About Digestive Health Institute

At Digestive Health Institute, we put patient care at the forefront of everything we do. We’re proud of the professional care we provide while remaining compassionate toward our patients. To learn more about who we are, take a look at some of our values, our medical focus and our partners.

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Experienced Physicians

The physicians we bring on to our team haven’t recently just finished their residency training; they’ve been physicians for several years. Their experience provides our team with a strong foundation to treat your gastrointestinal health needs.

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Personalize Care

We focus on providing our patients with personalized care in every aspect. We meet our patients where they are and guide them through the treatment process while ensuring their comfort every step of the way.

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MSU Affiliated

Since the year 2000, we’ve partnered with Michigan State University to combine the clinical and educational fields. This partnership is designed to facilitate both educational and medicinal innovations in gastroenterology.

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About the Digestive health Institute Andrea Koerner using a stethoscope to check a patient

Our Mission

Digestive Health Institute aims to serve its community by providing excellent gastrointestinal care

Since 1998, we’ve been working to serve our community. Digestive Health Institute was established to provide distinctive gastrointestinal and liver disease care for the people of central Michigan. We aim to give our patients the highest level of care while simultaneously maintaining both compassion and professionalism. Our team is committed to finding the latest innovations in gastrointestinal medicine and how technology can be best used to provide effective treatment to our patients.

The achievements here and the future of our continued exceptionalism at Digestive Health Institute can be solely attributed to our highly qualified staff.

Our Doctors

We’re proud of our team here at Digestive Health Institute. Our health care providers include some of the very best colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists and physician assistants. To learn more about our qualified team of specialists, please visit our providers page.

Scott A. Plaehn, DO, FACOI

Scott Plaehn, DO, FACOI

Gastroenterologist

Albert B. Ross, MD

Albert Ross, MD

Gastroenterologist

Dorian T. Jones, MD

Dorian Jones, MD

Gastroenterologist

Jannel Lee-Allen, MD, MUP

Jannel Lee- Allen, M.D.

Gastroenterologist

Jannel Lee-Allen, MD, MUP

Tadd Hiatt, MD

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Matthew DiMagno on blue background

Matthew J. DiMagno, MD, AGAF

Gastroenterologist

Our Doctors

We’re proud of our team here at Digestive Health Institute. Our health care providers include some of the very best colorectal surgeons, gastroenterologists and physician assistants. To learn more about our qualified team of specialists, please visit our providers page.

Scott Plaehn, DO, FACOI

Albert Ross, MD

Dorian Jones, MD

Areas of Expertise

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All Procedures

Colonoscopy

One of our specialties is providing patients with routine colonoscopies, to look for abnormalities in the colon.

Sigmoidoscopy

Another of our areas of expertise is performing sigmoidoscopies to examine the condition of the sigmoid colon.

Endoscopy

We offer a few different types of endoscopies for patients with undiagnosed bowel conditions and disorders.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Most of our surgical procedures are minimally invasive, meaning small incisions that leave smaller scars.

Our Locations

The Digestive Health Institute

Lansing Surgery Center

What Our Patients Are Saying

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Excellent

John Walling, Jr., D.O.4.7

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Lori S.

Doc Julian and staff are friendly, passionate and caring. Can't ask for more.

Kim C.

Infusion center is convenient!

Catherine C.

Wonderful, caring, patient people work here. No rushing you out the door on their timetable. They take as much time with your concerns as you need.

cindy K.

Everyone was very nice and informative.

William E.

Short wait to see doctor Walling, attentive staff, good consultation with Dr Walling and able to make next appointment immediately

Judy M.

Always pleased with the staff and doctors services. The telephone system leaves a lot to be desired though.

Danny T.

The whole staff was very friendly and helpful. Everyone was more than willing to answer questions. Dr Yusaf, as usual, was very informative and addressed our concerns. We were given paperwork describing the preparation for the procedure and had those explained. We were told to contact if any questions.

Kristina S.

Got me in and out with no problems

Darla B.

Very professional

Gwen C.

All of the staff were excellent. From the moment I checked in until the moment I was escorted to the car to leave. All of the nurses (especially Allie) were very knowledgeable, friendly and caring. Dr. Plaehn was great as he is always. Thank you.

Michele W.

The endoscopy procedure here cost thousands less than in my home town, Eaton Rapids. My daughter's procedure started on time and check-in process very efficient and put us at ease.

Candis R.

I was in rather desperate need for a new GI doctor, and I could not be more pleased with Dr. Jones, his PA, Jonathan, and the rest of the staff.

Kristina K.

Professional, quick and compassionate care was given to me for my recent surgical procedure. I won't hesitate to come back as needed.

Richard T.

Great medical staff. Made the procedure as comfortable as possible.

Shane S.

Great place!

Karly D.

I really like the way they treat people

Doug M.

Start to finish, professional, competent, friendly staff and on time!

Elisabeth P.

Efficient and gentle care

Lacie L.

Brooke is amazing. Dr. Ross is incredible.

Mike L.

DR Allen performed my wife's procedure and we both loved her. She was so personable and made us both feel welcome. She also has the ability to joke with you while keeping the conversation focused on the task at hand. She was great.

Memoria M.

Excellent staff! Front desk Teresa and nurse Mckinzie were both outstanding. Very professional and very kind. Dr. Calli is simply one of the best doctors I met in the last 5 years. Highly capable and shows interest and empathy. Congrats!

STEVE R.

Very caring and professional staff. They never appear hurried during visits and always spend as much time as needed to explain everything in detail and answer any questions

Carrie O.

Brooke is great. I didn’t feel rushed or my symptoms dismissed; I was listened to, and an action plan was put in place immediately. Could not be happier with the staff or treatment. If you need a GI who will listen and help you get better, this is the place!

Denise S.

My son had an appointment with Dr. Walling JR. He was very methodical with getting information about my son's physical condition.

Holly C.

Excellent staff and the level of care was awesome! Thank you!