I love her; had a procedure I was nervous about due to pain and she made it fast and painless; she…read morehas a great bedside manner and I would highly recommend her

Dr. Shepherd and the office staff and her assistant were all great! Very knowledgeable and helped…read moredeliver my healthy baby

No idea how this place has so many positive google reviews, but I find it highly suspicious they're…read morenot on yelp. I had a nightmare of an experience with them and am shocked with how I was treated. I've never been treated so poorly or met with such hostility from a medical professional team. Every appointment, of which I had three, I left with more questions than answers causing unnecessary anxiety. My very first appointment was at 5 weeks and I had an ultrasound showing a sac in my uterus and a cyst on my ovary (3x3cm). The doctor told me he cannot rule out that it's not ectopic and told me to go to the ER if I had any cramping or bleeding while at my wedding in Mexico. After talking with friends and hours of research (thank you ChatGPT), I learned it's pretty standard/normal to have a cyst on your ovary, and a sac in your uterus is indicative of a normal/healthy pregnancy. For my second appointment at 7 weeks the doctor was in and out in less than 8 minutes. I had an ultrasound where we learned the cyst on my ovary had doubled in size within the last two weeks. I was looking for any information, good or bad, about this cyst and what to expect. I was met with hostility as though I should know all the answers myself. The doctor said to us "what questions do you have before I leave the room." My husband asked if the cyst is something we should be worried about and the doctor held up his hand to show us how big 7 cm is. My husband luckily thought to ask what the cyst was filled with (fluid), so we could at least do some research on our own. No information was volunteered by the doctor or staff, we had to know exactly what to ask. After my second appt went by so abruptly, I called the next day to ask what the transfer process would be if we wanted to change providers. We received an email address for the practice and were told to email them if we wanted to transfer my records, and to include the contact info for whatever practice we plan to move to. After discussion with my husband, we decided to stay with Lotus women's health-- maybe this last appointment was just a fluke, and it is very close to our house. I called back within the hour to clarify that we're not changing practices and wanted to be sure to keep my currently scheduled appointments and confirmed we were staying- please don't cancel my appointments. Prior to my next appointment, I was sure to complete all appointment confirmations and pre-check-in information for my next appointment, so I was sure I was in their system and they were ready/able to see me. Today was my third and last appt, which was so hostile and very confusing. I'm now 11 weeks along and it had been 4 weeks since my last ultrasound (which had complications due to my large cyst so I was excited to have my next one). They mentioned at the end of my second appointment that this 3rd ultrasound would be trans-abdominal (whereas my past two were trans-vaginal), plus I've also had one every appointment so I'm thinking that's how these things work. When we were put in a room without ultrasound abilities, I asked what we were doing today. A few minutes later, the office manager came in to tell me there will be no ultrasound and that today is just a check-up. After a few minutes of questions, the office manager said "clearly you're unhappy here so I recommend transferring." I was shocked and so confused. I'm a first time mom and need a bit of hand-holding, kindness, and clear communication on what comes next. I did not get that. I've never done any of this before and I'm not a medical professional, so I was hoping for more information to be volunteered rather than expecting us to know what to ask and how to navigate this journey. I am shocked with how we were treated these last two appointments, especially today, and very sad it went the way that it did. I hope any expecting moms who go here are treated with more kindness than my husband and I were. Best wishes and happy, healthy pregnancies to all! Edit: to any prospective patients, I encourage you to visit their google reviews and take note that they share personal patient information in their argumentative responses to all negative reviews. A clear privacy violation, plus a complete lack of patient care or customer service. Beware.

Dr. Aguin, Angie the midwife, and the entire staff are amazing! They are professional,…read morecompassionate, and always make you feel comfortable and cared for. Dr. Aguin takes time to explain everything, Angie has such a warm and supportive presence, and the staff is always friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this team for anyone looking for outstanding OBGYN care

I have been seeing Dr. Cindy Johnston for the past six years, and I can't recommend her highly…read moreenough. She is incredibly knowledgeable and is also very good at explaining complex medical issues in a way that I can understand. My autoimmune disease had been misdiagnosed for more than 12 years before I came to Dr. Johnston. She knew exactly which labs, imaging, and other testing to order, and she was able to correctly diagnose a condition that my previous doctors had been telling me was something completely different. Since then, she has worked with me to find the biologic that works best for me, which has made a real difference in my mobility and overall quality of life. Just as importantly, I've always felt that Dr. Johnston listens to me and takes my concerns seriously. When something changes or a new problem comes up, I know I can ask questions and get thoughtful guidance rather than feeling rushed or dismissed. Her staff are wonderful as well. Everyone in the office is kind and helpful, and they even remember my name when I come in, which makes the office feel especially welcoming. Dr. Johnston's medical assistant is always helpful and responsive, and the staff are exceptionally good at navigating the complicated process of getting biologic medications approved by insurance. They also know how to help patients find assistance programs when medications aren't covered or are otherwise unaffordable. Managing a chronic autoimmune disease can be complicated, and having a physician and office staff who are both knowledgeable and genuinely helpful makes an enormous difference. I'm very grateful to have found Dr. Johnston and her team.

Dr.Johnston at Bradenton Arthritis Center is by far, one of the most knowledgeable Rhematologists…read morein the area. She has helped my condition and is very caring. The office personnel are caring and knowledgeable and the office is run very well. I couldn't be happier with my care there. They have a well run infusion and diagnostics lab also. I am very happy with this office and my care here.

Absolutely perfect! Explains everything, super patient at the desk, and willing to talk through all…read moreoptions! They always remember who I am, and I felt like I was in a room where I was heard. When it came to give birth I was so scared to have a C section, but the team was so calm and understanding that it felt like my brothers and sisters were in there. I can not thank you guys enough

I tried to book here twice. Both times I showed up they said they had no record of me having an…read moreappointment even though I checked the number I called last week and it was the same exact number as their business. That's OK because my coworker said she went there and they missed her cancer diagnosis she had to go somewhere else and they finally found it.

My pain management experiences with Ramos Center have been positive with the staff and medical…read moreproviders in Venice. They all demonstrate concern and respect whether a check-up, procedure, or follow-up. When I did not have consistent results, they referred me to another doctor. The fact that they take this step with patients says that they have the patient's well-being as their top priority. If anyone experiences severe pain, Ramos Center in Venice should be the first choice.

I had a procedure w/Dr Ramos yesterday. Everyone @ the Port Charlotte center was very polite &…read moreprofessional. They run on time. They're thorough w/their instructions & their follow up. I highly recommend them.

This practice is fantastic. From Dr. Bakus to her staff I have nothing but positive thoughts. They…read moreare friendly, professional, courteous, and always convey genuine care. I recently had a health emergency for which a trip to the emergency room resulted in nothing. No care, no prescription, no relief, no diagnosis and inadequate testing. I went to see Dr. Bakus as a walk in the next day and was diagnosed and treated within hours despite it being a holiday weekend. She has stayed on top of the situation. I appreciate the whole spectrum of medicine practiced from modern, to Eastern and in between. Dr. Bakus is thorough, caring and empathetic. Her staff is equally wonderful. They greet you with caring and always remember your situation. The facilities are always immaculate. If I could give a 10 star rating I would.

My family has been going to Suncoast Family since it opened, and we could not be happier. We are…read morealways treated with care and respect, and Dr. Bakus is very sweet and takes her time to try and get to the bottom of any issues. She has had some turnover with staff, but that is common with any new business. The staff that is there now is very helpful and kind. I would not hesitate to recommend this practice to others.

Dr. Hanna is money first, patient last. If ever. Any concern…read moreI've ever brought to her, she has brushed off. Any referral I've asked for, she has told me I need to figure that out with my insurance, myself. She breaks everything possible into multiple visits so that billing happens as much as possible. For my last appointment, I had a urinalysis that she admitted she never reviewed, even though it was a severe issue that needed immediate care. I had to make a new appointment a week later to review those results because I still wasn't feeling well. When I told her it was unacceptable that she never reviewed my results, she said "it's Monday" and "you're not my only patient", I said it's been a week and that's a terrible way to treat a patient. She back tracked immediately and said she did review my results and never followed up because she didn't need to. She then began being very condescending to me and even told me she doesn't need to mother me or check back in (and denied telling me to call her if I needed a medication change, as my infection was a tricky one to treat). I again, told her this is very condescending as I was just following exactly what she told me to do. She actually hung up on me during this telehealth video call. She is truly the only PCP that was available when I moved here and it is clear why. The office itself is so gross and creepy. She's cared a lot more about my outfits I wore to my appointments, than my family's colorful cancer history! This was my final straw after her lack of care for 2 years, so this is probably a blessing in disguise for me!

ABSOLUTE WORST OFFICE EVER!! ***PLEASE GO ANYWHERE ELSE***I wish I could give zero stars. All this…read moreoffice cares about is taking you money and having access to it. I will not be taken advantage of and will always stand up for myself and the red flags this place was waving did not fly with me. 1) They want you to sign a document stating that they can charge you a day before a visit (they say it is for telehealth only but the "legal document" does not specify telehealth). 2) Go to pay your copay $1, but surprise there is a $10 minimum charge and I never carry cash. Not anywhere in their signage or documents does it go over a minimum. The old Indian man at the front office tried to tell me I can't go anywhere like a store or restaurant and pay less than $10....WRONG!! I already tried to leave the office because they couldn't conduct business properly and as I'm walking out they called me back to the desk and try to explain more, as I'm saying that they can not charge me more than the $1 copay the office man said that I would not be a good fit for the office...DUH!!! I was already on my way out the door. 3) The office is disgusting, I have to unfortunately go where my insurance is covered and I made a poor choice going here. I can't believe this place is still in business. It's so unfortunate for those who don't have access to better care than this. I thought I liked the Dr. and Nurse Ann, but the front desk staff and their policy is atrocious.

Out of all of the Doctors that I visited during my time living in Bradenton/Sarasota, Dr. Okuhara…read morewas by far the best. If I were to ever move to the area again, she would be my first choice. She believes in preventative care and is extremely professional. Her offices are clean and well run, she truly cares about her patients, and she is easy to talk to. Since money was always an issue for me, she went out of her way to give me samples or discount coupons on my prescription medications, when they were available. She also made sure to discuss every aspect of life with me that would affect my health; such as diet, stress, excercise, family history, and overall well being. She has also given me excellent referrals and worked with my insurance companies to make sure that my preventative care is covered. Sometimes her office staff and nurses can be pushy or rude, since she is in a shared office complex with other doctors.

This review is long overdue! Having moved down from NY where I had wonderful doctors, I frankly…read moredidn't expect in my urban snobbery to find anyone who could compete with the type of medical care to which I was accustomed. Hands down, I discovered that Dr. Okuhara excels beyond my several decades of experience in going to doctors. If the criteria include: 1) Professional competence; 2) Time with patient; 3) Diagnostic ability (especially outstanding); 4) Availability; 5) Excellent referrals to top-notch specialists (best experiences with her referrals every time); and 6)) Compassionate billing practices and office procedures, Dr. Okuhara gets 6 stars. cb