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.

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.

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'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!

Not feeling well while traveling for work (think "zombie mode activated"), I dragged myself into My…read moreUrgent Care and was seen within 5 minutes. The paperwork was quick and easy, and the whole crew was super professional and friendly. The lady at the front moved with serious swiftness -- she had me sorted before I could even finish feeling sorry for myself. Once back, the nurse listened to me thoroughly and the doctor actually took the time to figure out what was going on. I felt genuinely taken care of with real quality, like they were legit invested in getting this traveler back on his feet. Whole staff killed it. 10/10, would get sick here again (but hopefully I won't have to).

received great medical care from the doctor here and am very happy with the treatment. However,…read moregetting my referral faxed over to my physical therapist took multiple phone calls and a lot of back-and-forth. When I called to check on it, the staff member named Nora was a bit huffy and dismissive. The clinical side of this urgent care is wonderful, but the front desk communication could definitely be smoother and more professional. A special thank you to the PA , Chad.

Good internist. He knows his medicine.Very conscientious; doesen't forget what you disgussed on…read morethe last appointment. He is friendly and has good raport. You will feel at home. Nurses are helpful and friendly. You will most likely approve of him and his treatment.

Office visit I never have to wait longer than 5 or 10 minutes before seeing the Dr. or Nurse…read morepractitioner. Very courteous staff and very efficient. I receive the highest quality of care. They have not lost their compassion for those who suffer pain on a daily basis, over their 20+ years in practice. Everything is explained so you completely understand your care. I couldn't have asked for a better Dr.and staff. They are truly a blessing.

Dr. dozer is Glenda's back doctor so this review is just my opinion of what I see. He has always…read moretaken very good care of her. They are very good about explaining what they are going to do, and what you should expect. The shots she gets in her back have always helped, so coming here has been a very good experience for us. On the other hand, I hope I never need any shots!

I was fortunate to be with one doctor of 22yrs. and was very happy. Then he retired and I was…read morereally concerned about finding a new one as good as he was. Well, Dr.Mikiel has turned out to as good and in some ways better. Her listening skills are above the norm, she makes it easy to convey your needs. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a physician that truly cares.