I have been a patient of Dr. Mcdermott for several years and will continue to do so because her…read moreexpertise and patient care are the best I've ever found in a general practitioner.

dr. mcdermott has been my general practitioner since i moved to nola. she's intelligent, kind, and…read moreattentive. she's thoughtful with her plans and won't prescribe meds or ancillary treatments if you can't afford or don't want them. however, if you're interested in a specific treatment, she'll discuss your options and inquire into your needs. board certified in internal medicine and pediatrics, she can treat your whole family.

Wow this place is huge Really super nice…read more Make sure you call ahead of time to find the location to park Find out which building to go to There are several buildings next to each other with parking lots in between buildings This place is like a university campus You can easily get lost if you don't know where you're going Have the doctor's office number handy in case you get lost so you can call and ask for directions Be prepared to walk It's like a maze in here Very clean Very nice Inside there is a coffee juice pastry and muffins station with seating There is a check in area After check in the receptionist will tell you what area for you to sit and wait for your appointment I was sent to sit in the Iris seating area to wait to see my allergy doctor Just make sure when you are scheduling your appointment that you ask for directions how to get there, for the location where is parking which building

I had a huge panel of tests to take that required an overnight fast for 10 hours. I had also been…read moresent home with some DIY tests that I was asked to bring with and turn in to the lab upon arrival. (stool test-ew!!) While I knew the lab was across the street from Main Campus, I did make one wrong turn before I found where I was supposed to go. They could really use numbers on the buildings to help navigate people. There was only a half dozen people in the waiting area in a huge space that could easily hold hundreds. I checked in at the main desk with two friendly, kind and communicative women. All of my check ins with receptionists have all been positive, and informative/helpful. I completed my urinalysis collection on site and waited to be called. I turned in all my DIY tests and sat to have my blood drawn. I verified my information about a hundred times, but it also helped distract me from the needle. No one likes needles, really. I had 5 vials taken and when she was wrapping up my arm she chose a teal tape to match my shirt. On the previous Monday, the phlebotomist picked pink to also match my shirt. It's the little things that go a long way to make us feel human, rather than a number. Again, I was in and out in no time and felt that I was on the right path to taking care of my own health.

LOCATION NOTE: Dr. Bowers is now part of the Family Doctors practice, located at West Jefferson…read moreMedical Center in Marrero; he no longer practices at this location in New Orleans East. I've never really enjoyed going to doctors offices. You have to make the appt waaaaaay in advance, fill out a ton of paperwork, and then seemingly wait forever while the doctor meets with you for all of 90 seconds. When I moved back to NOLA, I decided to try and find a doctor which bucked that trend. I did my research online and found this guy through the GLMA website. I called and made an appointment for a new patient. It was a 1.5 month wait which was actually better than I expected based on my experience with doctors in the DC area/Montgomery County. Anyways, Dr. Bowers and his staff were patient, compassionate, and listened to my questions and concerns. I really liked how nothing felt rushed and I was able to get all the information I needed. His nurse was really nice and helpful as well, advising me on the best way to book appointments in the future when I needed them (I'm sooooo bad with names, otherwise I'd mention it). I also like how, like many other practices, they send prescriptions electronically, so there is one less piece of paper to lose. I'm really happy to have finally found a PCP that I'm comfortable with and isn't a total PITA to access, even when you take into account the drive over the CCC (ugh).

I move to New Orleans 2 years ago and found Dr. Bowers online quite by accident. I was able to get…read moreinto see him easily and have been seeing him ever since. He is in the west Jeff medical center bldg on Family Doctors. He is convenient and his staff is easy to talk to and work with you to get in quick. Dr. Bowers is very personable and has a great sense of humor to put you at ease in any situation. He is easy to talk to and I never feel like I can't be honest and say what I am feel no matter if it is embarrassing. If you need a family doctor Dr. Bowers will fill that need.

BILLING DEPARTMENT - UPTOWN INTERNAL MEDICINE SPECIALISTS IN NEW ORLEANS, LA. This billing…read moredepartment is terrible. I had an appointment with Dr. Friedman on April 1. I knew I did not have a co-pay for my appointment but the front desk made me pay anyway. They received the EOB from my medical insurance company and it is now two months later. The co-pay still has not been reimbursed to me. I have been on the phone with billing numerous times, I even sent a letter requesting reimbursement, but this department has never confirmed when a reimbursement check will be issued. It is now June 3rd and I have not received confirmation that a check is in the mail to me. DR. FRIEDMAN DESERVES FIVE STARS. THE ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT DESERVES NONE.

From the owner: The physicians of IMS focus on Primary Care Medicine and Specialty Care with emphasis on Disease…read moreManagement. Our goal is to provide you with life-long comprehensive healthcare. We place a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and on the maintenance of good health. All of our physicians are board certified in Internal Medicine. Most of our physicians have training in a subspecialty area. The specialty areas of medicine that IMS offers our patients are Nephrology (diseases of the kidney), Pulmonary (diseases of the lungs), Endocrinology (diabetes, diseases of the thyroid and other glands), Infectious Disease, or Allergy, Asthma, and Clinical Immunology. We value a close personal relationship with our patients.

Dr. Gonzalez is leaving Internal Medicine Specialists (and New Orleans) as of July 31, 2011 "to…read morepursue other career paths." It's a shame to have a great doctor leaving the city.

Dr. Gonzalez is a rarity in medicine today; he takes the time to truly listen to patients & explain…read morehis thoughts & conclusions. It's nice to find a doctor who seems more concerned with answering questions that in getting you out the door in record speed. Great GP to have on your side!

Dr Smith is a very caring doctor. He is happy to sit down and discuss health goals with you.read more

From the owner: Dr. Smith offers a different approach to primary care with conveniences like same/next-day…read moreappointments that start on time and a focus on preventive medicine. His MDVIP-affiliated practice is open to new patients, including Medicare and commercially insured, in New Orleans. Dr. Smith sees fewer patients, which means he has more time to offer. Similar to concierge medicine physicians, Dr. Smith is available 24/7 by phone. His practice offers the MDVIP Wellness Program, which includes advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests that have been shown to help detect issues earlier.

Many people entrust their care with Dr. Lee. I had an amicable doctor/patient with her. Then , one…read moreday, I confided in her that I was under the care of a psychiatrist. Oh, my goodness! One would believe that I had told her the world was spinning in the opposite direction. After that episode, Dr. Lee rarely saw me. On October 6th, I was supposed to see the LPC in the office. When I was sitting quietly in the waiting room, Dr. Lee asked me to come to the back. I knew what was coming and I pleaded to her to just let me leave, but she insisted on me coming to the back office. I really wanted to leave because suffering with a severe episode of Major Depressive Disorder, I knew that I would feel as though I was alone in the world. Well, my fear came true. She told me that I was a misfit and that she was no longer going to see me. I hit rock bottom and I had told her that my death was going to be on her hands. Did she care that I became suicidal? NO. When I left, she issued a PEC on me. It wasn't because she cared about me, she felt guilty!!!!! She wanted to see me one more time after I was released from the hospital. A friend came with me and even though I wanted to turn around, she told me to go. After the MA, did all of my vitals, she discovered that my blood pressure was over 180/?. Dr. Lee was talking to me and I couldn't even look at her. Then she mentioned how dangerously high my BP was and I replied to her,"Well aren't you lucky. Maybe I will have a stroke or heart attack and die!" I left her office while my friend stayed to talk with her. They came out to the Community Room and I stayed in the waiting room. After several minutes, Dr. Lee came out to take my BP. I still couldn't look at her and I told my friend that I was leaving. When I left, I couldn't lift my head and I walked out saying,"Why? You do not give a damn." She asked me to come back so she could take my BP and I replied, " You don't give a damn and I will never forget how much you have hurt me nor will you ever see me again." I have never hurt anyone either physically or emotionally. She assumed that just because I had a mental condition that I was dangerous. I advise anyone with a mental or an emotional problem to STAY AWAY FROM DR. CHRISTINE E. LEE. She will throw you away like trash.

I'm convinced this is the best urgent care in existence right now. Don't take my word, go see! The…read morewhole staff is amazing! They really listen and care. Feel like I'm at home and not at an office. I'm so glad I came here instead of anywhere else. Thanks guys!

From the owner: At The Urgent CARE, we strive to set a new standard in urgent care medicine for our community. We…read moreprovide the most advanced, comprehensive medical services and treatments for all urgent medical needs. Our qualified staff is fully dedicated and deeply passionate about our patient's comfort, needs, and CARE. Most importantly, Our communities deserve access to affordable, convenient, top-quality patient CARE. Founded privately in 2004, we have served our community for nearly 20 years and have expanded into surrounding communities to serve more patients. We have served more than 500,000 patients and will continue to be a leader in healthcare in Southern Louisiana.