As a healthcare provider, I am picky about healthcare. I have only been in the clinic once, but I was very impressed with Dr. Rivera. He was knowledgable and had great bedside manner. He is also engaged at UT Southwestern and had a medical student with him which was a plus in my mind. After working in teaching hospitals, I have seen how the young, whipper-snapper medical students can keep seasoned providers on their toes with the latest research. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The waiting room had a large fish tank which kept my infant and toddler completely entertained....and the best part? We were back in the car, both kids belted in, after a lost cellphone search, 25 minutes after our scheduled appointment! I have never been seen so quickly!
As my number of visits increases, I might have more feedback, but thus far, I'm impressed!
Update: We've been here a few years now and I'm continually impressed by Dr. Rivera, how he interacts with my kids and communicates with the adults in the family. He is always very timely--there's never an excessively long wait when I see him. I have seen Dr. Beamer three times though and had to wait over an hour after my appointment before seeing her.....which was less than ideal. This may/may not be related to the fact that she's the only MD present on those three occasions....
I also love the computerized charting system so I get a copy of the appointment's medical notes before I leave and the prescription (if needed) is sent to my pharmacy instantly.
Pros:
1. Staff (Tammy, Juana, Madison and Dora are amazing!!). There also seems to be very little turnover in his staff which is great!
2. Computerized charting/medication prescription ordering system.
3. Dr. Rivera's competence.
4. Availability to schedule an appointment.
5. They accept Tricare.
Cons:
1. The practice appears to be large...it took about 1.5-2 years for Dr. Rivera to recognize us .
2. The lab. I'm not a fan of dealing with the recommended lab. read more