Doctor Tashko was my endocrinologist for over four years until we moved to Texas three months ago…read more He is an outstanding physician: incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely caring about his patients - spending as much time as was needed to answer all of my questions and concerns without hurrying through any part of the appointment. His whole practice is patient-centric where the patient's need definitely come first. His consultations will be missed!

I've been seeing Dr. Tashko since June 2016, 8 years after I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. I…read morehad visited more than 5 endocrinologists before I met Dr. Tashko. My condition was getting worse. Other endocrinologists were unable to help and all of their effort was to constantly change my medications without any explanation and no results. I always felt rushed during my doctor visits with them especially after having had to wait in the waiting room for long periods, which was very inconvenient and useless.  Dr. Tashko is one of the very few doctors I know who is extremely passionate about his profession. He takes time to make sure all my questions are answered. He works with me to address my health concerns and makes sure I understand my course of treatment and action. He makes sure we are on the same page and understanding. He takes his time to explain the prescriptions and their side-effects, how they work, and the science behind them. He discusses several options, the outcome of each, and which best works with my lifestyle for the best result. I have NEVER seen a doctor who cared so much. He always prints out handouts for me to take home and he directs me to related articles and resources to educate me on my health condition. Hands down, Dr. Tashko is one of the best doctors and I'm so blessed to have met him and have him as my endocrinologist. After having two babies back to back in 2018 and 2019 I had gained a lot of weight and my A1C went up to 7.0. Thanks to Dr. Tashko I lost 36 lbs and dropped my A1C down to 5.0. This is the best I've ever felt about my health and physical appearance. I would also like to add that his staff is very friendly, respectful, and responsive. I always get a respond within an hour (on business hours) no matter if my inquiry is administrative or medical related. I highly recommend him!

I have been going to Dr. Santos-Leal for 6 years. He is very knowledgeable. His exams are…read morethorough, and he does a great job of explaining medical issues to me. His manner is professional but sympathetic. I do not hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing this type of medical care. In the past, i have had some problems with the responsiveness of the office staff. This seems to have improved the last year or so and I hope these issues are behind us now.

I found this practice and was very hopeful with how the care of everyone in the office would be. I…read morehad one appointment and the NP insisted that I have a follow up in 4 weeks. I'm a teacher, and this follow up was after I was back in school, I made it clear when I schedule the appointment; it had to be 3:45 or after. The office cancelled my appointment and I still haven't gotten a new one. They wouldn't refill my prescription, and I ended up having to ration my last insulin pen. The office assistant I spoke to was rude and unprofessional on a "follow up" phone call a week after I called multiple times and left voicemails requesting insulin. I would not recommend this office.

Dr. Emmer and his staff are WONDERFUL! Their practice has that "small town feel" we all know and…read morelove combined with a high level of knowledge and professionalism. Every time I walk into the office I am greeted with big smiles and a warm welcome. All of the staff provides excellent patient care and that is evidenced in all the many ways they serve. Kudos to Dr. Emmer & his team! Keep up the great work! If you are considering becoming a patient here, I highly suggest you go for it! You will not be disappointed.

Throughout my life, I have visited many doctors due to a medical condition I was born with, and no…read moreDoctor has ever made me feel more at ease than Dr. Emmer. He is extremely knowledgable and truly cares about his patients. Every time I see him, he is welcoming, warm and genuine. I would recommend him to anyone and highly suggest that if you need a doctor who truly cares and knows what they're doing you go see Dr. Michael Emmer. He may just save your life!

I've been with this practice for my type one diabetes for 13 years! The office staff is great and…read morefriendly and my initial ENDO, Dr. Kahn was FABULOUS and I was assigned to Dr. Tello who is great also. Dr. Tello is understanding with my 36 year journey with my diabetes! Lately, my IDDM has been acting up severely and she took the time I needed to understand my situation and my extreme frustration with my body. She even scheduled an extended appointment with me because she knows how incredibly vigilant I am about being in COMPLETE CONTROL!

I wish I had read these reviews before my husband became a patient of Dr. Karon…read more My husband's appointment was scheduled for May 5. Unfortunately, he was unable to make it because he was taken by ambulance to Frederick Health Hospital that morning. I called the office immediately to let them know he had been transported by ambulance and that we would not be able to keep his appointment. About two weeks later, we received a very threatening letter stating that we owed a $100 missed appointment fee. I immediately called the billing department and explained what had happened. I also pointed out that I had, in fact, called to cancel, and that it was impossible to provide 24 hours' notice when someone is experiencing a medical emergency and is being taken to the hospital by ambulance. Today, I received another invoice demanding payment of the $100 fee. I called both the billing department and the doctor's office. Once again, I explained the situation. They acknowledged that their records show I called to cancel, yet no one seems willing or able to correct the mistake. I will not pay a missed appointment fee for a genuine medical emergency, especially when I notified the office as soon as it happened. To make matters worse, the representative I spoke with, Tiffany, hung up on me while I was trying to resolve the issue. Between the inaccurate billing, the inability to correct an acknowledged error, and the unprofessional customer service, this practice appears to have serious administrative problems that need to be addressed

Honestly I'm surprised by the poor reviews on here. I went today for my appointment and left…read morefeeling cared for, concerned about and actually listened to. Yes, the intake process is long and requires you to spend some time filling out paper work a week before your appointment. Big deal? No. I was seen by Dr. Juarbe, who was very kind and gentle. He was extremely thorough with his questions and was taking notes. He asked for labs I had done in the past two years and was able to retrieve those, go over them and then discuss possible options. I loved it! I actually felt like he gave a crap about me and didn't want to just send me off. My visit with him (not counting waiting area) took about 25 mins rather than the regular 5-10 mins doctors give you. I will DEF be going back to him and really felt like I was in good hands after my appointment. Thank you Dr. Juarbe. I only took one star off because I wasn't greeted when I came and signed in, BUT front staff was still very kind, but since I was nervous I expected a simple hello.

I've been going to this office for nearly 10 years, and have seen a number of different doctors…read more Dr. Juarbe has been the only one I've had a problem with, and it went 1 step too far for me. We've longed disagreed about the dosage of one of my meds. I tell him about the negative effects different dosages have on me, and ask him to adjust it accordingly, but he just looks at the lab tests and usually changes the dose in the opposite direction of what I've asked. And my state gets worse. During my last visit I was again in bad shape from the previous dosage change. I told him I need to be back to one of my previous doses; he just looked at the lab reports and suggested a change in the opposite direction. That's bad, but when I asked what the dangers were with the dose I was asking (which is well within dosages I've been on from other doctors in the practice) he just rattled off terms I didn't understand and couldn't catch. When I then asked what the risks of those would be, he said "there will be a risk". Totally useless information. I'm giving 3 stars because I don't have any problems with the other medicines he prescribes me. But this is a medicine I need to stay alive, so it's important to me. Lab work is important, but it doesn't tell the doctor about the side effects a medicine is having. And to blow-off a patient's questions is just inexcusable. Hopefully, the practice will get an additional doctor soon who treats the patients, not the lab results.

From beginning to end Dr. Parker and her staff treated my daughter and I with care, attention and…read morerespect. Jennifer, the Office Manger is the friendliest, most personable professional I have ever encountered! She is attentive, and everything is taken care of. From refreshments, to billing and making sure your next appointment is scheduled, she is on top of it all. I love the informational sheets and goals that are printed out at the end of each appointment reminding us of goals and vital information we discussed with Dr. Parker. Dr. Parker is enthusiastic, a terrific listener and you can tell she truly cares about the health of your child. I've never experienced a practice such as this and I would recommend this practice to any one seeking to feel supported throughout their journey to living a healthy life for their children.

This practice is exactly what we were looking for to help our daughter. First of all,Jennifer…read moreresponded promptly by phone and email to my request for an appointment. Shes kind and friendly,and answered all my questions about the practice,immediately felt we had chosen the right place.Dr Parker shows such empathy,is thorough in her questions, exam and never once made us feel rushed or like we were just a number. She listens!The office is comfortable and decorated in a way that you don't feel your at a medical visit. Definitely recommend this practice to anyone in need of a pediatric endocrinologist.

Dr. Mannan is wonderful. She takes time to explain and answer any questions you have. Her staff is…read morevery nice and accommodating. You can see her during office hours but she does offer virtual appointments also.

Clear Symptoms Completely Dismissed: No Diagnosis, No Treatment…read more I saw Dr. Monica Mannan when I was 19 in college for primary amenorrhea -- I had never had a period in my life -- along with insulin resistance, and other classic pcos symptoms. I was worried and didn't know what was wrong, and I paid privately because insurance would not cover the visits. Dr. Mannan ordered extensive testing, including large blood panels (around 10 vials in one draw), urine tests, screening for Cushing's, a pelvic ultrasound, and more. After all of that, she told me my hormones were "normal," said she didn't know what was wrong, and suggested the NIH. No clear referral was provided, no diagnosis was made, and no treatment options were offered. For a young patient with obvious symptoms, the lack of follow-through or basic clinical care was shocking. A few years later an OB-GYN diagnosed PCOS almost immediately and started treatment that finally initiated my first menstrual cycle. That was medically important because going many years without menstruation increases endometrial cancer risk, something that was never addressed during my care with Dr. Mannan. I am now older and still upset about this experience and the lack of PCOS awareness from an endocrinologist. I lost years dealing with symptoms that should have been treated much earlier. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this doctor.

I saw Dr. Michelson at the After Hours Care and she was wonderful. She isn't my regular Dr but she…read morewas patient and caring. She took the time to explain everything and showed me pictures online to better explain what was going on. I'm so glad that Clinical Associates has After Hours Care.

I have been a patient at this practice for approximately 21 years, originally under the care of…read moreLisa Piastrelli, PA. During her time as my provider, I had nothing but positive experiences with both her and Clinical Associates. Unfortunately, since her retirement and the subsequent transfer of patients to Andrea Holzman, CNP and now to Tanya Johnson, CNP the quality of care and communication has significantly declined. I have repeatedly attempted to refill a prescription by leaving voicemail messages, sending requests through the patient portal, and having my pharmacy submit refill requests. None of these attempts have received a response. Additionally, my wife has been experiencing the same ongoing issues, and I know we are not the only patients affected. At this point, I am actively seeking a new healthcare facility. I am unsure whether the current provider is overwhelmed or simply not prioritizing patient care; however, the lack of communication is unacceptable. Calls to the front desk routinely go unanswered, and messages left are not returned. This is extremely disappointing given my long-standing history with this practice.

I just started with this practice and I love Dr. Sharma! He's very easy to talk to, down to earth…read moreand makes you feel comfortable. I usually go with female docs but sticking with him.

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians in Germantown has terrible customer service. Saw the doctor for…read morea sinus infection after having the flu 10 days earlier. The doctor recommended a flu and covid test. I asked if it was free and he said yes. Ended up receiving a bill for over $100 for the covid test. After disputing it with the office and billing, I was told there was nothing they could do. The doctor even said he didn't say it was free. I felt let down. Someone who is supposed to be in charge of my health lying. The office could have easily taken care of this. Instead, I am left with a lack of trust in my provider.

Just had the most frustrating conversation with the person who answered at this office - her name…read morewas Diana. As I was looking for a doctor who is trained in Integrative medicine for my family, I had some basic questions as to whether the doctor was taking patients only with serious illnesses or otherwise healthy and also insurance. She basically did not know any answers and instead chose to read something repeatedly that really did not answer these simple basic questions. She then got annoyed when I pointed this out to her and asked if someone could get back to me with answers by saying that she had already answered my questions. She then had a poor attitude with me and showed clearly her annoyance with me. It was quite frustrating at this point so I decided to end this comical call. So I wasted my valuable time and got the worst impression of a doctor's office ever with this person. But perhaps they have so much business that they can have her behave this way? I mean really - at $350 consultation fee plus $175 thereafter that she said most insurance won't cover, I guess they are doing extremely well! They say you can judge a book by its cover and often, office staff can make or break your practice as good doctors know.

I'm a love it or hate it kinda gal and I can say with absolute certainty that I have found one of…read morethe best Drs ever! LOVE ME SOME HIM! Dr Dushyant Viswanathan better know as DR DV truly cares about each and every patient! He literally will answer your phone calls, texts AND email within minutes. Dr DV is an Internal Medicine and Integrative Medicine Specialist so its truly the best of both worlds. He is multifaceted, compassionate and understanding. HE LISTENS and answers every single one of my million and one questions with the most extraordinary patience. He has an unbelievably great team, the entire staff is awesome. The Columbia Center for Integrative Medicine, has Physical Therapist, Nutritionist, Mental Health Providers and other Healers. I was sick from Dec until March when I met Dr DV and within a very few short weeks I was feeling SO much better.