Dr. James Wright is a terrific doctor, with every quality you could want - he is compassionate, he…read morelistens, and he knows his stuff. He is also very cautious, making sure that the treatment will not do you more harm than good. He does his best not to keep you waiting, but sometimes that is inevitable, due to no fault of his own. Emergencies happen. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Wright.

I have been a patient of Dr. Poorkay's for about 10 years and he is by far, the best Dr. ever! He…read morehas both, great bedside manner and very intelligent. His staff is pretty amazing as well... Especially the young lady that does labs! She's the best stick ever!

Before my primary care doctor talked to me about the possibility of starting testosterone, i had no…read moreidea what an Endocrinologist was. (If you're wondering the same thing, it's a hormone specialist). Though i'm sure there are probably lots of reasons to see a hormone specialist, this review will mostly be for FTM guys and you curious yelpers who want to look through the window into the world of trans. I walked into the first appointment not knowing what to expect. I'd not done any real research and, if we are being honest, i wasn't totally mentally prepared to start T that day.. which is what i thought was going to happen. When i arrived, the staff were very welcoming and friendly. They used the "he" pronoun without me even asking them to. They also asked what my preferred name was, but at that point, i hadn't thought of a preferred name. They let me know that whenever i decided on something new, just let them know and they'd update it in my file. (flash forward 5 weeks when i did have a preferred name -- they updated it not only in their office records, but also in the Norton records -- so all Norton network folks would be informed) So, what to expect if you're seeing the Endo for the first time: 1) they will weight you and take your vitals before putting you in an exam room. The nurse that always does this is really chatty. She shamelessly flirts and really builds up your self-confidence. I naturally have a pretty large head (that's what she said), but i think lots of guys would really feel great after interacting with her. 2) Dr. Poorkay will come in and ask you family history and relationship questions. He's basically gauging if you have a support system in place. He'll refer to you in person and in his notes using your preferred pronouns. He'll tell you what's required to start T: a. a letter from a therapist (if you need one, I recommend the doc in my TransList bookmarks) b. blood tests -- a lot of them. (they will write the order and tell you there is a lab right down the hall. i recommend talking with your insurance and knowing what will be covered. I needed 9 tests - things like a lipid panel, T-Free and others i'd never heard of. if you don't have insurance or have a really high deductible, see my review of Any Lab Test Now) 3) You won't leave your first visit with a prescription. He made a follow-up appt for 5-weeks out. 4) When you return with your letter and lab tests, you still won't get a shot that day. He'll ask you a few more questions, give you the chance to ask all the questions you spent the last 5 weeks thinking of, then you'll leave with a script. I was disappointed with this, but i understand that they can't give out the serum in the office. 5) AFTER you fill the prescription (i recommend the "Good Rx" app to find the most affordable pharmacy), you'll have to return to get your 1st shot. They require that you either come in each week for the shot OR have someone administer it for you. If you choose the latter, you'll save time and money, but that person will need to come with you to be shown by the nurse how to do it. 6) Dr. Poorkay will schedule a 3-month check in, which will require lab tests again. This is to make sure the T is effective and nothing else wonky is going on with your hormones. After that, the visits will be less frequent, maybe once or twice a year. Lastly, since his office is a part of Norton Healthcare, you can log into your "my chart" to look over your appointments, lab results and to send messages to Dr. Poorly or his staff. They typically respond within 24-48 hours. 4 stars just because i wish information like this had been available to me before starting the process. The staff are great, Dr.Poorkay is great and i'm so grateful to have been able to pretty seamlessly start T. **I've created a TransList bookmarks list for other Trans Guys on a similar journey. Best of luck fellas. There are lots of great trans friendly businesses and health providers around louisville. how lucky are we? :)

Outstanding physician and staff. Knowledgeable, thorough, caring and timely. Have been going to Dr…read more Kolter several years now, having been referred by a friend, and are very thankful for his practice. Highly recommend

Dr. Watson's associate, Dr. Kolter is new to the practice and comes highly recommended by Dr. Jill…read moreWatson. Dr. John David Kolter is new to the world of private practice and has a lot to learn about patient care. I met with Dr. Kolter for my initial visit and general physical exam. I started by telling him that I have Asthma and that I needed a prescription for Xopanex. He had my medical records in front of him which include all prescriptions from my previous doctor, including Xopanex. He told me that he felt that I should have some extensive ($768) tests to "make sure I really had Asthma." I felt there was no way to get the prescription without taking a very expensive Pulmonary Function Test and coming back for a follow-up appointment to discuss the results and get a prescription (creating another insurance bill). I spent 5 hours at the Baptist East Hospital taking this Pulmonary Function Test, just to confirm what I've known since I was 8 and what was written in my records that he had in front of him! It was a total waste of my time and the total cost to me after insurance was $768.46 for the test alone. Plus another office visit that cost me $104.00. I'd been fleeced! I can't recommend going to this practice due to the fleecing I experienced from both Dr. Kolter and his insurance coding vultures that charged me for every little thing that I mentioned in my interview. This is the epitome of modern legalized extortion. Save your money and find a more experienced doctor who knows how to trust their patient and read their patient's history before prescribing a bunch of needless tests and avoid this predatory insurance-coding practice.

I have been a patient of Dr. Winslow here for several years. I have gotten very good treatment and…read morethe facilities are very good. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I have also seen the Nurse Practitioner, Stephanie Powell. I am very satisfied with the services they provide. So when I arrived today for my annual checkup it was no surprise that they have just joined Norton and have become Norton Pulmonary Specialists. Nothing has changed except their name.

I will preface this review by clarifying that Dr. Winslow and Stephanie Powell, NP, are wonderful…read moreand would highly recommend them. However, if you have a need requiring contact by phone with the office staff, good luck. Your call will not receive a timely or courteous response for days, even a week. My husband has dealt with them numerous times regarding prescription refills, health issues, etc. He has been patient and courteous to the point of ultimate frustration, but we have never dealt with a more uncaring and rude staff than this group. It's truly a shame that they are the public face representing this group. This review will not include a five star review simply because of the staff and is no reflection on Dr. Winslow or Stephanie Powell, NP.

Love Dr Snell. Smart, thorough, kind, great physician and human. Has the true physicians heart.read more

Dr. Krawiec has been my doctor for many years. I would not go to anyone else. He always has given…read moreme the best advice, medicines, or instructions for any issues. I have recommended him to several people. Best experience ever and he has never been wrong.

I have found a much better attentive doctor. Dr Palares was dismissive and rude. Her staff was the…read moresame.

Dr. Pallares has been our family doctor (wife and I) for many years. She is caring and thoughtful…read moreand we trust her judgment, opinions, and recommendations of specialist doctors when they are needed. Her office staff are friendly and helpful and well-trained in their duties. I highly recommend Dr. Pallares to anyone of any age!

Concierge physician. Conveniently located in St. Matthews. Very thorough, and conscientious…read more Excellent bedside manner. Staff very kind. Minimal waiting. Takes a full hour with you at every appointment. Dr.Haney, or Dr. Rueff ( another coincerge MD) available 24/7, 365. No hassle like " regular" offices. Cost very reasonable. Highly recommend.

Dr. Haney is one of the few doctors in the Louisville area that has remained in an independent…read morepractice. Dr. Haney always takes the time to listen to me, and I really think he cares about me as a person. I am confident in his ability to monitor my health and he always tells me what I need to know. Either he or one of the two other physicians in the practice are available 24/7/365 for emergencies, and this practice even follows its patients admitted to Baptist Health-Louisville hospital.