I had Dr Gioiella many years ago at UCONN in Farmington CT. She was wonderful then as I am sure…read moreshe is even better now. Kind, compassionate, caring listener. She set the mark for other physicians.

Dr. Lynaugh is very knowledgeable and doesn't jump to conclusions. She follows up and her easygoing…read moremanner is quite calming. Been a satisfied patient for many, many years.

I have been seeing Melissa for many years and she has "saved my life" TWICE by discovering serious…read moredevelopments. She has been very professional and accommodating at all times. She is very gentle and respectful at every visit. I trust her with my life as it has proven to be a great relationship for my health. My whole family has been seeing her for our skin care and hope to keep our contact with her for many years to come!

I went to Melissa for my yearly dermatology skin check because my previous PA left the practice. I…read moreinformed her of my recent knee replacement surgery and that I could not yet let it hang off the table and that it was also very tender to touch. She was unnecessarily aggressive with her dermatoscope, basically slapping it against my skin, including my knee. When I pulled away and reminded her of my recent surgery (which was very obvious from the giant scar), she just continued in the same manner. When I left, my husband asked why I was covered in red marks; it was from the dermatoscope. More egregious than this, is that she entered the room with a young male intern, and what I didn't realize was also a young male intern on an ipad. I told her that I was uncomfortable with him viewing my full body exam, but fine with him listening, so could she please pull the curtain. At the end of the exam she asked the intern if he had any questions. The one in the room said no. Then I heard a male voice on the ipad, which was in plain view of me during the entire exam, ask a question. I felt incredibly violated that she knew I didn't want to be viewed, and didn't move the ipad behind the curtain as well. I was too shocked at the time to say anything, but when I called the office to report this and ask for my medical records to be sent elsewhere, there wasn't much of a reaction or show of concern. I do feel it's important for future potential patients to be aware of this situation.

I have been going to this group for years. The doctors and PAs are wonderful. They are concerned…read moreand listen to what you have to say. The receptionist have always been pleasant and helpful.

The office is up elevator, to the right of optometry, like right next to it. I walked by it twice…read morebefore I noticed the door, lol. It was my first visit and it went fairly quick. There was a TV and magazines to keep you entertained until you were checked-in. Once they were ready for you, you were transferred to the waiting room inside. There were also magazines in there, as well as a play area for kids. There is a restroom in there, if you were looking for one like I was. I was later taken into a small room where they did my vitals. Once completed, I waited for my doctor in my designated room. The visit was quick and to the point. The doctor was extremely friendly. The one thing that I didn't really like was how thin the walls were, you could honestly hear everything that is going on in the next room. It made me feel a little uncomfortable. Aside from that, it was pleasant. Everyone was nice and helpful.

The staff at this Practice has been wonderful to deal with and on the ball. In particular, my PCP…read moreis excellent! Knowledgable, kind, thoughful and thorough. I know I am in excellent hands with her and I'm very grateful. My only frustration is thrying to reach someone by phone. It is rarely if ever answered, which can delay making appointments and questions being answered.

This place is great! Everyone is nice and helpful. The doctor I had was truly amazing. I had asked…read morehim that I wanted blood work done and he made it happen without disregarding me like the nurse from John P Musante Health Center did (located at 70 Boltwood Walk Amherst, MA). He would explain everything in detail and he would even go over my tests with me and explain the results. I like how there's an in house lab here so you can get your blood work done there. It was easy to make an appt here. A nice little doctors' office!!!

I have not been to this practice but while looking for new PCP came across this on Yelp. I called…read morethe number listed merely to ask if they are part of the Baystate Health System. No one answers the phone, just voice mail. If you wanted to become a new patient, you apparently have to download a form online or go directly to the office and pick up a form. To me, a very odd way to do things. I'll look elsewhere.

I am posting this on behalf of my elderly father, who doesn't do Yelp, but still has strong…read moreopinions about the quality of care he has received from this office. Dr. Fanti has been my dad's primary care doctor for at least five years and before Dr. Fanti came on to the practice, Dr. Egelhofer was his doctor. They've both been great and so has the entire practice. They are extremely patient with my dad and me, his caretaker, and always get back to us with answers to any questions we have. Dad also appreciates the extra service they have where someone checks in with him via telephone once a month to see how he's doing and then reports to Dr. Fanti. Dad feels very well taken care of and I agree with that assessment. Good folks, great service.

I love and respect Fran as a medical professional. She's knowledgeable and caring and her staff…read morefollows her lead. I'm very grateful for all the care she and everyone at Bear Pond have provided throughout the years.

I am an adult patient at this practice and I cannot say enough about how great they are. If I've…read moreever needed to be seen urgently, I have never had to wait more than a half day. Fran and her staff have a great demeanor - casual and friendly but also direct and honest. They look at the whole person and promptly get back to me when I have questions. I trust Fran and her growing team and am so happy to have found this practice.

My whole family (kids included) has been under the care of AFP, spearheaded by Dr. Atkinson for…read moreover 20 years. I haven't had any other PCP. The care provided at this practice is excellent and Dr Kate is truly exceptional. They following their patients with long term health conditions very well but also follow up quickly in emergencies. Office experience is not perfect but works well enough. It is obvious they care for all people regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation. I highly recommend.

My husband and I switched to this practice a few years ago and we are so glad we did. Everyone from…read morethe receptionists to the MD's to the nursing and PA staff are on top of their game and committed to providing caring family medicine. We have never had a more responsive medical team that communicates so well with each other and us. Plus there is a dog! Joan S Leverett, MA