This is a review of their ER. Front desk staff were…read moreefficient and kind. The medical team were compassionate, caring, supportive and caring. The waits are long, but understandable being as this is the only hospital in the county.

Dont go to the icu in bellingham ,they dont care for any of there patient's.Sub par people working…read morethere,go to mt vernon.

I was very disappointed with the treatment my son received. The dentist, Dr. Duart was rough with…read morehis injured tooth even after he said it was painful. No apology was offered, and our concerns were not taken seriously. We felt pressured toward unnecessary procedures rather than addressing the one tooth causing pain. Every child deserves compassionate and respectful care, and unfortunately that was not our experience.

I visited Unity Care NW in Bellingham on 6/5/26 at 3:00pm. Ripley at the front desk was super…read morehelpful and reassuring--I was very nervous to receive care here as I have had struggles with many transphobic and ableist providers previously, especially when I lived in Missouri. He worked quickly while keeping me informed of the whole check in process. I greatly appreciated his kind demeanor and overall professionalism, especially in the face of a patient with medical trauma such as myself. Ripley is the only reason I'm giving two stars instead of 1 (and honestly, zero if I could). The medical assistant (can't recall her name) was also fairly kind, although she seemed a bit confused by the number of medications I was taking, which was a bit frustrating. Unfortunately, my experience quickly took a turn from mildly frustrating to a complete disaster when I saw NP Lori Sharrow. She refused to fill out my disability parking accommodation form. stating that I needed to "come up with a better reason" than my POTS and fibromyalgia to "qualify". She stated that pots and fibro are not eligible for a disabled parking permit, which is blatantly false, by the guidelines on the form provided by the state, would qualify me for a parking accommodation--the rule on the form is being unable to walk 200ft *without* a mobility device (I use a rollator or a cane depending on the day) or needing to rest (which is also something I have to do). It felt like she thought I was faking needing a mobility aid (even as I was actively using my cane to walk around and stand up). When I later checked my after visit care notes, unfortunately this fear was proven true--she noted in my chart that I "brought a four pronged cane but does not use it and lifts it when walking", which is untrue. I use my cane when walking for stability and to help prevent falling (which I have a documented history of) as well as to help me in getting up from a seated position more easily. Typically for this, I use a rollator, which works better for me and helps with my fatigue more, but unfortunately right before the appointment I flew out of town and the airline broke my rollator. I was not asked any questions at all about my cane or why I use it, nor was I told that I was using it improperly (if I was, which I don't believe is true). She also was extremely ableist in other ways--stating that my autism was "clearly high functioning" because I could "walk, talk, and think by myself". Autistic people often can do those things without assistance, and while I do have lower support needs than some other autistic people, saying that "most" autistic people can't think by themselves is deeply insulting and offensive. Finally, without prompting, she stated that my previous diagnosis of high blood pressure (it's currently controlled by medication--in fact it was relatively low at the time of the visit, measuring at 110/68) must be due to me being overweight. As someone who has previously struggled with a restrictive eating disorder and body image, hearing comments and assumptions regarding my weight was frustrating. Even more frustrating was her repeated insistence that my high BP was due to my weight despite me informing her that I've had high BP most of my life--even when I was at a lower weight (including when I was very underweight at 15 years old, due to the aforementioned eating disorder and also due to being put on stimulants at a young age). Overall, her bedside manner was just extremely poor and I felt criticized and judged for having health issues, despite them not being something I chose for myself or had a way of preventing. I ended up reporting Lori to HELMS. I encourage patients who have interactions such as mine to file a complaint with them--in my experience with healthcare professionals, consulting their in house patient advocacy team does very little good if any, but the licensing boards make them pay attention. They can't keep treating all disabled people/people with chronic health issues like we're disposable. We're human beings too.

...pain is a powerful motivator...while waiting for my hip replacement operation I needed something…read moreto help reduce the constant pain and loss of mobility... ...I could hardly get up off the couch...someone showed me an ad in the paper for a seminar about 'stem cells'...I did lots of research , and spent hours on YouTube listening and Google Scholar before I attended one of their seminars...long story short, I booked an appointment in November...went to the clinic and it was as professional and caring as it comes...the Receptionist , the Nurses and the Doctor were wonderful ...everything was exceptionally well organized ...my wife came with me to drive back in case I had some side effects ( none )...all in all it was 80 minutes start to finish...the injections into the hip and IV were virtually painless...got off the table and could tie my shoelaces for the first time in years...the results up to June have been spectacular ...I've done major hikes , golfed, and light leg workouts...so I booked another beginning of June ( optional )... but before the new injections the nurse took scans of my hip...totally blown away...where there was originally bone on bone there was now cartilage regrowth ( as calculated by the computer picture and can actually be seen )... based on my hip improvement , the Nurse Specialist this time was able to inject stem cells, growth factors and hyaluronic acid into the joint ( no extra charge )...I'm certain I'll benefit even more from my new injections...before the closest I could get to get my knees together was 9 inches , now ,without pain , about an inch...that tells me not only do I have new cartilage growth all around hip socket, but a reduction in arthritis... ...I'm hoping , my surgeon decides not to operate...based on his evaluation...but I'm in no pain whatsoever...interesting to note, stem cells are outlawed in Canada...and for me , Bellingham is a short drive...but everyone in the waiting room was from all over BC and Alberta... ...a final word on this...everyone wants their health to be the best it can be...and having confidence in your healthcare team and the service they provide is of the utmost priority...that said, all the 'team' members at Vitality are exceptional...if you decide Stem Cells will be of benefit , choosing Vitality will be one of your best decisions on your road to recovery.

On a cold December day I found myself feeling increasingly ill and (sparing the gross details) in…read moreneed of medical attention. Knowing the long waits (and possibly financial challenges) of a visit to the ER I instead opted for a trip to the Same Day Care Clinic. I was pleasantly surprised! From the friendly greeting at the front desk to the very professional doctor who decided I was even sicker than I felt, I was in and out in less than an hour. I left with a nice set of instructions for my own care, and when my symptoms worsened two days later I returned and was (again) treated with empathy and understanding. Oh, and a prescription for strong antibiotics and bedrest! It's nice to know we have such a facility here in Bham, and that there's another option besides the ER when things are urgent but not to the point of dialing 9-1-1.

I had Covid symptoms and a positive home test. Called the Same Day Care clinic at 3016 Squalicum…read more Was told that I could come in if I was concerned, and was directed to park and then call again. I waited on hold in the parking lot for 45 minutes before someone told me that the clinic was full until closing time (3 hours) and that I could come in the next day if I was concerned. It was annoying to wait, on hold, before being told that I couldn't come in. I wasn't especially concerned about the positive test, having had vaccinations and a booster. I probably won't follow up, but I wonder, if nothing else, about statistics. Did no-one want to 'count' me?

Gone here for many years. My asthma and AERD are well taken care of by all practitioners.read more

I had an exemplary experience with the clinic. Dr Elkayam is delightful. He listened to me,…read moreunderstood my issue, and gave good advice/treatment. I'm so glad to have met with him. The office is very well-run, also a joy to interact with.

After complaining of back and hip pain for 6 years, Lisa Montgomery finally ordered a lower lumbar…read moreMRI in 2022. The problem? She didn't tell me. It was ultimately approved, and I still wasn't told; not by Lisa or Mt. Baker Imaging. It wasn't until many months later that the NEXT providor caught it. The pain during this time increased until I could barely walk. They appear to care, but much falls through the cracks. Patients would be best advise to check their providers work for thoroughness and accuracy. Especially if you have a large patient file. They don't review the entire file, maybe the first few pages at best. They've cared for me since 2016, their providers last anywhere from 12-16 months. The assistant who worked with one of my many providers told me they are only there for the experience. I believe it.

So far, I've had surprisingly good experiences. The front desk staff have been kind and helpful…read more The NP I see for my primary care has really gone to bat for me regarding my management of blood thinners and insurance issues with my tirzepatide. She's also been helpful with referrals to other providers, like cardiology, imaging, and sleep. And she doesn't just refer me, but she's been in touch with other providers who are on or have been on my care team. Stephanie Shaw, ARNP I haven't been as impressed with the behavioral health side. Are they just used to seeing people who are looking to get high on Aderall ?? But we'll see what I think if I actually get to see someone regularly...

All of the providers in this office (dr. Casey lien, Dr. Steven bloom, Dr. Megan Gruber, Dr…read more heather thompson) make parenting and my own health feel so much easier and supported. They are on top of my health and my kids, they go to the root problem before offering pills (hard to find that) and they care about my kids and myself and our health. They evaluate our whole selves (family history, nutrition, physical exercise, and our biology). I have always gotten right in and labs or scans done if needed right away. I count my blessings every night and they are in them. Thank you with all my heart. After growing up and seeing doctors feed loved one opioids and being effected by it, I cannot express my gratitude enough to them for their morals and methods. thank you team!!

The urgent care, telehealth and the lab have always been very good in my experience. Fast, caring…read moreand effective.

This place is a mess, literally and figuratively. Long story short: they pressure you to breastfeed…read moreat all hours of the night, freak out when you request formula information, the bathroom/showers are DISGUSTING, and it's expensive because it's a monopoly. I will literally be traveling to another hospital to have my next baby or receive medical care in general. All these people praising this place must have disgusting homes and are used to filth. Shout out to the gluten-free cookies and the amazing nurses, Gabi and Lindsey N.!

I am so grateful to everyone at the PeaceHealth childbirth center, from the midwives to the nurses…read moreto the support staff doing food service and cleaning rooms to the on-call emergency doctors. If there were a heat map of Bellingham showing the most magical places, this spot would shine the brightest. It's very common to have complicated feelings about the very complex experience of giving birth, but I am totally convinced that all the providers at the birth center are giving it their all and providing excellent care even in the challenging circumstances they work under.