Very technical and detailed, takes time to explain all my questions. Resolved my issues.read more

From the owner: Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma, Food Allergies, Eczema, Pet allergies, Hay fever, Hives, swelling, Drug…read moreallergies, Insect Allergy, Contact dermatitis, Eczema, Sinusitis, Latex Allergy, Anaphylaxis, Cough

I will never be going to first physicians again, the staff are completely confused and incompetent…read more when taking a call, but also, Dr Azuero made me fight all day for him to send me a lab (for what he THOUGHT I had but did not want to test for, for some odd reason) when I finally took the paper to quest they told me Dr Azuero did not in fact put any test code on the paper for what I requested. Therefore could not have the test done after all that fighting. I had to end up going to urgent care and spending more money because they simply could not do their job at first physicians, not him nor front desk staff. I would not recommend going to him or First Physician's or you will likely have horrible added unnecessary stress on top of your illness instead of actual help and care. You should not have to fight that hard to advocate for yourself with the right Dr.

The intake nurse made an error in recording my vitals. The doctor's order for ultrasound had an…read moreerror- wrong body part. The check out person erroneously gave me an irrelevant order. Everyone was defensive. Weird experience.

First physicians Group has several doctors working in the practice providing general medical care…read moreand consultations. It's located next to Sarasota memorial hospital. There is a parking garage and also valet parking if you prefer. My appointment with Dr. Shah almost always runs on time. I rate Dr. shah as an excellent doctor. He doesn't rush me and takes the time to do a thorough consultation. The only reason I am not giving five stars is because of how difficult it is to get through to this office on the phones. It can sometimes take over an hour of waiting. They do offer a call back service but if you miss that then you have to start all over again. Given how busy they are and how many doctors they have, they should really employ more people for the phones. It's often quicker to drive there and speak to the front desk than it is to call in.

Three years ago, I had a frightening confrontation with a physician. I later looked up his…read morebackground and learned he had previously worked as a pharmacist. He was rude and intimidating, and he told me, "Don't let the door hit you in the ass on your way out." So I left. I also once found a doctor I liked, but he immediately ordered a heart scan that came with a large copay. I didn't believe it was necessary, given my excellent health and athletic lifestyle. When I returned, I was told he had retired; no one had informed me. I've also had other disappointing experiences. I often feel that patients aren't given enough attention and that the practice operates like a corporate production line. I've had problems with the front-desk staff, too, and I'm not alone in feeling dissatisfied. Unfortunately, the practice is tied to Sarasota Memorial, which no longer accepts my UnitedHealthcare plan. I've had difficulties with both organizations and find them overly corporate. I personally prefer Doctors Hospital. That's my choice, informed in part by my own medical background and training. I have a degree in health science, nursing administration. spent two year clinical in nursing homes. I have a background in mind body medicine, and I was a adult aging social worker, so I do have a background and normally I'm extraordinarily happy with any medical facility except this one, but of course that's just my opinion and my experience. If I could drop this by, reliable MD is one of the best organizations I have ever been to, but that's just a side

Dr. Porter is a thorough and knowledgeable professional. I have suffered with high cholesterol and…read morehypertriglyceridemia for years and had no success managing it with low fat diet and exercise. Dr. Porter ran a much more complete blood panel than was done by my internist. Based on those results she prescribed a diet that restricts carbohydrates. She took a lot of time explaining things and answered all questions that I had. Though it seems counter-intuitive, with continued exercise and the new diet the cholesterol and triglycerides are now near normal. I visited my previous internist for annual physical. She was surprised with the improved numbers and no longer felt I needed to go on anti-cholesterol meds. I was told by my neurologist that I must take Vitamin D- I am very pleased that Whole Health offers the dose that he prescribed and that it's available in a single capsule. The available doses at the drug store required that I take 14 capsules to attain the dose he prescribed. I highly recommend Dr. Porter!

I had been a patient of Dr. Porter's for several years and saw her at least annually…read more Unfortunately, my experience in April 2026 left me disappointed enough that I have decided not to return. I paid $400 for what was scheduled as a 30-minute appointment, but my actual time with Dr. Porter was less than 15 minutes. During that brief visit, she ordered lab work, which I had drawn in the office for an additional $50. When I later called the office to get the results of those tests, I was told that I would need to schedule another appointment--and pay another $400--to have the results reviewed with me. During that same call, I asked to speak with the office manager because I felt I was essentially being charged twice to complete what I considered one episode of care, particularly since the initial $400 appointment had been so brief. I explained my concern and asked whether an exception could be made this time. I also explained that, going forward, I would gladly have my labs drawn before my appointment so the results could be discussed during the 30 minutes I was already paying for. Unfortunately, I found the office manager's response to be curt and dismissive. She stated that this was the office policy. I then asked if she would please take my concern to Dr. Porter for reconsideration, as Dr. Porter would recall how brief our appointment had been. The office manager agreed to do so but indicated that the answer would most likely be the same. She called me back the following day and confirmed that Dr. Porter would still require me to schedule and pay $400 for another appointment to review the results. I understand that every medical practice has its policies and fee structure, and I have no issue paying a premium for personalized, high-quality care. What disappointed me was paying $400 for a 30-minute appointment that lasted less than half that time and then being required to pay another $400 to discuss the resulting lab work, with no flexibility when I raised what I felt was a reasonable concern. After several years as a patient, I expected a more patient-centered response. Unfortunately, this experience changed my perception of the practice and ultimately resulted in my decision to seek care elsewhere.

Precision Health saved me. I had an severe gout attack with my knee swelling to the size of a…read morebasketball! Dr. Asi took my call on a Saturday morning and saw me in his office in less than an hour to drain the excess fluid that resulted in immediate pain relief. But this wasn't the best part. He worked ordered tests to determine the root cause of this excess inflammation and built a customized plan to put me on a path so I can thrive and live my best life in my 60's. None of this would have happened this quickly with a visit to a typical urgent care. I am forever grateful for his dedication to my health and responsiveness to my needs. Lastly, I also fondly recall being in my optometrist's office and needing information from Precision health's office, and I said "Let me call my doctor" to which the optometrist replied "that will take forever". The look of surprise on my optometrist's face when over the speaker phone my call was answered on the first ring and the answer needed was delivered immediately. Concierge medicine is definitely worth it for me!

Personalized care with the focus on keeping you healthy and well. If you do need immediate care,…read moreyou are able to see the doctor same day or next. Beautiful new office space, welcoming and professional staff.

I have had her as my Physician on and off for 13 years. I would recommend her to anyone! I…read moreabsolutely love this doctor, she's so kind, compassionate, takes her time with patients! Ok, I'm a little biased, she's from Cleveland, OH, and now that I live there again Ugh! I miss her terribly! I wish Bonnie would move back! Unfortunately, that won't happen! Bummer! So, in the end, if you want the best in healthcare, don't want to worry about your health, go to Dr. G!

Excellent physician, both knowledgeable and caring. Always thorough and never rushed. She allows…read moreplenty of time for questions and answers thoughtfully. I have complete confidence in her skill and expertise.

Dr Ejercito has been a very kind and supportive physician. When I have had some medical issues she…read morehas been very helpful and responsive via texts and call backs especially thru the patients portal. I am thankful to have her as my physician!

Kind, Professional, Great personalities, Trustworthy and can even be fun‼…read moreFor me, easy to drive to, plenty of parking. They know what they're doingTake good care of their patients. They do any kind of X-Rays. Also have doctors who are experienced

First visit with Dr. Drummond: I went in for my yearly physical. She was incredibly sweet and…read morepersonable. I didn't think I had many questions, but once she came in and asked a few things, the floodgates opened. She was very informative, took the time to explain everything, and provided many helpful suggestions that I'm excited to apply. I was a bit nervous about switching providers, but I'm truly glad I chose Dr. Drummond. The visit went smoothly and efficiently--and again, she was super sweet!

Out of all of the Doctors that I visited during my time living in Bradenton/Sarasota, Dr. Okuhara…read morewas by far the best. If I were to ever move to the area again, she would be my first choice. She believes in preventative care and is extremely professional. Her offices are clean and well run, she truly cares about her patients, and she is easy to talk to. Since money was always an issue for me, she went out of her way to give me samples or discount coupons on my prescription medications, when they were available. She also made sure to discuss every aspect of life with me that would affect my health; such as diet, stress, excercise, family history, and overall well being. She has also given me excellent referrals and worked with my insurance companies to make sure that my preventative care is covered. Sometimes her office staff and nurses can be pushy or rude, since she is in a shared office complex with other doctors.

This review is long overdue! Having moved down from NY where I had wonderful doctors, I frankly…read moredidn't expect in my urban snobbery to find anyone who could compete with the type of medical care to which I was accustomed. Hands down, I discovered that Dr. Okuhara excels beyond my several decades of experience in going to doctors. If the criteria include: 1) Professional competence; 2) Time with patient; 3) Diagnostic ability (especially outstanding); 4) Availability; 5) Excellent referrals to top-notch specialists (best experiences with her referrals every time); and 6)) Compassionate billing practices and office procedures, Dr. Okuhara gets 6 stars. cb

Very clean office, peaceful. Dr. Kreithen was very nice and made me feel very comfortable during my…read moreprocedure. I will be going back.