All are excellent doctors!! Dr Salam and Dr Sutera-- they…read moreare in the Life Saver category! You are lucky if you can nab one of them

First physicians Group has several doctors working in the practice providing general medical care…read moreand consultations. It's located next to Sarasota memorial hospital. There is a parking garage and also valet parking if you prefer. My appointment with Dr. Shah almost always runs on time. I rate Dr. shah as an excellent doctor. He doesn't rush me and takes the time to do a thorough consultation. The only reason I am not giving five stars is because of how difficult it is to get through to this office on the phones. It can sometimes take over an hour of waiting. They do offer a call back service but if you miss that then you have to start all over again. Given how busy they are and how many doctors they have, they should really employ more people for the phones. It's often quicker to drive there and speak to the front desk than it is to call in.

Dr Sherri Sanders is the most wonderful doctor I have ever been to. She takes time with you to…read morelisten and is never rushed. She is no longer practicing at First Physicians Group. My husband and I would love to know if she is still practicing in the area. FPG didn't handle her departure with her patients very well. No one knows anything and/or they won't say. If anyone has any information as to where Dr Sanders is practicing I would greatly appreciate the information. Her replacement is definitely not up to par (or HER standards).

Excellent physician, both knowledgeable and caring. Always thorough and never rushed. She allows…read moreplenty of time for questions and answers thoughtfully. I have complete confidence in her skill and expertise.

Dr Ejercito has been a very kind and supportive physician. When I have had some medical issues she…read morehas been very helpful and responsive via texts and call backs especially thru the patients portal. I am thankful to have her as my physician!

Visit this doctor at your own risk. I went in with a swollen elbow and he sent me home with…read moreantibiotics. No blood test, no x-rays, no soft tissue imaging. Oh, he did draw fluid off my elbow to send into the labs. Later his office called and informed me there was "no infectious bacteria". However, when my new doctor called (Dr. Ferrari has been fired), his office was unable to produce the reports because the sample was never sent in!! Can we say "fraud"? Not to mention he cortorized the wrong area on my elbow (how does one miss a noticeable wound?) nor did he administer the numbing agent prior to the procedure. What an incompetent fool. Both my brother and I both have fired him (for separate reasons) due to having no clue or outright negligence, misdiagnoses or failure to make any diagnosis at all and just stabbing in the dark. No clue and no plan. Use him at your own risk. Mark S.

Dr.Novak is amazing. He has done several surgeries on someone I am close with and has saved his…read morelife. I will refer anyone to him. He is knowledgeable and caring.

Terrible office staff. Office manager Melissa never returns phone calls or keeps patient up to…read moredate. It's unfortunate because the doctor was great but you can actually schedule the surgery he told you to get because the office doesn't ever return phone calls even after multiple voicemails.

Treated for 10 years by MD here in Sarasota with poor patient and medical skills, even though he…read morehad top ratings. Went to Dr.Downing and I feel 100% better. He listens to your complaints and performs the proper diagnostic test and prescribes a proper course of treatment. He is a really Good guy and if he is stumped he will get an answer for you. He has recently relocated his practice to 1921 Waldemere St Sarasota. Joe Sarasota F.

I was referred to Dr Downing from my Psychiatrist after being completely dissatisfied with my…read moreformer Primary Doctor of 17 years. My experiences with Dr Downing have been top notch. He is a Concierge Doctor and a little more expensive but in my opinion worth every penny. I am guaranteed same day or next day appointments, I have his personal cell phone and encouraged to use it when needed. But most of all his professionalism, knowledge, his sincere concern about my health is what stands out most. I would highly recommend Dr. Sean Downing.

She is incompetent as a DR. Will not listen to other Drs. as to whats needed. Refuses to Full up…read moreand is Rude and thinks she is the BEST out there... I wouldn't take my dog to her. Had approval for a test since 7/11/2020. no test yet. Head aches over 15 months because she screwed up a Spinal cord stim removal. Also Never got the Spinal cord Stim that was removed and paid for by my insurance...(wouldnt be surprised if it was inplanted in someone else) Take hours to get to the Call center and then no call backs. I am now filing a medical malpractice claim against her BEWARE!! She deserves NO stars. that should be an option

Dr. Diaz-Ramirez and her staff have given me my life back. From the first initial appointment to…read morethe monthly checkups - the service, concern and quality of care I have received has been consistent and top notch. Prior to being taken on as a patient, I was suffering from debilitating pain which would land me in the ER twice, sometimes three times a week. It kept me from being able to perform simple, menial household chores - checking the mail, washing dishes, even sweeping and vacuuming were extremely taxing on my person. It was an exercise in futility trying to find a comfortable position to sit or lay down just to relax and good, quality, restorative sleep was nearly impossible and generally only achievable once I was utterly exhausted, and if I was lucky enough to catch a break from the pain I was experiencing. From the first visit, my quality of life made a complete 180 degree turn. I was finally able to get to sleep at night, I could mow my lawn, sweep the kitchen, vacuum the hallway, walk my dogs, make a satisfying meal and do a multitude of things most people don't even think twice about. I had finally gotten a sense of normalcy and purpose back in my life - things you can NOT put a price on! Dr. Diaz-Ramirez and her staff will listen to your questions and concerns and do their best to resolve any issues. Contacting her office and making the first appointment was one of the best things I've done for myself. I have no regrets and highly recommend her to anyone looking for the best care possible.

Worst experience I ever had at the Waldemere Pain Center location! I was told that even though I…read morehad an appt, I would have to leave and reschedule in 10 days because I had checked the box saying that I was wheezy. I told them I get that way sometimes from perfumes and I have a partially collapsed lung but it didn't matter. I only started feeling a bit wheezy after entering the office. As I was leaving the girl was telling the poor old man left in the waiting room that he would have to leave and reschedule as well because he had watery eyes like a lot of old people do. He was trying to tell them that it was a chronic condition that he had. Because I am disabled it is very hard for me to get to Drs appts. It costs me money and I have to be ready 1 & 1/2 hrs early and wait an hour to be picked back up. Maybe Dr. Ramirez just wanted to leave early because their fear of a virus is extreme considering there are very few cases at this time. Def looking for another Dr.