appropriate. Should let your patients have their PCP do pre ops"

"She was very friendly, knowledgeable, and very patient in answering questions."

"They explained everything about the procedure in detail"

"Very helpful"

"Like this dr because she is down to earth and explains stuff"

"Very friendly and kind."

"No negative issues."

"Long wait time in the office"

"Nurse Amanda was exceptionally courteous and professional. She took time to answer my questions and made me feel like I was truly being listened to."

"Kari Ernst is very knowledgeable and helpful. She always listens and is concerned with my care"

"Good visit."

"I checked in with my phone and got called in within minutes and only waited a minute or 2 in the room"

"Everything went as well as I could expect it."

"Everyone very friendly"

"I just don't feel like when I ask questions, I'm getting full transparency and I just needed to know more information early on instead of waiting and waiting and waiting for somebody to let me know what's going on. And I just don't feel very knowledgeable of anything that, any tests that are coming up and why they're there. And it just should have been done a lot earlier. Like after my last test I had done, I think I should have been called into the office and explained what's going on next instead of me having to wait months to try to figure out what it is. So that's about it. Thank you."

"Staff was courteous and pointed me in the right direction when I didn't know where to go for this department"

"No complaints about my visit to the G.I. department. But I do have a complaint about the traffic situation in the front of the building. It's always congested because the circle driveway in the front is too narrow, and whenever a bus, or even another car pull up there to drop off someone or pick up someone, it is impossible to get another vehicle in there which means you have to wait in a long line or get out and walk into the building on the sidewalk. This driveway needs to be at least two lanes wide, or buses need to unload at a different doorway, possibly at the same-day surgery doorway. This traffic congestion is a problem almost every time I come there for an appointment."

"Takes very good care of her patients."

"Thank you."

"Hi, this message is regarding my visit with Kari Ernst. I've been her patient for some time and I really appreciate all her assistance. She's very personable. She listens to you. She tries to suggest alternatives that she feels will help you the most with whatever your digestive issues are. So she's truly personable and professional and I appreciate her being there and feel that she's a definite asset to medical associates. So thank you, Kari."

"Dr Ernst was very nice but I didn't feel she was very thorough or knew my health history"

"She is very nice and professional. She likes to talk."

"Very good appointment!"

"Very pleased with provider."

"Only a follow up apt."

"Kari Ernst took a bit to get in with but she was very thorough, patient and kind along with all her staff."

"The check-in staff were very courteous and I had an appointment with Kari Ernst and I just love her she is so kind so sweet listens to what I have to say and I hope to keep seeing her for as long as I need to"

"What was shared with me during the visit (about lymphocytic colitis) was very striking: 1. All info provided clearly in lay not medical language. 2. Clarification that condition is not linked to increased risk of cancer. 3. Completely different approach offered to condition presented: options for symptom management vs. eat or drink this not that. 4. First mention of drugs that might be interfering. 5. First separation of all poop observations into minor observations (some urgency, some gas, soft) vs major ones (explosiveness, liquid), with the latter being the only ones to focus on. 6. Change in focus from what is happening before major symptoms show up, to what can be done after. 7. First mention (by ALL prior clinicians consulted re this condition--namely, 2 different PCPs, colonoscopy surgeon, and a nutrition consultant at another hospital) of bile acid and its role and a med to reduce it. 8. New assessment not clearly revealed by above clinicians--namely, no known cause, no known cure, no serious health risk. 9. New conclusion that condition is a diagnosis of nuisance -- this was very helpful to hear. Helps me put this diagnosis into a new perspective of simple management meds vs constant worry over "why is this coming back" and "why is this not going away." 10. Sincere encouragement to call her with any questions and with return of major symptoms. Bottomline: I feel so grateful to have been referred to Kari Ernst. I see a new path going forward, re how to live with this condition. Thank you for offering this survery so I could share these thoughts."

"I always leave the GI department feeling great! The drs and James are so kind, friendly and helpful! All the staff and check in desk are so awesome!"

"very nice. answered all questions with an explaining response. Timely office check in."

"This was my first appointment with Kari Ernst. She was extremely pleasant, comprehensive, and a wonderful listener. Her questions generated positive discussions, and I am confident that her suggestions will help me to better manage my condition. She also immediately ordered bloodwork as well as an x-ray to further rule some things out. I could not have been more pleased with this appointment. Thank you, Kari Ernst and Medical Associates!"

"She did a very nice job very informative. They're very respectful to any questions or situations that I had brought up as an issue."

"Extremely informative and friendly"

"I paid a $30 copay for a consultation and to set up 3 future appointments."

"I think Kari is an amazing provider and the nurses are always nice. I would recommend her to any of my family members and I think she's a huge asset to medical. Thanks."

"This was a waste of my time could have been done all at one visit. Including the EKG. It seemed like a lot of wasted time and a lot of wasted money my insurance had to pay"

"Kari Ernst is an amazing provider! She's helped me figure out a good medication regimen and worked easily and efficiently with me! She always messaged me back through the patient portal at timely manner when I had questions or concerns. Very grateful for her and her entire team for helping me figure out my IBS symptoms that I have been dealing with for many years. Would highly recommend her to anyone! Thank you!"

"Kari Ernst said she would let me know on how long that K-truda stays in system, being I had issues from last treatment. Have her call me please. Thanks [REDACTED]"

"Everyone was extremely personable. They were very nice, willing to listen. I had a fantastic experience with Carrie Ernst and the nurse or the assistant nurse, James Robinson Roberts. James Roberts was wonderful and so was Carrie. I would definitely recommend both of them. Thank you."

"I was instructed to have an ultrasound every 6 months for my liver disease. Kari Ernst gave instruction to schedule an ultrasound for now. When making appt they said first available was not until November. This will mean my previous ultrasound would be over a year at that time. I would appreciate if possible to have ultrasound in the next month or so since it has been six months now since the last ultrasound. Just trying to stay proactive for any possible health concerns. Thank you."

"Hopefully can get my Barrett's under control and get my diet figured out"

"I don't not remember the nurses name other than she was rn was very efficient, friendly and professional. As far as Kari Ernst, it doesn't get any better than her. She's outstanding in her field so incredibly knowledgeable kind and patient she's amazing. I hope medical Associates knows how lucky they are to have her."

"Friendly and competent Staff and Doctor."

"Always curious and informative."

"I had to take my paperwork home. I should have been able to fill out all applicable paperwork during the appointment. I feel the appointment was unwarranted and could have been an email or a phone call."

"I knew when I called back in January it would take a bit to get in, but 2 months was a bit long as many of my symptoms went away or changed, but she went over all my previous and current symptoms and concerns to come up with a plan for testing to figure out what is going on. She listened and was very professional and courteous."

"All good"

"Kari Ernst was professional, knowledgeable, took the time to get to know my situation and had a very approachable interpersonal style. I was very impressed with her capabilities. I feel she offered me good options to address my concerns."

"Everyone was very helpful and courteous."

"The people I saw were so polite and friendly they made you feel at home. They listened and explained things great, I felt comfortable telling them my problems."

"satisified"

"Always very good experience"

"Kari Ernst was very patient with my list of questions and concerns. She took my troubling condition seriously and has requested the tests and treatments necessary to get answers. I truly appreciated how thorough she was with my treatment."

"Always very helpful and nice"

"Entire staff was Professional and thorough."

"Really good people."

"Kari Ernst is great and good"

"Love Kari Ernst!!"

"New provider, very happy with her"

"They were all very friendly and caring! Made me very relaxed!"

"It was a good experience with Kari as it always is. Quick and very helpful and listened to my issues."

"Always courteous and helpful"

"Kari is so kind and really listens to my concerns and is willing to work with me on treatment options. I would highly recommend her to anyone!!"

"Kari is very knowledgeable and friendly"

"Kari Ernst is very thorough, and listens to me to decide what would be the best route to go with treatment. Thanks"

"Kari explained the tests she was planning to do in a way that I could easily understand. I appreciated the written copy of the directions I was given. She was very kind and listened to my concerns."

"This was a first time visit with Kari. She was very personable and professional and took plenty of time answering my questions and explaining future treatment. Kari's nurse was very good at his job."

"Very pleased."

"I would highly recommend Kari Ernst. She is personable, caring and knowledgeable about my care. Excellent care!"

"The environment was clean, comfortable temperature, and receptionist spoke clearly and politely in asking their questions, the Nurse conducted the preliminary procedures professionally & compassionately. Kari Ernst ARNP reviewed with me the reasons why I was referred to her; explained what health plan would benefit me; asked if there were any questions. I asked several questions, and she was going to "investigate a concern I had and get back with me". (That response I found impressive & refreshing."

"I received good information"

"I had labs and xray done but haven't heard back from Dr. On results"

"Kari was Jim we're excellent today. Listened, provided feedback and I left feeling pleased about my care."

"Very helpful on explaining where we are at with treatment, what we are doing next and what I can expect going forward."

"She walked me to the door and opened it for me as I have to use a walker."

"Very kind, personal and professional!They answered all questions! Excellent...."

"Excellent service"

"I was given special care"

"Good appointment."

"Everything went super good for my appointment."

"All staff I encountered where very courteous, respectful, and joyful personalities! This was at the Cari Ernst Office."

"The main thing is she asked me how the two medical were working. She just did not take it for granted that they were working. This showed me anyways that she was actually concerned about my health. I know these surveys are to be all hush-hush, however, please tell EARNST I enjoyed our visit and appreciate her professional behavior."

"She addressed all of my symptoms"

"Hi, I was impressed that Carrie had read through my records and the tests that were sent there from [REDACTED]. I thought she was well informed of what was happening in my situation and so that we could best treat and test for some various things. I was impressed with my first visit. Thank you."

"Getting right in was very nice."

"The only hang up was took 2 and a half months to get the appointment"

"Kari is very respectful, kind and knowledgeable. I always appreciate her concern and recommendations."

"Great new staff at the infusion center. Kari Ernst also is really good!"

"This was an initial visit with provider. Liked her very much. Professional, kind and thorough."

"Kari E. Is excellent. Warm & compassionate willing to listen."

"efficient"

"Always helpful experience"

"I am frustrated that treatment is progressing so slowly."

"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"