Up until two years ago, I never had a PCP before. I worked with Dr. Daniel Lemieux. He was a wonderful person to work with! He made me feel comfortable and helped me get on blood pressure medication. Then he had to leave and work elsewhere. That was unfortunate, but understandable. Ascension set me up with Dr. Daniel Rogers. I saw him recently and will not be returning. After waiting 40 minutes past my appointment time (I understand doctors run late, it is okay but not acknowledged by him), I met Dr. Rogers. It was uncomfortable meeting him. He seemed very high strung. The first thing he says to me is, "O my God, your blood pressure is sky high! We need to put you on a third medication!" I replied, "I'm not sure about that." He then says, "Well, I know you don't want to but you will anyway, right?" Pushing medication right off the bat is not helpful for me. I'm open to further medication management but not when it seems to be presented aggressively and not given justification prior to suggesting. I also need someone who is a bit calmer. In the field I work in, building rapport is key. Also, motivational interviewing is something that is regarded to be helpful in getting clients to make changes in their life. Rapport building, bedside manner, and MI are three of things I suggest he work on if he wishes to continue retainment of his patients. I will be seeking a doctor elsewhere. It is unfortunate it went this route. First impressions do make a big difference. read more