As I pretty much expected, this doctor's office is mediocre at best. What I didn't expect, is how creepy and bizarre this place is. So, why did I come here? I was able to get an appointment right away, simple as that.
When I arrived, it was a quiet, sun-soaked morning. The little birds were hopping across the lawn outside of the seemingly pleasant ranch-turned-doctor's office on the corner. All was well until I walked inside.
When I entered the large office, a stuffy, wood-paneled waiting area with oversized plaid sofas, I wanted to leave. There wasn't a face to greet me as I entered the empty room - just silence. On the left side of the room, I noticed a few stairs leading up to a closed wooden door. The glass panel wall above, was entirely covered with signs about insurance payments and copays (all typed in caps). I approached the stairs and stood for a moment, waiting to see someone before walking further into the office, as I felt any indication that someone worked here would have been great.
As I walked further in, I saw a woman sitting at a desk. With a slight frown, I was given paper work to fill out and asked for my insurance card. Before I sat down, I was told I would need to pay the copay. Most offices I've been to collect the copay after the visit. I understand if their policy is to collect it before but does it really need to be one of first things said to me when I walk in? Oh and its cash only for this antiquated office.
During the visit, I was uncomfortable. Most doctors will try to be a little friendly or smile at first to make you feel welcome but that wasn't the case here. The doctor's monotone voice, robot-like mannerisms, and empty eyes made me want to run for the hills. Lucky for me though, I didn't have to because my first and only visit was over in under 5 minutes.
If this was a Twilight Zone episode, we could title it "The Strange Dr. Blank."
She seemed like she was in a real rush to go somewhere. Where? I'm not sure. This empty office was like a ghost town, but without the appeal and historic charm. read more
