Care was poor. I was wide awake during the pacemaker procedure. Kept telling him I could feel…read moreeverything, please stop, was crying, asked, begged to be put under sedation and he did nothing. I am emotionally scared for life for what he did and will never use him again. I will tell everyone of my experience with Duddyala. No concern for his patients!!! He is all about the money. Office Mgr said to report him. Device care said to get medical records and i have them. I will never recommend him again!!!

I was misdiagnosed and treated for a heart condition I did not have for several years. Dr. Duddyala…read morecorrectly diagnosed the problem I actually had on my initial visit with him. His treatment regimen corrected the problem completely.

Dr. Gao is an excellent physician. He provided a very good treatment plan for a family member. He…read morealso gave us much needed information. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a primary doctor.

HORRIBLE PERSON! Terrible doctor!! My handicapped mother fell and could not walk for months. We…read moreBEGGED him to order an MRI (you cannot get an MRI in Abilene unless a Dr. orders one) he LITERALLY WOULD NOT ORDER an MRI for my mother! He was her primary care physician for gosh sakes. She went to rehab for two weeks all the while he was prescribing medication for her, but NO MRI. When she left rehab, she went to her lung doctor and told her the story. Her lung doctor could not believe he hadn't ordered an MRI yet. She ordered it and received the results...her FEMUR WAS BROKEN!! It has now healed incorrectly and she needs surgery to fix it, however, she cannot have surgery because of her health. She was bed ridden for a year thanks to this idiot. Going forward, she was scheduled to see a new doctor for two weeks, the morning of her appointment she was told she cannot see this new doctor because Dr. GAO has black listed her. If you value your health and your LIFE, I would NEVER see Dr. GAO. WOULD'T GIVE HIM ANY STARS, BUT ZERO STARS IT IS NOT AN OPTION.

Dr. Leverton is one of the most caring cardiologists that I have met during my years as a patient…read more I trust him completely and value his opinion. He has a great office staff that is always friendly and ready to answer your questions.

Best cardiologist! He found my heart problem and got me treated immediately by getting Dr. Crocker…read moreto do my heart surgery after a heart catheter test ! I have been seeing home for 11 years! He and his staff are great!!

8/2/2018 dr Patel pierced my rt ventricle trying to put in a pacemaker. I wanted to wait a few days…read moreto think over having one placed and asked about adjusting my meds but he stated to me he had been standing in the cath lab for 7 hours and he was leaving town for a few days so he was there now and he could do it and I would go home the next day. Instead I wound up in icu fighting for my life. He told me it was the secon time he had made the life threatening mistake. The survival rate is only 24% so I was lucky to have an outstanding thoracic surgeon on hand to save my life and outstanding care at Hendricks hospital. I do not recommend this dr in any medical capacity.

Life Saver! Dr. Patel is an excellent doctor and will tell you exactly what you have to do to keep…read moreyour heart in check. He saved my husband's life "twice" because my husband didn't listen the first time and ate lots of fake sugar, fried foods and desserts. Dr. Patel never judged. He kept my husband on the right medications and truly cares about all his patients. I am one of his patients too! We our cardiologist!

If I could leave no stars I would. Please take time to read especially if you're considering taking…read moresmall children here. I recently visited My ER with my 3-year-old son while out of town visiting family after he sustained a fracture to his arm while playing. Unfortunately, this was the worst healthcare experience I've ever encountered. To provide context, I've been in healthcare for 11 years, with 8 years as a NICU and pediatric nurse, and I now hold a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) degree. I understand the challenges of healthcare, especially in pediatrics, but the care we received fell far below acceptable standards. The visit started on a positive note. The medical assistant was kind, compassionate, and understanding, clearly experienced with children as he shared that he had three boys of his own. The x-ray technician was also kind and professional. However, the FNP who attended to my son did not perform an adequate assessment. She asked me to move my son's arm for her rather than conducting the exam herself. As a fellow FNP, I found this surprising--assessments are fundamental to providing care. The most traumatic part of the visit came when a nurse from the ER side arrived to apply a splint. She entered the room without introducing herself or explaining the procedure to me or my son. Instead of taking a moment to calm my scared and hurting child, she abruptly grabbed his arm. Naturally, my 3-year-old started screaming and resisting. As a former pediatric nurse, I know how important it is to communicate with children, explain what's happening, and even let them explore the materials to ease their fears. When my son resisted, she started yelling at him to stop moving and hold still. I intervened, reminding her that he was only 3 years old, hurt, and frightened. She then turned her yelling toward me, rudely telling me that he was "old enough to listen" multiple times. It was a deeply upsetting and traumatic situation for my son and me, and it escalated unnecessarily due to her behavior. To make matters worse, as we left the clinic, visibly shaken, the front desk staff showed no empathy or apology. Instead, when I confronted them about rolling their eyes and shaking their heads, they rudely responded, "How do you know what I'm shaking my head about?" This lack of professionalism and basic courtesy was appalling. It's clear this facility needs significant pediatric training if they intend to care for children. Medical staff must learn to communicate with both parents and children in a compassionate and professional manner. As of 12/3/2024, I strongly advise against bringing pediatric patients to My ER. If you are burned out in healthcare--whether as a nurse, receptionist, or office manager--it's time to find another path. Families seeking care deserve much better than what we experienced.

Update 5/16: Julie, the manger here, reached out to better explain their insurance process, which…read moreis confusing. She has resubmitted the claims as well as assuring us the staff would be better trained to explain the insurance process when a patient first comes in. Hopefully that will avoid future problems for others. I appreciate her kindness and help. This facility has separate insurance acceptance 495590 for urgent care or emergency care which I've never heard of. When I asked about this they assured me it's an old policy and they accept all insurance. They told my daughter the same thing. Her insurance just denied the claim for being out of network and the bill is 5k for a steroid shot and some prescriptions. She actually went in asking for urgent care, they decided to move her to ER "just in case" (?). The woman in billing will not call, and all you can do is leave a voicemail.

I accompanied my husband to see Dr. Pate for a follow-up appointment since his regular…read morepulmonologist was unavailable. From the moment he walked in, something was off -- he appeared either extremely tired or possibly under the influence. He barely opened his eyes while speaking to us. He asked my husband, who has a brain injury, if he had been using his inhaler twice daily. My husband replied that he thought it was only once daily. Dr. Pate's response was jaw-dropping: "You can't come in here bitching about breathing problems if you're not taking your medicine correctly." I was stunned that a physician would speak to a patient -- especially one with a brain injury -- in such a disrespectful, unprofessional, and downright cruel manner. This was not only inappropriate but also completely devoid of compassion or basic bedside manner. This level of disrespect and lack of professionalism is shocking. My husband left furious, and we will never see this doctor again.

I just got my results from a biopsy that Dr Pate did. From the minute you walk into his office. The…read morestaff, his assistant is so welcoming and it is a place you want to come back. Dr Pate explained the results in terms you can understand, so kind and caring. He made me feel like I was his only patient. I knew he was the doctor who could help me. I would highly recommend Dr Pate, you won't be disappointed. Carol Lloyd

So, this place is big and busy. Their fitting Glenda with a heart monitor today, so as usual, I'm…read morealong for moral support, being the great guy that I am. Once inside the room, the RN is doing a great job of explaining what Glenda needs to do. She looks familiar. Turns out we went to school together. First time I've seen her since 1974. God, I'm old. Anyway, Glenda's all hooked up and ready to go. Other than Cardioligists that are hard to understand, this place has been a goldmine of help and information. Thanks!

Cardiology consultants was clean and seemed efficient, but technicians were cold and genuinely…read moredisinterested in what they were doing. They appeared to just be talking at me not to me, not listening to anything I had to say.

I've seen my fair share of doctors in the last five years, and I can say without reservation that…read moreDr. Cooksey is in a league all his own. My mother recommended him to me and couldn't quit raving how wonderful he was, boasting that there are people who drive from other towns just to be treated by him. After I met him I could see why. He actually listens to what you have to say, and makes the interaction with him pleasant and welcoming. After so many doctors being curt, rude or just plain dismissive, this was a revelation to me. He's also thorough, but doesn't put you through a litany of expensive tests you may not need. I've been suffering with back trouble for years and he was the first one to tell me I have bone spurs on the spine - some doctors wouldn't even *talk* to me without my having an MRI first. He works with you to find solutions that best fit your circumstances, and restored my faith in doctors. Possibly my favorite (and most trusted) physician ever.

Dr. Cooksey is something else! I've been to many Doctors and I know a gem when I find one! He is a…read morereal human being that listens and generally cares about the people of Abilene that he cares for. He is switching to MDVIP which makes total sense knowing his level of expertise and care for his patients, and although not everyone can join with him, the ones that do will be getting even better service from an already outstanding Doctor. He is as close to that "Olde Country Doctor" as you're going to find! Would definitely recommend to all friends and family!