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| - Tough review for me because Dr. Johnson is a very nice and friendly guy. I chose him based on the list of physicians in my area who participate in my insurance plan. I read mixed reviews online. Coming from a primary care physician for whom I rarely had to wait, was able to get all of my labwork done on site, and who spent ample time talking to me, and genuinely expressing care and concern about my well-being, this isn't living up to the experience.
Each time I make an appointment I wind up not seeing the doctor for at least 45 minutes. I understand that this is a busy area and a busy time of year, but it's frustrating to make an appointment and consistently not be seen on time.
Also, I find that because he's so busy he kind of brushes off my concerns. I'm not a long winded patient - I'm in healthcare myself so I understand the other side and I try to be brief and to the point. But there have been instances where I felt "cut off" and left with unanswered questions. I waited patiently in the waiting room to be seen - can I at least get the courtesy of my physician hearing me out and not talking to me as he walks out the door? We spent more time talking about hobbies (golf, etc.) than the reason for my visit.
Lastly, I'd prefer to find a primary care physician with an office where I can get needed lab work done on premise. Those early morning, first-come/first-serve Quest visits are enough to make me minimize my own health concerns and not get blood work done. As a nurse, it's hard enough for me to take time thinking of my own health and actually getting myself to a doctor. I don't want to put aside two separate times to see the doc and get needed bloodwork.
All in all, I'm not entirely thrilled with the bedside manner but Dr. Johnson is a very nice, personable guy. Just don't find him easy to talk to on a patient level.
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