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Dr. Charles Parrish, MD

Dr. Charles Parrish, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Parrish, MD is a gastroenterologist in Decatur, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory University Hospital and Northside Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 47 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (47 reviews)

Practice

2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 550 Decatur, GA 30033
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Parrish is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Atlanta, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Parrish is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Parrish specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Parrish's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parrish

4.4
47 ratings, 24 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Good experience
My first time visiting dr parrish and certainly not my last. All around good guy
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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Parry – Jan 05, 2025
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Dr. P is thorough and provided an extensive and comprehensive assessment. This was a relief to me because I am accustomed to doctors rushing and not actually listening. Everything was totally different at Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology
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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Sophie – May 20, 2021
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Solid reliable transparent doctor - educates, informs, good manners, solid operation. I recoomend
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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Jonn – Feb 19, 2021
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smooth as silk. I've seen both docs at this practice to see if one was better than the other, but they are both fantastic. Dr. Parrish resolved serious reflux I was experiencing in minutes and I had immediate relief
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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Nic – Feb 19, 2021
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smooth as silk. I've seen both docs at this practice to see if one was better than the other, but they are both fantastic. Dr. Parrish resolved serious reflux I was experiencing in minutes and I had immediate relief
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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Mamie – Feb 19, 2021
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I have been seeing both Dr. Rausher and Dr. Parrish for longer than I can even recall. They have been tremendously helpful throughout my life, and have enabled me to live a more healthy, productive, happy lifestyle without experiencing the terrible GI symptoms that originally caused me great pain. I highly recommend the entire staff and both doctors at AEC and ACG. Ten out of ten!
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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George – Oct 28, 2020
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He failed to discuss the sedation procedure. I was put to sleep with my first two colonoscopies with other doctors in the past, as my husband was as well. I was surprised and annoyed that I was only given light sedation and I watched the whole thing on video! It was ok overall but I can’t understand how he could fail to mention that important point!
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 14, 2020
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Dr. Parrish is both a well-seasoned, knowledgable and surprisingly entertaining/fun as a physician. I have been seeing Dr. P for about 1.5 years now. I’ve had about half a dozen visits. Dr. Parrish at Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology has really helped me alleviate a lot of miscellaneous unpleasant GI-related ailments I have previously suffered with. I really like the guy personally, and professionally his work is - candidly - what one could best hope for in seeing a Gastroenterologist. This physician is direct, he knows what he is talking about, he listens to my questions and answers them, and he focuses on action. He is a problem-solution oriented (yet compassionate) doctor. I love his focus on the solution element of the term. He focuses on making me feel better, and working with me to determine the best means for me to go about achieving my goal. I am happy to repot I am now better than ever thanks primarily to Dr. Charles Parrish, but also to the entire staff and Atlanta Center
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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Samuel – Oct 18, 2019
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I have seen doctor Charles Parrish for multiple gastrointestinal related problems throughout the year. He is always a pleasure to see. He answers my questions adequately and assesses my needs thoroughly. I give him 5/5 across the board. He has also performed a colonoscopy on me, which went extremely smoothly. No complaints, only compliments!
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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Wesley in GA – Jun 28, 2019
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Excellent overall experience highly recommend
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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Zack in GA – Jun 19, 2019
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r. Parrish is my 2nd favorite doctor all any stomach, digestive, and GI needs.. He is intelligent, thoughtful, a good listener, compassionate, knowledgeable, and practical. I absolutely would refer anyone I care for to Dr. Parrish at Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology & Atlanta Endoscopy Center above anyone else, and I've worked with countless GI docs . PS - just fyi - . my # favorite physician is the other doc working at ACG, Dr.David Rausher. They both have unique attributes I respect and ap
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2019
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Had EGD this past month. Terrific staff. Very caring physician. The total time I was in and out of there was entirely reasonable. My procedure was surprisingly pain-free. I got my results back quickly and I highly recommend this physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2019
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Horrible doctor.I wish there was a "no star " option. Careless,not interested,rude and useless.Gave me the wrong information(just to convince me to do the procedure he was recommending) ,misread my medical records,didn't ask for my symptoms,was disrespectful towards other doctors advice and was basically trying to get rid of me after not saying a single useful thing. Not worth a dime.Please search a doctor that is actually doing his job not one that will try to "sell" you things for their benefi
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 22, 2019
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DerrickHam2017@outlook.com Dr. Charles Parrish is both a funny and extremely intelligent gastroenterologist. He helped identify a serious health issue I didn't even knew exist. I definitely recommend him and staff at both Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology and Atlanta Endoscopy Center to anyone - highest recommendation!!
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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D. Hamilton – Jan 05, 2019
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Dr. Parrish saw me the day after I called-in to schedule my 1st appointment. I found him to be a very friendly man with great bedside manner. I could tell from our lengthy consultation that this gastroenterologist is both very season, knowledgable, and caring. Although I initially wanted to inquire about my acid reflux (GERD) during our consult (which I did), I proceeded to have a subsequent procedure at Dr. Parrish's ASC, Atlanta Endoscopy Center. Again, very impressed by the MD, Staff, etc.
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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Herbert Landcaster in Atlanta, GA – Nov 17, 2018
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FANTASTIC Doctor and Staff! I have been going to Dr. Parrish for 25 years. In recent years, the staff changed. Though I miss the old nurse, the new nurse is an excellent replacement -- both nursing skills and "bed-side manner." Actually, ALL of the new staff are great -- from intake to outtake. This review is from someone who hates to go to the doctor, so I really appreaciate this doctor and staff.
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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Decatur, GA – Aug 25, 2018
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Fantastic provider - great bedside manner, attention to detail, and care for his patients. I highly recommend.
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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Morgan in Decatur, GA – Jul 17, 2018
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Dr. P’s clinic and staff are like no other in the world. Highly recommed!
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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Danny in covington, ga – Dec 02, 2017
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Dr. Parrish gets a 5-star review from me in terms of the quality of his procedures. Mind was done at Atlanta Endoscopy Center and I have to say – I am incredibly pleased with the results! Everything was explained to me ahead of time, so there were no surprises. The procedure, its preparation, and the results went exactly as planned. I don’t know how it could have been any better. I strongly recommend Dr. Charles Parrish to family and friends for colonoscopies and EGDs..
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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Client in Decatur, GA – Nov 27, 2017
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Excellent doctor overall. His decades of experience really show through in his analysis of my procedure's results.
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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Confidential – Nov 10, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Compassionate, accessible medical care in the area of gastroenterology and hepatology (digestive diseases). Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology, PC and Atlanta Endoscopy Center, LTD was founded decades ago to provide high-quality, patient-centered,...read more

biography

Dr. Parrish completed his Internship and Residency at Vanderbilt University Nashville, Tennessee. He is trained in advanced endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopy, upper endoscopy (EGD) and ERCP. Dr. Parrish specializes in gastroenterology...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

  • Hepatology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • University Ky

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Vanderbilt University

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
  • University Of Tennessee

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Parrish is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 550 Decatur, GA 30033
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Emory University Hospital

      1364 Clifton Rd NE
      Atlanta, GA 30322
      Recipient of 37
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Piedmont Hospital

      1968 Peachtree Rd NW
      Atlanta, GA 30309
      Recipient of 30
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Northside Hospital

      1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
      Atlanta, GA 30342
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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