I had a really great experience at Capitol Travel Medicine. You call to make an appointment and the receptionist provides all the information you need. I agree that she speaks a little too fast and can come off as brusque, but she's really nice and helpful. I met with the travel nurse and she reviewed all the necessary travel information and offered preparation recommendations. This includes going over my vaccination history and providing any needed vaccines. She will also write a prescription if you need to take travel medication with you. She was really friendly. The vaccines are extra but the consultation fee covers any questions or visits you may need over the next 12 months. I really enjoyed Capitol Travel Medicine and will be using them going forward. read more

Update: they refunded it in full. It was a bit hard to reach them. I think they answer the phone once every 5 calls. Otherwise you get the answering service people. ---- I was charged for an appointment I had already canceled. They owe me $100+ read more

came here for my family's immigration physical exam. Dr. Eran Kessous and Loren are both professional and friendly, which is very important for my elder family member who does not speak much english. They made it easy and comfortable for her. The whole exam process and the follow ups were very efficient and productive. Dr. Eran was very patient to explain a couple of things i asked her about. I would recommend them if you are looking for help with immigration exam. The only thing i wish i knew before i went there is that they charge credit fee of 3% for services. I didn't expect that, and i just wished that they could remind me when you send the reminder for the appt. This is just a minor inconvenience which does not impact the quality of the service. read more

Update: I got a call from Capitol Travel Medicine the next business day after my negative experience. The business manager called me and was very respectful in explaining that this situation was the opposite of their policy, that they make it a point to be very straightforward about their pricing and always stick to the quoted price, even if it turns out to be an error. They refunded the unexpected fee and the rest of my experience was quite pleasant. read more

On January 7, 2009 I arrived at Capital Travel Medicine for a yellow fever vaccine. I didn't want a yellow fever vaccine, but it was required to travel to Uganda. As I wanted to see the mountain gorillas, I had to submit. I remembered the last vaccine I had as a teenager and the immediate allergic reaction that followed. As such, I had avoided ALL vaccines for decades. Interestingly, I enjoyed perfect health my entire life, in spite of my excessive third world travel. I simply was never sick. Ever. I arrived at the office and found it pleasant. The receptionist was very kind. I was called back and the nurse practitioner arrived. She inquired as to why I wanted the yellow fever vaccine specifically and when I mentioned I was going to Uganda, she immediately insisted I get six different vaccines because after all, she had spent a couple months in Kenya and knew what was best! I mentioned my immediate allergic reaction to the last vaccine I had received, but it didn't matter. Needle pusher nurse was hell-bent on getting as many shots into me as she could! I felt like I was at a time share convention with no way out! She belittled me, badgered me and tried to make me feel like a second class citizen. I reiterated I only wanted the yellow fever vaccine. She eventually relented and left to get the sole shot. I only stayed and didn't walk out on this completely unprofessional woman as I really wanted to see the mountain gorillas and i only had a short time to get the shot. Needless to say, I had EVERY allergic reaction to the vaccine and felt like I was on my death bed for a week. I had a weird rash on my lower legs and stayed in bed all week, having someone bring me food. I crawled on my hands and knees to the bathroom and there was absolutely no way I could shower. It was a major effort to brush my teeth. Imagine if I had taken all six vaccines needle pusher wanted to give me? I COULD BE DEAD OR DISABLED FOR LIFE!!! Did needle pusher tell me to report any adverse events to VAERS? Of course not! This place was (in 2009 and with this specific nurse practitioner) completely UNPROFESSIONAL and actually DANGEROUS! Do you people get paid by the shot? It is unacceptable that you don't inform people to report adverse events to VAERS. It's even more unacceptable (criminal even) that so many of you medical professionals don't even know what VAERS is!! The US healthcare system sucks! It's the absolute worse of all first world countries, but none of you seem to be remotely aware of that... read more

This is a fairly good place to go to for your medical needs pertaining to travel. They were upfront about the costs and everything. I liked my doctor, too... my doctor was friendly and professional. The only thing I did not like was talking to the desk staff on the phone. They talked too quickly and they were not very pleasant or friendly in my opinion (at least some of the times that I called, not every time I called). Plus I thought the prices were too high for the vaccines I had to get. Otherwise, my experiences here were fine... read more

I come here on occasion for work related purposes and the wait, at least for me personally, is on average half an hour. Today it's nearly an hour. The staff is nice but the wait I can't deal with. read more

When you plan a trip to South Africa and don't realize you need shots until two weeks before you leave, you might freak out like I did. After doing extensive research when I found out how expensive some travel shots can be, I decided on Capitol Travel Medicine due to their good reviews and fair price. They were extremely flexible with scheduling and so incredibly friendly. We saw Maggie who was a wealth of information. If I ever need to get shots again for travel, I wouldn't look elsewhere. read more

I had a good experience here getting a rapid covid test. They test you in your car (nasal swab, not the nasopharyngeal one) and provide quick results (30 minutes for me). Staff was friendly and professional. Their phone wasn't working on the day of my appointment, so a staff member called me in advance to arrange alternate contact info. read more

An amazing travel clinic, highly recommended! Not only are their prices reasonable, my appointment for a yellow fever vaccine was far more comprehensive and helpful than I was expecting. They explained to me all of the other vaccines I might want to consider, the health and travel risks like rabies and bad water, gave me a list of food to avoid, explained my options of deet vs. non-deet bug spray, gave me a list of travel insurance providers, and taught me how to subscribe to travel alerts. I feel very prepared now - and didn't realize how "unprepared" I was before my visit to them! Thank you, Capitol Travel Medicine! read more

In preparation for a trip to South America, I went to Capitol Travel Medicine on the recommendation of a good friend of mine who has traveled to at least 35 countries over the past 20 years. I've done some international travel myself, but this is my first time traveling solo to places where I need to get vax'ed. It was easy to get an appointment, and for a first-time client they have forms on their site that you can print out and take with you to save some time. I didn't do this, so I filled out forms when I got there (late) and they were very accommodating. After checking in, I waited about 5 minutes for the CFNP, Maggie. They printed out travel information for the place where I'm having an extended layover and my final destination, and reviewed the recommendations for both places with me. Maggie asked questions to determine what vaccines I already had, and then recommended the ones I would need to get for this trip. She also told me which ones could be potentially covered by insurance. Since CTM does not participate in any insurance, she suggested that the basic ones I needed to update (tetanus/DTaP) could be obtained under my insurance at my primary care physician's office. She also went over general health precautions for my trip, as I will be traveling to remote areas of the Amazon jungle with very little to no emergency healthcare available for hours. We talked about malaria precautions, and went over the multiple options to select the medication that was best for me personally. Got a prescription for that. Then, we talked about hydration methods in case I got any kind of intestinal bug from food or water there. She also wrote me a script for an antibiotic to fill before my trip and take with me in case I can't kick something that I get while I'm there. I appreciated the up front discussion about vaccine costs and that there wasn't a pressure to get a bunch of stuff there if I could get it cheaper or covered by insurance elsewhere. The consultation was totally worth the $40 they charge for the first-time client visit. And, when I go back to get a follow-up vaccination I only pay for the shots, not another visit. Also, she offered to consolidate my yellow international vaccination cards so I have a new one with anything that carried over from the old one. I did end up getting a yellow fever shot, oral typhoid vax, and I'll be back for my Hep A booster. Totally recommend this place, and especially Maggie. I will use them for all my upcoming travel consultations. read more

The CDC website lists a ton of places with travel vaccines, and when you call ahead, you begin to realize most of them "don't currently have it in stock." Unless it's the flu shot, most of the ones on the CDC site were out. Capitol Travel was the first in 10+ calls that actually had travel vaccines in stock. Short wait. Make sure you ask for your vaccination card. read more

A very good experience start to finish. Tanya Chadwell, CFNP was wonderful. Very personable, answered all my questions and I barely felt the vaccine. I was seen on time and pricing was up front and clear. Definitely Recommend. read more

Until today, I would have given Capitol Travel Medicine five stars. I've used them for the usual vac updates as well as some country-specific medicine over the past decade. And then I asked them for the favor of selling me a couple of blank forms (vaccination records) for my kids. My son's pediatrician didn't know what I was talking about when I asked her for the WHO Int'l Certificate of Vaccination (CDC 731, among others). It's a yellow form that's quite helpful to wave at immigration/customs in a number of countries. I got one when I was born (in the 70s) and Capitol Travel gave me another one when I ran out of room on my old one (in advance of a trip to Tanzania, and getting a Yellow Fever vac.). Given that I knew they had these forms on hand, and (I suppose) in light of the fact that I've spent more than a grand out of pocket with them in the past 8 years, I thought I'd ask them for a couple of forms so I could get my kids started on the right path, too. Except no dice. To be clear, the receptionist was quite friendly, and went to consult with Caldwell (I believe) about the form when I walked in and asked if I could buy a couple from them. She returned, however, to tell me that no, I could not have one, and that they would only give one to me with a Yellow Fever vaccination. This was more than a little disappointing, as 1) my son is too young for a Yellow Fever vac/doesn't need one, and 2) I could certainly go to the Government Printing Office site and buy a pack for 25 for $24. And that was that. I tried a bit of "Seriously?" and "Are you quite sure?", but no forms would be sold/dispensed. Only advice? "You could try a walk-in clinic." I think it's that bit of advice that motivated me to respond to the "Like us? Please review us on Yelp!" sign on the front desk. So here you go. read more

This review is much overdue but here goes... Love this place! Came here for some vaccinations before going abroad. They got me in for a super last minute appointment. Although they don't take insurance, the prices are incredibly fair compared to other similar clinics and they were incredibly upfront about pricing while other places it was like pulling teeth for the same information. The staff are wonderful, incredibly nice, and efficient. Vaccines are expensive, so I was very happy I wasn't pressured into unnecessary shots I didn't need. The Dr was super knowledge about the country I was visiting and what diseases were prevalent in the area. She had a very caring manner about her which I found very comforting. In short, I am very pleased! Fair warning though, it is slightly tricky to find. read more

The expertise is what helped me on my travels. I thought i was only getting shots and prescriptions for my trip to Gabon in central Africa. Tanya gave me a lot of valuable tips to keep me healthy including an additional prescription that I might need in particular in case I have a specific problem from an issue I deal with, which I did with all the dust from a helicopter landing. She also showed me how to treat my clothes to avoid mosquitos and I didn't get bit once. I highly recommend them. Quick and easy to get and complete an appointment. As painless as it gets for a place that pokes holes in you. read more

It was as good as it gets! Brought my 14-year old daughter in for shots prior to a school trip to Cambodia. Staff was so kind, informative and high in patience with explaining everything to a nervous father. They connected well with me and my daughter and left with big smiles on our faces. Thank you!! read more

Going to China again, decided it was about time to get some vaccinations instead of winging it. Called my primary care physician, but they don't keep common travel vaccines in stock, and my insurance wouldn't cover them anyway, and they wouldn't be able to get me an appointment before my trip in any case. So I found this place in Clarendon/Ballston on google, and called them up. I got a quick thumbnail description of the vaccinations I might need, and a ballpark price from the receptionist. Seemed reasonably priced, so I booked an appointment the NEXT DAY! How often does THAT happen in the medical world? Tanya was informative and knowledgeable. She zeroed in quickly on what I would need and got me fixed up in about 40 minutes. Highly recommended, will use again! read more

Incredibly friendly, knowledgeable staff and they work around your schedule. They took the time to answer all of my questions and I left with a handful of flyers with info about the shots I had and the country I was visiting. They also team up with Casual Adventure and you get a 10% discount there if you bring in the flyer. They are very conveniently located by the metro and are above a parking garage if you drive. I will definitely go back here the next time I travel! read more

Fantastic experience with Dr. Tanya on Tuesday. In fact one of the nicest doctors visits I have ever had. She made sure to let me know all my options, gave me so much information on the destination I am visiting, and has a perfect bedside manner. I will be recommending Capitol Travel Medicine to all my clients. read more

I wish all doctors offices were like Capitol Travel Medicine. I've been probably 3 or 4 times over the past 4 or 5 years for trips to various parts of the world, including once recently. I like that this is a small, specialized office that really knows travel medicine really well. Here are the highlights: 1. They are much more transparent than most places. The first time I was looking for somewhere (and it was for a trip where I needed a ton of shots and pills), I called around and almost nobody would give me cash prices (like many, my insurance doesn't pay for any travel services). This office was clear and upfront about it (last I checked the prices were not on the web, but if you call they will tell you any prices you need to know). And the prices are reasonable on top of that. 2. They are very thorough - they really let you know what you really need, steer you away from what you really don't need, and give you a choice on the ones that are marginal (as some vaccines for some places are considered recommended but not vitally important depending on what you plan to do and how long you're there). They are also good about going through food and mosquito safety, among other things. 3. Of the times I've been there, most of the times they were on time and prompt. Once they were a bit behind schedule but they made it up by being very efficient in the office (you don't wait much or even at all once you go back) and with speedy checkout, and unlike most doctors offices, were apologetic about being behind schedule. Way to go! It sounds like the practice is pretty successful and I hope it stays so, so I can come back for future trips! read more

Attentive, kind, and professional! These folks know how to determine what shots are necessary for travel to the exotic places my business takes me. They are quick, efficient, and make what could otherwise be an uncomfortable experience go very smoothly with minimal discomfort. I highly recommend them for anyone needing vaccinations. read more

I thought the staff was friendly and helpful. I had a very good experience. I called and was able to get in for an appointment the next day (for a last minute business trip to Africa). My company has an account with them so I didn't have to pay a single dollar which was great. The nurse was very friendly, talked me through what I would need based on my previous vaccine record. Gave me 4 vaccines and 3 prescriptions, answered my questions, I was in and out in less than a half hour. They were helpful with changing a prescription when my insurance company didn't want to pay for the original medication. Overall, I would definitely go back. read more

The single worst medical-professional experience I've ever had. Maureen, the nurse practitioner who advised me and gave my shots, was brusque and unhelpful, and a little bit crazy. The basic script of the visit was this: Maureen gives some cryptic and wide-eyed edict, I ask her to clarify, she repeats verbatim, still wide-eyed, I ask her again to clarify, then she gets condescending. The whole thing was like poorly done Macbeth production on acid. And for all that, she never even asked me where in these countries I was going or what my primary activities would be when I was there! I ultimately left totally confused about what my vaccine options had been, having collected brochures in the waiting room to fill me in on all the info I knew I was missing. The clinic itself was fine-- clean, pretty standard. I did have to wait probably 15-20 minutes past my appointment time. There seemed to be only this one nurse practitioner seeing patients. The visit fee was $35 and with typhoid and yellow fever shots the total was $205. But overall I won't go back. Part of what you're paying for in a travel clinic is the facetime with a professional who can advise you to general health practices specific to the countries you're visiting-- and that part of the interaction was totally absent here. For travel meds, if insurance isn't covering anyway, you can go wherever you want-- and you'll go someplace else, if you're smart. read more

This couldn't have been a better experience. I was able to schedule an appointment within the week. The receptionist and nurse practitioner who served me were very friendly and well-informed. They were also very upfront about prices--all reasonable--which is underrated in healthcare. I would recommend it for your travel medicine needs. read more

We had an excellent consultation and the staff balanced our concerns and past experiences with medical recommendations. I will return for my next trip. read more

I have used Capitol Travel Medicine many times and have always found them to be extremely professional and helpful. I travel to India extensively and have asked them many esoteric questions. They always either know the answer or research it and get back to me promptly. The staff has been exceptionally customer friendly. I cannot recommend their services too highly. read more

Hi. My previous review (see below) of Capitol Travel Medicine was removed from the website. I do not know why that happened, but if my review can be removed, it does raise questions regarding what else is "disappearing." So, just a short addendum to my original review. I found the staff at Capitol Travel Medicine to be very friendly and highly professional. I have enormous confidence in the clinic and will be using the service again in the near future. I can recommend it without hesitation. Original review 7/26/2009 I visited Capitol Travel Medicine in April in advance of a business trip to Jordan. I found the staff to be very friendly and, most important, extremely conscientious, knowledgeable and professional. There were a number of great brochures available in the waiting room which provided lots of information about travel abroad. The nurse I saw was terrific. She had a great deal of experience and impressed me with how thorough she was in explaining exactly what I needed and why. She took the time to answer all my (many) questions and I felt very good about the level of care I received. Overall, the experience was terrific. I have already recommended this clinic to a number of my friends who travel overseas frequently. I will definitely return there the next time I need advice and vaccinations when planning a trip abroad. read more

Tanya provided one of the most exceptional healthcare visits I've ever had. She is friendly, down-to-earth, incredibly knowledgeable, and makes you feel like you're her highest priority - everything you want when you're thinking about ways to protect yourself from disease abroad. The entire staff is top-notch, and they equip you with plenty of documents that are custom-tailored to the safety and security concerns of your destination. I have already recommended the clinic to many coworkers and friends, and certainly hope I have a reason to come back and see this group! read more

Had a great experience here, they really helped me prepare for my trip to India and answers all of the questions I had too.

I could not have had a better experience than I did at Capitol Travel Medicine. This is the first time I'm traveling somewhere that requires vaccinations and I was a bit apprehensive. Tanya Chadwell, the nurse practitioner who saw me, was extremely helpful. She gave me a ton of information about where I was going, asked a lot of questions to make sure I was covered for my full trip and gave me tons of tips about health precautions in Africa, but also about travel there in general. She was upfront about costs and where to go to get my prescriptions that had good prices. She was also genuinely enthusiastic about traveling and my upcoming trip. I went in a little nervous and left really excited and armed with all the safeguards I could ask for. I highly, highly recommend Capitol Travel Medicine and actually already sent the people I'm traveling with! read more

I am very grateful to have found Capitol Travel Medicine. I highly recommend the clinic. The nurses are very knowledgeable, trustworthy, professional and just very good at what they do. They are incredibly personable and friendly. I travel to Africa very often and each time I have visited the clinic I have been very pleased with their travel recommendations. The clinic will not charge for vaccinations you do not need just to make a profit. If you are planning to travel abroad in the future and looking for a reliable travel clinic. I highly recommend Capitol Travel Medicine. Edith S. read more

I was really pleased with my experience at Capital Travel Medicine. I am a seasoned traveller (30+ countries in the last ten years) but this was the first time I needed vaccinations. I chose Capital Travel Medicine based on price and location. I called around and the rabies vaccine was running $300-400 an injection for a three-shot series, Capital wanted $275 per shot, their initial consultation fee was $40, far less than most medical offices. I found similarly low prices on a number of vaccinations that I wouldn't need for this trip (e.g., Yellow Fever). I worked with Tanya, who I must say was wonderful. I was skeptical that I would learn anything new or really that the office consultation was worth my time. I was really there just to get the shot. Yet, Tanya took about 25 minutes, asked me about my trip and went over a number of medical issues, most of which were known to me but also a few that I had not considered before. She was very thorough in explaining the process and risks of the rabies vaccine and some sensible prevention and medical tips. She was clearly very knowledgeable and I found this brief consultation to be well worth the $40 asked. Tanya's demeanor was professional and kind at all times. It was one of the most positive medical visits I have ever had. The office is located on the ground floor of the Tower Villas building in Arlington, while locals may know where that is, many people won't. Unfortunately, most GPS systems (and even apparently Google Maps) don't know how to locate the building. After some consultation with the office, I ultimately put in 915 N. Oakland Street in Arlington into my GPS, which got me to a building across the street; from there it was easy to find Tower Villas. The area is quite pleasant with ample on-street parking (for a fee). The office does not participate with any insurance, which is normal for travel medicine. They except AMEX, MC, Visa but do not accept checks. If you need travel medical services, I cannot imagine finding a more pleasant or professional office. Happy traveling. read more

I had a fabulous experience at Capitol Travel Medicine before my trip to Guinea, West Africa. I saw Tanya Chadwell who was very knowledgeable and provided me with all of the information/vaccinations I needed. Upon returning home from Guinea, I realized I'd left my remaining malaria medication there. I called the office and they immediately set me up with a new prescription--what a relief! I am very impressed with their quick, quality service and will be going back again. read more

The clinic runs very efficiently and everyone is extremely friendly. They do not accept insurance as most travel clinics do not (even affiliated with MedStar) so if you have the choice of locations I would HIGHLY recommend them. They have wonderful advice and are up-to-date on guidelines and CDC recommendations. I did not feel pressured into getting any vaccines, meds and felt I was given unbiased advice. They are able to prescribe medications such as anti malarials. read more

I had a great experience at Capitol Travel Medicine in preparation for my trip to India. I had gotten ill on another recent foreign trip and was very nervous about traveling to India after hearing many horror stories. Tanya Chadwell was terrific. She provided very detailed information and instructions for the specific destination I was traveling to. I am sure that I got much better advice than a GP would have provided. I called back with some questions soon after my visit and Ms. Chadwell was very responsive and helpful. I called again with some last minute questions right before my departure and, while Ms Chadwell was not available, another team member called me back promptly and assuaged all my fears. I will definitely visit again prior to any extended overseas travel. And the best part - I didn't get sick at all! read more

Wonderful experience. The nurse was more excited for my trip than I was! I got tons of great information since this was my first time going to a developed country. Also, got my typhoid fever pills. She really took the time to explain things, and I was in and out pretty quickly. Will definitely use again for my next trip. read more

I have gone to Capitol Travel Medicine numerous times over the past few years and I have never had less than a 5 star experience. The staff is great, the Rn's are amazing. They typically run on schedule and you always feel like they are working hard to get you in and out of there. I would recommend to anyone and everyone. Tonya Chadwell is a pleasure. read more

This may have been one of the best appointments I've ever had! The nurse practitioner I met with was extremely knowledgeable in the area of the world I was traveling to and took the time to explain each vaccine or prescription I was receiving, how it could interfere with current medical conditions I have, how to identify which medication was best fit for me, and the best health practices for the regions. There was even a vaccine I thought I would need, but she quickly realized based on prior travel that it was likely I had already received it, and patiently waited as I tracked down a immunization record that had been separated from my others in order to verify- she saved me $200! I will be coming back here anytime my travels require vaccinations. read more

I checked out 4 places--one in Alexandria, two in DC, and Capitol Travel Medicine via their websites and Yelp reviews. I chose Capitol Travel Medicine b/c they were transparent on pricing when I called, the positive reviews, and promixity to me though that wasn't the most important factor. As I was waiting, someone just leaving said it was first-class service there--superior to other places she'd been. I agree. Check-in was easy and I got in at the actual time of my appointment. Tanya was informative and positive. I'd done my research but had some unnecessary things on my list. I trusted her guidance and recommendations on what was best for my health and my future business travel. She was sensitive to making cost-effective decisions. Tanya walked me through what to start taking when and gave me some tips I hadn't even considered. I left with a summary of the travel consult including health guidelines, prescriptions, and a travel report on Haiti. Love it when I have a great experience from a service provider. Can't wait to go back for a booster vaccine! read more