This Nowcare Medical Associates is located along Indian River Rd. just a little west of the…read moreintersection with S Military Highway in Virginia Beach. There was a good amount of parking there as well. My visit here was on August 27, 2024. The reason for my visit to this location was for a pre-employment physical and drug screening for a new job with a local hospital system. These types of visits are by appointment. When I came in, I was greeted at the main desk. After checking in, I was asked to go to the next room over, which is where these pre-employment physicals would be. The longest part of this experience was waiting to be called back to even start the process. It took over an hour after my scheduled appointment time to get the process started. Once the process was started, it went pretty seamlessly after that. This physical included several tests such as weight, vision, urine sample, a full physical by a provider there and some blood draws. Part of that testing was to test for antibodies to several infectious diseases, which several days later I found out I had the needed immunity. Overall, the process is what I was expecting. The only reason for the lower rating is due to the long wait between getting started and the appointment time. I can understand there can be some delay, but over an hour is a bit excessive. This may have been because they were busy, but that tells me they may not have been adequately staffed that day. Overall, if you need a physical or other care, this place is still good. You may want to prepare for a longer wait than you may expect depending on how busy that area of the practice is. They were still able to get the job done, which is the most important part.

Sure wish they had an "EARLY CHECKIN" like some others. Would save a lot of time…read more Other then that I've been coming to this NOW CARE for many years and have never had a bad experience.

If I could, I would leave zero stars. I had a primary care appointment on the books for over a…read moremonth and a half. Ended up calling them and letting them know I might have to reschedule due to something showing up on my end, but I would call them back because when I spoke with them, the earliest appointment was in July. I NEVER actually canceled the appointment. Showed up to my 8 AM appointment today, 15 minutes early with them opening the doors at 8 AM exactly and multiple other people waiting to get in. Spoke to the front desk and my appointment had been canceled... But I had never canceled it.

Ghetto. Smells like cigarettes. Wait time is awful. Lady upfront was rude and condescending…read more Waited an hour to be called. Was led to a small room and it's been 30 mins since they left me here.... I shouldn't have gone here at all. Makes me think how bad healthcare is in America. T_T

Absolutely fabulous. Very professional from beginning to end. I'd recommend Ms. Knight to anyone…read more The office is spotless and everyone is extremely efficient and knowledgeable.

From the owner: Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am here to deliver you high-quality care…read morethat utilizes the most recent advancements in medicine. I am AANP Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of experience in the nursing field that include, Urgent Care, Family Practice, Nephrology, Home Health and Mental Health. I am graduate of Chamberlain University where I obtained my Master's Degree in Science.

Dr. Asuncion has been my PCP for many years but on this particular time I found myself needing to…read morebe seen, he was on vacation so I saw PA Mary Katherine Pratt. She was very personable and thorough. I was there due to shortness of breath and I was checked out thoroughly. Mary Katherine had the Nurse do an EKG and blood work was done. A couple of prescriptions were called in to my Pharmacy and that was it. I highly recommend Mary Katherine and would be happy to see her again if need be.

Is it a natural part of the passage of life when you review more medical practices than night…read moreclubs? Sigh.... If you want a doctor who is not just knowledgable & caring, but also has a fabulous dry wit sense of humor, then Dr. Christopher Asuncion is your man. His "one liners" make going to the doctor a much more relaxed experience. My using Dr. A as a Primary Physician began years ago when my internist retired. A number of people at work went to a large, well established group in the Beach General corridor. So that's the practice I chose. Gradually everyone at work gravitated to Dr. A, a member of that practice at the time. When he left to found Mid-Atlantic Family Medicine, we all followed him. Dr. Asuncion isn't the type of Doctor you feel is rushing you out of the exam room. He will listen to your ailments & symptoms as long as you want to talk. And he remembers not just your medical conditions but also your family, interests & activities. Whenever I have one of my semi-regular sinus infections he will make sure that his staff works me into his always full schedule. And he will do his best to knock it out in the shortest time possible, especially if I have an important upcoming activity planned. It's quite humorous when he walks in the room & the first thing he says is "Got it again?" His decisions regarding whether you should be referred to a specialist for a newly diagnosed condition are prompt & correct. I've always been very happy with his specialist choices. An on-site lab technician eliminates the hassle of having to go to a hospital for blood work. Electronic transmission of prescriptions eliminates the need to carry a script to the pharmacy & make a return trip to pick it up, Access to the doctor is extremely easy. He is available by email, either responding by email or having his nurse or the office staff call. All are responsive & pleasant. The only down side to a one man family medicine practice is that he does need vacations & time off. His PA handles the chores in his absence. But of course I prefer Dr. A. The office is located in the Bon Secours Medical Building off South Plaza Trail, just north of Princess Anne Road. Both the building and the office convey the feelings of new, nicely decorated, clean & well lit. The spacious glass walls offer one an outside view that makes waiting in an exam room much more acceptable that four closed in walls. And the exam rooms are a nice size, rather than claustrophobic. Parking is plentiful and laid out so that it's always an extremely short walk to the entrance. Regular parking spaces are just as convenient as the handicapped slots. There is a covered drive-thru at the entrance, so one can drive an elderly or infirm patient directly to the door. Wheel chairs are available in the building lobby for their further use. Walk into the door at Mid-Atlantic Family Medicine and you are greeted pleasantly by your name. (Does this mean I go to the doctor too often?) It's a much more pleasant experience than the check-in ogre's at some medical practices who give one the feeling that you are interfering with their day. There must be a check-in ogre school, since so many have the same technique. Now I'm thinking of the one liner Dr. A would come up with if he read this review. I'm pretty certain I know exactly what it would be. So I'll just close on a serious note. Thank you for taking care of us Dr. A. You are very much appreciated.

A few issues, all office related. I was billed twice for a regular checkup because the NP I had…read moreasked me about my weight and that, to the office, counts as a second visit for some reason. I was told by the office manager, Emily, that it is the policy of Blackwood Family Medicine to not accept medicaid patients at certain times or to see said patients even if they have other insurances in addition to medicaid. This was after the front desk girl told me it was illegal for them not to run both. The office as a whole also is incapable of getting prescriptions correct or sending any kind of paperwork to literally anyone. Honestly you would be better off asking a homeless person to do your paperwork than these ladies.

Years and years ago, this practice wasn't too bad; however, the more family member Dr. Blackwood…read morebrings in, the worse care you receive. They are never on time, there are problems checking in, the quality of care is not great - they just rush you through - very little care and concern is shown both for you as a person and whatever sickness you might have. I am very thankful I was able to find another PCM.

I absolutely adore this practice!…read more After moving to the Hampton Roads area 3 years ago I struggled to find a PCP that I was happy and comfortable with. After searching and searching I found this practice and Dr. Peter Laplace through word of mouth. I am ever so glad that I did. Staff here is so friendly and helpful. I am never confused about any of the policies or billing. Appointments are easy to schedule and they even have an online patient portal for you to view your records and care plans. Having struggled for several years with a few chronic issues I am finally at a place in my physical and mental health where I'm not just getting by but am happy and on a road to healthy. This is all credited to Dr. Laplace. He listened to my issues and concerns and guided me to the best recovery path. No throwing meds at me and moving on to the next patient! We thoroughly went over the short term and long term goals and plans. Healthcare is a vital part of life and having a doctor who listens and cares is paramount to receiving the best Healthcare. I am so very lucky to have Dr Laplace and associates in primary care looking after my well being.

Dr. Lea LaPlace is amazing!…read more If you don't already have a PCP, I'd absolutely recommend her. Busy small practice downtown on Freemason St by the mall. Free parking behind the building.

The lab is absolutely awesome. Super fast and easy check in. The lab techs are so great. Super…read morefriendly and you never even feel the stick. For bloodwork, this place is top notch

Amanda Nass, PA, was wonderful, a good listener and thorough. Very friendly and she remembered me…read morefrom coming in, in May, which is always nice. I call her Dr. Nice because her last name is that with a southern accent. Ha ha! She recommended that I start physical therapy and occupational therapy for the tingling in my right hand, due to the stress in my neck and shoulders. They took X-rays. Extremely professional and quick!