Norma J. Garcia-Meraz, ARNP
Richland, WA 99352
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About Norma J. Garcia-Meraz
Since childhood, Norma knew she wanted to help others, especially those who were ill. Initially that calling lead her into a nursing career. In 2008, she decided to further her education and became an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner. Her goal is to help all of her patients achieve better health and well-being. Norma enjoys spending free time with her family, playing volleyball and traveling to new places.
Washington State University

Kadlec
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She made a good decision to send me to the ER
Providence Patient
During this visit I waited 30 minutes for the provider in the exam room. She was very knowledgeable and highly efficient. I felt extremely rushed once the provider entered the room, and felt that she spoke at a very fast rate. I got the feeling that the practice was under-staffed.
Providence Patient
She listened to this "old" lady and was impressed how well she listened and responded to any questions that I had - highly recommend this health provider ...
Providence Patient
Norma Garcia is likely my favorite doctor' ever.So thorough, so knowledgeable, exceeds all expectations! I met her years ago at an urgent care clinic and wished she could be my regular provider. I was so pleased she was at the gastroenterology center and even more impressed with her experienced knowledge.Her advice has completely changed my life for the better (after years of suffering) and I give thanks for her every single day.
Providence Patient
I was very impressed on her knowledge of my medical history. She took the time to research me and all my medical problems. She listened to what I had to say about how I am feeling.
Providence Patient
Always helpful and friendly
Providence Patient
Excellent experience'! Everyone was very attentive, professional, and kind.
Providence Patient
I love Norma. She's the BEST!!
Providence Patient
It was good.
Providence Patient
Norma is very knowledgeable & provided lots of information. Also ordered tests I needed & her team followed up by scheduling more tests. Appreciate her attention. She spent a good amount of time with me even though it seem to me she was pretty busy!
Providence Patient
She seemed a good person and understood the reason why I was there. I know she is a busy Dr. In her field; she was fast in speaking, also a nice person.
Providence Patient
Great experience
Providence Patient
Always enjoy appointments with Norma.
Providence Patient
Norma Jean was very good at patient education
Providence Patient
Doctor was knowledgeable and very helpful moving forward with scopes in a timely manner.
Providence Patient
Every One there was polite and professional.
Providence Patient
Very pleased
Providence Patient
Norma was very thorough with everything she was direct, friendly, and caring.I really felt valued as a patient and felt comfortable in her presence She Is very knowledgeable & explained things in a manner that was easy to understand.
Providence Patient
Norma was very knowledgeable and was very thorough in explaining what was causing my problem and offered potential options and solutions to try to alleviate my symptoms.
Providence Patient
NP Garcia was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful.
Providence Patient
This was my first visit with this provider and was very happy and felt she knew what she was talking about. I was very happy with her.
Providence Patient
I was thankful at how Norma explained my treatment choices and providing me with details about my upcoming procedure. She provided easy to understand instructions and also listened to what I had to say.
Providence Patient
I found this providers bedside manner quite lacking, she was terse and wondered why I was even there.
Providence Patient
Excellent
Providence Patient
She was great! She listened and gave me great advice. Then explained an upcoming test.
Providence Patient
Norma was great. I had read about some issues with her on the internet, but I found her to be professional, extremely supportive and addressed my issues appropriately.
Providence Patient
NORMA WAS GREAT VERY UNDER STANDING!!!
Providence Patient
Visit was extremely helpful.
Providence Patient
Professional and informative
Providence Patient
Norma is incredible. She is one of the best health care providers I've ever had. She listens carefully and responds to every issue or question I have. She is amazing.
Providence Patient
Excellent care! Caring, thoughtful, thorough comforting explanation of my condition and path forward to heal.
Providence Patient
Response to current needs has been fast .. With very quick scheduling of a needed procedure.
Providence Patient
No bad experiences.
Providence Patient
I received a lot of information about IBS from Norma....probably it would have been easier if I could have received notes from this visit as far as suggestions.
Providence Patient
Provider was easy to talk to
Providence Patient
The provider and staff were courteous and professional.
Providence Patient
Good knowledge and communication
Providence Patient
I love Norma she makes me feel heard, and explains everything in an easy to understand way. I didn't feel rushed, and she even used visual representations. I 100% will reccomend Norma to anybody who has gastro issues.
Providence Patient
I have very good visits with the clinic
Providence Patient
Everyone appeared happy to do their job. Very accommodating. I have had no bad experiences.
Providence Patient
She was great! We talked about my procedure going to take place and we also visited about everything and anything. She is very easy to talk to
Providence Patient
I feel Dr Garcia went the extra mile to cover all the options of what might be bothering me.
Providence Patient
The provider is wonderful. Spent so much time with me.
Providence Patient
Good
Providence Patient
Norma is wonderful and I would recommend her to anyone needing gastroenterology care
Providence Patient
I was very pleased with. Norma Garcia. She made me feel comfortable and was concerned about me. It was my first visit with her.
Providence Patient
Norma was probably one of the best ARNP's I've seen in a very long time, so thorough, not rushed, listened to my concerns, and gave me some great advice as how to care for my health issues.
Providence Patient
I felt like my appt should have been scheduled sooner than it was. It took 2 months to get in. But when I went in for my spot everyone was great. The Dr was so kind and fabulous. Thank you all!
Providence Patient
Norma was very informative and helpful!She listened and had answers.
Providence Patient
Very professional visit.
Providence Patient
She is very helpful.
Providence Patient
It was easy to check in, fill out the paperwork( wasn't very much paperwork) and the appointment went very well. It was a good experience all in all.
Providence Patient
Norma Is always patient,friendly,respectful and helpful. Everyone is always very friendly and helpful. Thank you to everyone
Providence Patient
It was a great visit she listened and determined to figure how to help me. She is wonderful
Providence Patient
Kadlec has a great health care team at every facility.
Providence Patient
Takes time to listen to you. Very helpful.
Providence Patient
Norma Garcia is extremely thorough and took the time to suggest solutions to my problem.
Providence Patient
Norma is a very knowledgeable physician! She is very thorough and very caring! I feel good being under her care!
Providence Patient
I will go back to this office if I need to.
Providence Patient
Knowledgeable!
Providence Patient
Very knowledgeable, kind, caring, Expland in detail, gave brochures on things to help my condition.
Providence Patient
She knew my diagnosis and was very clear on what my symptoms should be and she was correct. She believes after my next appointment we can figure something out.
Providence Patient
Norma Garcia is a kind and gentle person.
Providence Patient
She is very thorough and always explains treatment plans thoroughly.
Providence Patient
Explained my conditions thoroughly
Providence Patient
Excellent service, thanks!!
Providence Patient
She is very professional and courteous warm attentive and clear willing to address all concerns a wonderful person!
Providence Patient
Felt rushed and not listened to.
Providence Patient
Very good experience
Providence Patient
She was very polite and to the point. Lo
Providence Patient
I must say that Norma is very professional, kind, courteous and down to earth provider. She took the time to make sure I understood my results and answered all of my questions. I have to commend her dedication to her profession and that also goes for the rest of the time in her facility....."excellent job".
Providence Patient
Norma explain things very thoroughly for me, that's the first time someone is it really explained what my condition was. She is excellent.
Providence Patient
Was a very great appoint.ent. Dr is extremely knowelable and help.ful
Providence Patient
Norma is great. She is very knowledgable and explains everything in detail.
Providence Patient
Norma was great to work with. She took time to go over my chart with me. Drew me visuals to help me understand my own colon better and the challenges it has. Answered all my questions with patience and understanding my concerns about only having one kidney and my age. My regular provider is not part of the Kadlec system.
Providence Patient
All good!
Providence Patient
Pleasant, kind & professional; concerns addressed & questions answered
Providence Patient
Very good and caring about my needs and what I asked for.
Providence Patient
Great office. The clerks up front were super helpful.
Providence Patient
I wish all providers were as considerate, knowledgeable and caring as Norma. She is phenomenal, not only sharing information in a way that is understandable but also putting symptoms together and coming up with an answer. Highly recommend!
Providence Patient
Extremely knowledgeable, exceptionally considerate as well as efficient in responding to patients needs.
Providence Patient
Norma was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions in regards to my health. Exceptional customer service from the front desk staff to the medical staff.
Providence Patient
When I asked her questions about my scheduled blood tests, she explained them to me in a way that I could understand. She was also very polite and I would be happy to recommend her to anyone.
Providence Patient
My caregiver was excellent. However, I spoke with her two weeks ago and the two tests that I am supposed to be scheduled for have not been contacted to schedule and is more of an urgent issue and still happening
Providence Patient
Norma Garcia is wonerful with her patients!
Providence Patient
My care at Kadlec Gastric has always bren excellent
Providence Patient
Love Norma's way to understand visits. She listens to what I have to say and I know she's truly concerned.
Providence Patient
Everyone was very helpful and listened to me regarding my health issues
Providence Patient
I very much appreciated that Dr Garcia listened to all my concerns and explain recommended treatment.
Providence Patient
When I first saw Norma, she spent aroind 40 mins with me getting all of my history and concerns down. She asked many great questions she made me feel listened to and not judged. I really appreciate her advice as well. I am so thankful she was able to take me on as a new Patient
Providence Patient
Very "matter of fact" discussion from Norma.
Providence Patient
Everything went as planned
Providence Patient
Very thorough and knowledgeable
Providence Patient
Norma Garcia is an excellent communicator. I appreciate the way she reviews current treatment options and pros and cons of them.
Providence Patient
Norma is great!! Very knowledgeable, kind, patient, and explains things very well in easy to understand terms.
Providence Patient
She talked fast and had great information but not all of it was reflected in the post visit instructions so I could follow up on it easily.
Providence Patient
The provider is definitely someone I would recommend and that I felt comfortable with.
Providence Patient
Professional; asked pertinent questions based on my medical records, listened and explained the upcoming procedure. Very competent and well informed and caring.
Providence Patient
Compassionate, respectful, knowledgeable, and thorough.
Providence Patient
During this appointment, the provider asked about the effectiveness of a prescription she had previously written for a medical issue unrelated to this appointment. After listening to my response to her question, she recognised that the dose needed to be adjusted. Within a couple of days after taking the new dose, my symptoms have disappeared and my well being significantly improved.
Providence Patient
Clinical Interests
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colorectal Screening
- Digestive Disorders
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
- Endoscopy
- Esophageal Ph Test
- Liver Disease
- Manometry
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Virtual Care
This appointment was taken care for my questions and future appointment for this condition.
Providence Patient