As a relatively healthy woman from the baby boomer generation, in 2015, with no genetic history of…read morecancer in my family, I was diagnosed with a rare form of endometrial cancer. After a complete hysterectomy and minimal follow-up treatment (without radiation), I enjoyed three years of clean health. Then in 2018, I started having digestive issues, acid reflux, insomnia, burning sensations in legs, abdomen, back and face. I was probed, scanned, had multiple blood tests and referred to many specialists. My auto-immune thyroid numbers were through the roof, I was told I was under stress and that I should try counseling. I was prescribed medication for the acid reflux, medication for sleep and told that eventually I would need to be on medication for my thyroid as well. I used the acid reflux meds for two years, and tried the sleep meds to no avail. I was a mess, my symptoms were getting worse and were a huge disruption to my life and I refused to accept the fact that taking medications were my only way forward. While reading an article in one of my local magazines about boosting your immunity through natural remedies, I was introduced to Dr. Ashley Russell, who was a contributor to the article. I decided it was time to forge a new path. The discovery that her office was only five minutes from my house was a sign from the universe that I had to go and see her. To keep this story brief but poignant, Dr. Russell ran tests that none of my other doctors even thought of and was able to figure out the root cause of all of my symptoms, which she treated gently, using natural supplements, nutritional guidelines and suggestions for mind/body practices. Slowly but surely, all of my symptoms quieted down (and went away), sleep returned and my thyroid numbers came under control. Dr. Russell treats the whole body, not just the symptoms. She gives you the time to speak, she takes the time to listen and learn about you as a person. She cares about your whole body health and not about selling quick fixes or products in general. Dr. Russell helped me regain my quality of life and since 2021, Dr. Russell continues to be my first choice when it comes to my healthcare.

It has admittedly taken me a long time to write a review for Dr. Russell as I don't even know where…read moreto begin with how much she has helped me in the course of being one of her patients for the last year and a half. From the beginning, Dr. Russell understood my concern and understood why it was important to me to find more natural solutions to address the issue that I came to her with. From the very beginning, Dr. Russell's approach was different and refreshing. At our first meeting we discussed the reason why I initially sought her care, but then discussed where I was at as a person and uncovered that I really had multiple goals that I was wanting to address. She ordered a health panel and carefully walked me through understanding all the numbers---something no doctor had other done before with me. She answered all my questions thoughtfully and provided resources to help me better reach my personal health goals. The other thing that Dr. Russell makes clear from the beginning is that she wants you to be an active participant in your health and she really means it. She doesn't get offended when I ask questions and doesn't think that I am questioning her expertise or professional opinion. She understands how important it is to me to be involved and fully understand different options, and she facilitates this understanding. In short, Dr. Russell is a truly caring health professional that fully supports her patients. She is respectful, non-judgmental, attentive, and smart. To Dr. Russell you are not a number, but actually a person that she truly cares about. She remembers what you talk about from visit to visit and helps you be accountable toward reaching your personal health goals. During COVID, we have been having virtual telehealth visits that have been seamless. I feel very fortunate to be one of her patients and cannot recommend her highly enough.

First visit. Needed help on managing skin condition related to autoimmune illness, intense skin…read moresensitivity, and flares. Patrick Whitman and Nurse Evelyn. Note, the young woman at front desk check in was very pleasant....that set a good tone to the visit. Check in was easy, in part, because all paperwork had been provided for online completion. Good system for appointment reminders in place. I appreciated that Mr. Whitman acknowledged that autoimmune skin care can be challenging. He provided good practical information, gave some clear steps for trying to identify care steps, and then answered many questions. This was intended to be an "educational" first step meeting, having come as a follow up with a rheumatologist appointment. This was a very good and informative use of time.

I have had nagging scalp sores that are painful and when one goes away, another pops up somewhere…read moreelse, which makes it extremely difficult to stop digging at my scalp. I received an appointment rather quickly, which I believe is unusual, and when I came to my appointment, I was diagnosed and received 2 hair medications, which after 1 month eliminates my issue. I'm so glad I came to Damascus Dermatology.

Where should I begin…read more I had heard about Kema Health Services because they had a small ad on the back our our church bulletin. (Mistake number one. This is the third business that I have used because of a religious affiliation. Shame on me....but heed my warning, these businesses seem even LESS ethical.) I wanted an appointment with them to discuss genetic testing to determine what meds would work best with my metabolism. I think they must be PART TIME, because no one ever gets back to you and they outsource their answering service to INDIA. India? For a small provider in Frederick, MD. You can't even pay an American to answer your phones? I was looking for an appt. with their main provider, Josyane Kengni. Instead, I was given a person named Sandrine, who is not even listed as a provider on their website. After playing phone tag, I finally got an appt. I show up, there was no receptionist, but there was a elderly couple in the teeny waiting room. They were early for their appt, but had been sitting there for half an hour. I asked if anyone had come out from the back rooms to greet them, and they said no. I waited 10 minutes and walked to the back, and knocked on some doors. Nothing. Finally, someone walked out carrying their lunch and chomping loudly and asked if she could help us. We said we had appointments and no one has come out. I finally get in to see Sandrine, and the first thing she does is ask me the EXACT QUESTIONS that I had spent the previous day filling out online for them (and received a confirmation that I had done so). I literally had to tell her ALL my medical history so she could type it in again. This took up half my appt. The other half was her talking about her kids. It was truly unbelievable. Towards the end of the appt with her, I knew I was not going to have any further dealings with Kema, OTHER than getting the genetic test results. Then I'd take my findings elsewhere. My insurance requires prior authorization of genetic testing, so I provided the information, and Sandrine assured me she would be back to me the following week with an appt for the test. Crickets. I called the number, and reached India, but was not comfortable giving my details over the phone to this man I could barely understand. So I emailed. And I emailed again. No response and it's been 5 weeks since my appt. Now I have to start all over with another provider. Giant waste of time on this unprofessional group. But you can be assured that they wasted no time submitting for payment to my insurance company. Steer clear.

This is a very impressive health services, the providers are very professional, their medication…read moremanagement is top notch and they follow up with their patients. They accept new patients and book patients on time without a waiting list. Good Job Dr. Josyane Kengni God bless your services Amen.

If I could give negative stars I would! Sheila will try to sell you everything and anything. She…read morecares about making a dollar, not about quality or her "patients". I was charged for a service I did not receive. In fact, I canceled 30 days in advance and requested a refund. I'm not talking a couple of hundred, this is almost $5k where she refused to return. In fact, she offered other services in lieu because "she just doesn't give refunds".

Marianna is the best! My mom, sister and I have followed her from her last location. We love her!…read more Great office vibe, easy to schedule and great results. Highly recommend!

Dr. Brinkley was absolutely the BEST doctor I have ever had. She took extraordinary time with me…read moreto ensure that all my questions were answered and was very proactive about my health care. Regretfully, she has retired and I no longer go to Potomac Physicians due to their horrible administrative staff and the way the medical practice is run (or NOT run). I've been searching for a new Dr., but cannot find anyone that comes close to Dr. Brinkley. She was definitely a unicorn!

Can't reach her and she does not return calls even when left message that I was allergic to a…read moremedication I left her in a flash !

This is the most unprofessional transportation service I have ever encountered. I work for a large…read moremedical practice and call these services on behalf of a patient quite often. When the patient was initially dropped off, the man wheeling him in screamed out the name and said "see yah buddy" and quickly left out of the office without even ensuring this was the correct office or that the patient was comfortable. He actually just left the patient in the middle of the waiting room. During the patients visit, I had to call this company 4 times -- the first 3 times when I introduced myself calling from a doctors office I was hung up on. The fourth time, I decided to say "good afternoon, can you hear me?" thinking it could be a possibility their phones weren't functional. Once the dispatcher confirmed she could hear me, I told her I was being hung up on and I just wanted to confirm that our patient would be picked back up. She responded with "well I don't know who he is". I think this sort of snarky, disrespectful, apathetic and miserable attitude is not only unprofessional but disgusting. I would be infuriated if I found out a loved one of mine needed to use this service and was being treated this way. After I confirmed with her the patient would be picked up, I asked for an ETA and she simply responded "well I don't know but they'll be there". I let the patient know what the dispatcher told me and after about 20 minutes I gave them another call at the patients request to try again to obtain an ETA. The dispatcher then told me that the driver was making a nearby drop off and would be coming to pickup the patient next. I asked her if she knew specifically where that drop off was (so that I could get a better grasp of when the patient would be picked up) and she nastily replied "he is in the area". Neither the dispatchers or the man that brought the patient in gave me their names, and I wish they did because they do not deserve to be in this sort of business. People who utilize transportation services deserve respect, kindness, and empathy. This company cannot even spell these basic requirements.

UNRELIABLE SERVICE!. I had hernia surgery and needed a ride since I was under anesthesia. They were…read morescheduled to come @ 2:30. After not showing up they were contacted only to be told that their driver had a flat tire and they will try to get someone there soon. I was put in a small room and had to sit there alone for hours until the driver finally arrived. I could not eat or drink anything the night before since I was having surgery with anesthesia the next day. By the time I finally got back it was early evening. The dispatcher was very rude on the phone as well. Could their male driver not simply change the flat tire or gotten an expedited service if he was incapable of doing this simple task? Does this company not have a backup plan or alternatives in times of vehicle or other issues? If you want dependable service I suggest you go elsewhere.

I had been going to Dr Lewert for almost 17 years. He is wonderful. I had trouble 1st time with…read moreone of his hygienists. I told her not to put the chair back too far because I get Vertigo for like 30 years. She was horrible. I wish I could remember her name. I had to make her raise my chair 5 times. She complained Well now you're making it harder to me to clean your teeth. I said would u w rather call 911 if I have an attack??? I don't know what Dentist to go to anymore who's as wonderful as him. I left last year without making a follow up appointment. I'm lost

Very rude arrogant condescending office staff. I've had a long-standing relationship with Dr…read moreLewart, but after my last conversation with the office staff who repeatedly called to my home I will never be going back and apparently they're happy about that as well. The girl behind the desk was trying to force x-rays on me that I had already had. She said if I don't have the x-rays then I can't be a patient. I said I guess I'll have to cancel my appointment since I've already had X-rays and for health reasons do not wish to have them again. Her response? Okay! They don't care if I'm a patient! Not only that their tone was so rude when they called me first thing in the morning while I was still having breakfast to confirm my insurance and they treated me as if I was some kind of a criminal! I told them if there were any problems I just pay out of pocket. It wasn't a problem I'm just coming for a cleaning. But no! That witch in the office was going to tell me differently and they kept calling my phone harassing me! And you know from their perspective it's all the customers fault. These girls need to grow up and get a life. They are ruining the practice of the doctor. And if you think that you have to have treatment forced upon you and you have a doctor telling you that? They have no legal rights. The bottom line is this doctor will only accept patients that will use up services they don't need at a certain price. Very sad! I don't care who it is! I will never allow anybody to treat me with such disrespect! These people do not deserve your business at all! I'm so infuriated at these condescending, disrespectful, arrogant witches that sit at the front desk and harass his patients

What an amazing group of doctors and staff. I can't begin to express how professional, friendly,…read moreand caring every member of KCI has been, and how personalized my level of care has felt. My mobility has improved significantly--after many years of back and neck pain, I finally gave manual therapy a try, and it has made a world of difference. I must say, I feel truly blessed to have found the team at this office. They have not only enhanced my health tremendously but have also become like family and great friends. Every visit is filled with positive energy, and every interaction is both thoughtful and thought-provoking. Simply said, Dr. Groves, Vaky, and Alexander are the G.O.A.T!! Thanks for being the best at what you do! --Bobby N.

The VA sent my Beautiful Princess to this Chiropractor and we were afraid that we were going to get…read moresomething crazy. But that was the total opposite. Dr. Vaky and his staff welcomed us with open arms. They treated us with respect and care. Dr. Vaky went over her treatment plan and he did an excellent job. They have the latest technology and their office amazing. If you are in need of Sports, Spinal and Orthopedic this is the place. And they have three locations.