I am extremely disappointed with my recent experience trying to schedule an appointment at the…read moreOrlando office.
I am currently trying to schedule an appointment for both myself and my unborn baby. On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, I was informed that my referral had already been received and was in the office's system. I was told that only the office manager, Nina, could schedule appointments and that she would call me back by 4:30 PM, the end of the business day.
When I had not received a call by 4:15 PM, I called the office to follow up. I was told that they were busy and that Nina would return my call by 5:00 PM. Unfortunately, I never received a call back.
The following day, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 11:25 AM, I called again. I was placed on hold multiple times and transferred between several staff members before finally speaking with someone. At that point, I was told I had a $50 missed appointment fee for an appointment that I never attended because I did not have insurance at that time.
I explained that the office's phone calls should be recorded and that they could verify I had canceled. I also offered to bring in my phone records showing that I had contacted the office. Even though I did not believe I owed the fee, I told the staff that I was willing to pay the $50 simply because I needed an appointment for my pregnancy.
I was then told they needed my referral, despite the fact that I had been told the previous day that it was already in their system. I explained that I also had a physical copy of the referral and could bring it to the office immediately if necessary. Instead, I was told they would email me, but I have still not received any email or any follow-up regarding my appointment.
What was most concerning was the lack of professionalism throughout the entire process. When I requested to speak with someone above the office manager, I was told that Nina was the highest person available. When she eventually spoke with me, I felt that her communication was dismissive, condescending, and lacking empathy. Rather than helping resolve the situation, I felt as though my concerns were being minimized.
My experience two years ago at this same office was excellent. The staff was welcoming, responsive, and genuinely cared about their patients. Unfortunately, my recent experience has been the complete opposite. Communication has been extremely poor, promised callbacks were never made, information changed from one day to the next, and no one appeared willing to take ownership of resolving a very simple scheduling issue.
As a pregnant patient seeking prenatal care, this level of customer service is unacceptable. Patients should not have to repeatedly call the office, be transferred multiple times, receive conflicting information, or wait days without any follow-up simply to schedule an appointment.
I sincerely hope this office reviews its communication processes and customer service expectations. Every patient deserves to be treated with respect, professionalism, compassion, and timely communication--especially expectant mothers seeking medical care.
At the time of writing this review, I am still waiting for the promised email and still do not have an appointment scheduled.