Dr. Digioia has been my primary doctor for approximately 15 years, and he is terrific! He gives me all of the time I need, and he returns my calls within a very reasonable time. I like his reception staff as well! Dr. Digioia is a no-nonsense physician who gets to the root of the problem quickly. I have absolute trust in him, and he really cares about his patients! read more

Dr Di Gioia is one of best doctors i have met. He takes his time to explain things and does not prescribe medication unnecessarily. He has a holistic approach to health and provides good advice and support to ensure overall wellness. His office administrator is efficient, polite and very responsive. Definitely a doctor I recommend. read more

What a good doctor. He is right to the point about everything but manages to do it without coming off as a know it all ass. Too many doctors seem to forget that patients are people. He definitely remembers this but doesn't sugar coat things. I must have caught his staff on a good day as they were pretty friendly. They're not overly friendly but I had one or two nice conversations with both the check-in person and the billing agent. I do agree with those who commented on the clutter. it's nothing a nice file cabinet couldn't fix but it's the least of my worries and something I'll gladly ignore in exchange for a great doctor. read more

I went to Dr. Digioia recently because I could stand the blatant insurance racket that was going on at my previous physician, Dr. Medley. I specifically chose an early morning appointment so I would avoid any unnecessary waiting. I noticed when I checked in for my 9:15 appointment that the person who had checked in before me had a 9:10 appointment with the same doctor. 5 minutes a patient?! I was seen at 9:25. The examination room was a mess. Overflowing garbage cans, medical waste bins (these were not overflowing) on the floor with used needles and bloody cotton balls for all to see - gross. I was instructed to fast before the appointment because blood work would be done and a correct reading of my cholesterol was necessary. No one mentioned blood work during my visit and I decided not to bring it up because it really wasn't necessary. I'd had enough blood work for at least 5 years with my previous physician. The doctor was attentive and actually spent 15 minutes with me discussing my concerns and explaining the prescriptions he wrote. Nonetheless, I will not return. Dr. Digioia spent a portion of the time during my appointment staring at my breasts. It goes without saying that this is unprofessional and seriously inappropriate. At the end of my appointment I went to pay my co-pay and the receptionist asked me how much my co-pay was. I told her I didn't know (which I didn't and because it's not my job to know). I should have told her $10 because she would have believed me. She then spent 5 minutes looking up my co-pay. While finding the information for my co-pay, two patients were brought into the area and had to step on the scale just behind me. Nothing private about that experience for those patients! It always fascinates me that doctors think they are doing their patients a favor each time a patient visits the office. Ultimately doctors and their staff are in the service industry - you would think that they would act like it. The only reason this review is 2 stars instead of 1 is because at least the doctor seemed knowledgeable. read more

I like Dr. DiGioia quite a bit. He's been my primary care physician since moving here about a year and a half ago, and I've appreciated his attention and kindness. It's also relatively easy to get in to see him, which is more than I can say for my other physicians 'round here. His staff, on the other hand, is less than helpful. They're always brusque on the phone, and don't seem particularly organized. The two exam rooms that I've been in have been a mess - not unhygienic, just every available surface is piled up with stuff. That's fine in your office, but not necessarily the impression you want to make for your patients. read more

Worst doctor and office staff in all of DC. AVOID AT ALL COSTS. Not only is the staff the rudest I have ever experienced, but the DR is terrible as well. Here's an example: I needed a prescription refilled before before an international trip. The b*tch Toni, who is the office manager, told me that I had to come in and see the DR (I had no time before leaving) and she said she didn't care about my situation (literally!), that if I didn't like it I could go find another doctor, and refused to pass along my urgent request to the doctor. then she hung up on me. Unbelievable. I've never been treated like this, and sincerely hope you heed my advice and do NOT go and see them. and Toni, I hope you rot in hell. read more

While I enjoyed going to Dr. Digioia and find him to be very pleasant, caring and knowledgeable, I took away TWO stars due to the hour and a half wait time and because of his VERY unpleasant front office staff. It has become increasing difficult to deal with one staff member in particular who seems to think she is doing me a favor by getting my referrals for my other Doctors. I've had several unpleasant exchanges with her. Looking at the other reviews I don't appear to be alone in my bad experience with his staff . With the many choices of Doctors, who needs to deal with a front office staff with a attitude? read more

I would agree with Elizabeth E.'s review. Dr. Digioia actually takes the time to listen and think through what you say to him. He responds well to questions over the phone. He's also not one to bombard you with unnecessary tests and visits to specialists. I've docked his practice one star because the staff members in his office aren't the friendliest (but that seems to be the norm in DC), and the entire office is a bit of a mess. read more

I would continue to see Dr. Digioia if I felt he could meet my medical needs because I think he is a good doc, but if I can't see him when I am in pain, it just not ok. I had a bladder infection and was in terrible pain and needed to see him. I was told by the front office that there were no emergency appointments and that they would give the doctor the message. When I called back three hours later wanting to know if I could be seen, they acted annoyed and said "he has your message, we will call you." I'm sorry, but when a regular patient is in pain, you don't just leave them hanging. At the very least, they should have referred me to someone else if they couldn't get me in rather than leave me there in pain waiting to hear back. They certainly shouldn't act annoyed because a patient doesn't want to be in pain anymore. This comes a month after I tried to make an appointment for a more routine appointment. I kept calling over two days and nobody ever answered, so I ended up just going to a specialist since my insurance allows me to see specialists without a referral. read more

It is always difficult to find a regular primary care physician when you move to a new city. After searching through my insurance provider listing and doing some research online, I came across Dr. DiGioia. After reading the interestingly amusing reviews, I made an appointment. I am glad I did. I am so pleased to find a physician who will take the time to talk to you, explain what is going on, and do what he can to provide you with quality care. He appears to be a competent physician who really knows his stuff. Also, the staff was rather friendly to me when I checked-in and -out. I am so pleased to have found a good physician. read more

Dr. Di Gioia has been my primary care physician for 21 years. I can't imagine going to anyone else. He is a doctor who takes his time with his patients, doesn't over-book, and is very easy to talk to. He is very much like a family doctor, who knows his patients personally, not one of those practices where you're treated like cattle. His office manager is also very friendly and responsive. Some of the old reviews here in response to the "rude" front office staff are about the staff at his prior location. The office manager who has worked for him for the past several years is awesome. read more

I saw this doctor about 40 years ago and I'm not surprised to see all the negative reviews. I'm 5'10" tall and was probably 140 lbs in 1980. He told me that I was getting fat and told me that I was "too" attractive to get fat?! I thought that was a very "odd" inappropriate and rude thing to say. Never went back and have never and would never recommend him. Stay away! read more

I think Dr. Digioia is great. I'm not sure why everyone complains. I've been seeing him for about 8 months and haven't ever had to wait too long. He is responsive when I call him for things, usually he is busy when I call but he always calls me back. He does appear to truly care about his patients. I also see that people gripe about the front desk ladies, but I get along great with them. The lobby is definitely could use some updating, but, I don't go there for sleek modern furniture and marble floors, I go there for medical purposes, I thought that is what doctors offices are for. read more

I've lived in DC about a year and a half now and consider myself very lucky to have stumbled across Dr Digioia right off the bat. I have never had a Dr. spend as much one on one time with me as he does. The first time I saw him for a general physical, he sat in the room with me for a hour! He feels like one of those home-town doctors you always hear about, but have never seen except in episodes of Leave it to Beaver...and he's here in DC of all places! I'd give 5-stars if the reception staff were as friendly as he is. read more

I have been going to Dr. DiGioia for about 2 1/2 years, since my previous wonderful doc -- Samuel Dotson -- retired from private practice. On the verge more than once of looking for a replacement. Wanting a gay doc limits the field of options, and medicine is pretty universally bad in the U.S. anyway. Dr. DiGioia runs hot and cold. Some days he is friendly, some days he will listen, some days the wait time is 5 minutes. But a majority of time it's the extreme opposite. Mostly, he doesn't listen, and is one of those docs that fires questions and then hands you a prescription delivering (little to) no explanation. On two occasions I have been ushered into the exam room and then completely forgotten about. (I know this, because I overheard his handlers remind him repeatedly). He does not listen. After asking "What are you here for?" he launches into a barrage of questions without hearing more than a fifth of the description of what I'm there for. By the time he winds down to a stopping point where I can tell him the next related symptom, he has already issued a prescription and is trying to get out the door. He does not remember from one meeting to the next what the issues are...and considering problems can be ongoing and interrelated, that is a real concern. He even forgot the prescriptions, between meetings, and sometimes contradicts his own remarks from one meeting to the next. He discounts my personal observations of what's going on in my own body, as well as concerns and questions I raise based in my own reading between meetings. And, since he does not listen, he frequently asks questions I already provided the answer to, five sentences back. He is clearly a knowledgeable doctor, but I get no sense of caring or empathy from a doctor who doesn't really listen. I also distrust any doctor who issues a prescription without first identifying the actual cause of the problem. Two separate years I have gone to him for flu-like symptoms, with headaches, dry cough, and terrible pain in the solar plexus and ribs...and his prescription was for cough medicine and a chest X-ray. That reminds me: he NEVER calls to notify of test results. NEVER. I cannot recommend him. read more

I would not recommend this doctor or office. The office staff is unbelievably rude. When the pharmacy lost my prescription, I called the doctor and asked to have it called in again. I was told that it was an inconvenience and that if they had time it would be called in. Then I was hung up on. I went to the office to address the problem but the doctor would not speak to me. He called me later and said he does not see patients without an appointment even under the circumstances. Save yourself the headache and pick another doctor. The office is old and dirty as well. read more

I like Dr Digioia. I've been going to him for over 2 years. He takes the time to really listen to what I am saying and does not dismiss my symptoms or problems. The only reason I gave a 3 star rating is for the front office staff. They are incredibly rude and short. They have way too much attitude. They are NOT helpful if you have to call for follow up. They get annoyed if you call back more than once in a week. The last time I was there, there was another patient who was legally blind (he could see some, but he could not see words well). They gave the man the forms and he asked the receptionist for help in filling them out because he could not see them. She dismissed him and told him there was no way she could help him. I was appalled. I had a severe ear infection and could barely sit up or hear, but I helped that man fill out his forms. It only took about 10 minutes. I just can't believe that lady wouldn't take the time to help him. Why is she in a service profession if she is going to be so rude? It's not like they are only rude once or twice; that I can understand. Everyone has a bad day, but these ladies seem to have bad days every day! read more

Great doctor. Always spends a good amount of time and talks me through my situation.

Do not see this "Doctor". He is a hack, very rude and has made several comments during visits that I did not like. It's time for him to retire. Latifa at the front desk is wonderful and lovely though. read more

Terrible. The rudest Dr. and staff I've ever encountered. He will rip you off, demanding you come in for completely unnecessary "evaluation" appointments every 4 months, and refuses to write your Rx for you if you don't. Everything must be done on his schedule. Trying to work with him is extremely frustrating, and his abrasive and incompetent staff makes matters even worse. He recently refused to speak to me on the phone or write my Rx unless I came into the office within a week. Avoid him. read more

I have been going to Dr. DiGioia for close to 20 years. He is incredibly knowledgeable, understanding, thorough, and willing to take time to answer questions and explain everything. He is without doubt the best personal physician I have ever had. I find the reception and office staff and the techs to be helpful and accommodating. I consider myself very fortunate to have him as my doctor. read more

If you are looking for a primary care physician who listens, who takes the time to explore every option and explain to you exactly what is going on a why, who is available when you need him and provides quality care every time, then Dr. DiGioia is an excellent choice. I have never had a major issue with his front office staff, they are direct and don't seem to care for excess pleasantries but they are not rude and they process claims accurately and timely. I have also never found the office to be unsanitary. When it comes to my health, I care much more about getting a proper diagnosis and quality care than I do about a few boxes in the corner of an examination room. read more

I have been with Dr. DiGioia since 1994. He has guided me through some big events in my medical history, and has always been kind to me, aware of me as an individual, supportive and spot on in his guidance. I have nothing negative to say about him, and have steered a couple of friends to his practice. Both of whom have thanked me. read more

I found Dr. Di Dioia on my insurance search site. He is thorough and really knows his stuff. He explains things without you having to ask, which is great if you're a typical guy like me. He also doesn't mess around. If you have a lifestyle issue that is causing problems he tells you and offers solutions. I am grateful to have found him, am happy with the suggestions he made, and eager to implement his recommendations. He also is very reachable by phone. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a physician in the downtown/Farragut area. read more

Avoid seeing Dr. Di Gioia at all costs !!! I think old age has gotten to his head. I have been seeing him for more than 2 yrs. The only reason I kept going back is because I don't like changing Drs. However, he is very rude and arrogant. He is actually a drama queen. He will alarm you, make you worry... he is a good actor !! His staff has better manners than him. He talks a lot (enjoys listening to himself?) and he talks over you and he interrupts you. How can a patient explain their condition if they can't speak? Short man Syndrome? As well, his office and exam room are old, cramped, and disorganized. There is stuff everywhere !!! He uses a lot of old, dated tools to weight, to take your blood pressure. He is very bad for your wallet too: he overcharges you based on his own judgment call !!! for whatever condition you may have.... read more

I recommend Dr. DiGioia unconditionally. He is an exceptionally kind person and gave me the most complete, holistic physical I've ever had. This was the best visit I have ever had to a doctor. I feel like he truly cares about me and spent a solid amount of time taking my history and getting to know me. I give Dr. DiGioia personally five stars but his staff, particularly the cantankerous older receptionist (Janette?) brings the overall rating down to a four. read more

Dr DiGoia is my kind of doctor. He is a diagnostician, he can determine what is wrong with a cbc and urine sample, and add tests. His staff and he are on the patient side as they can be, but I have seen days they are flat out busy and you have to understand that. A simple blood pressure check could turn into an embolism and thus, take up more time. Urgent care clinics are better for strep throats, urinary tract infections, and acute infections. I am glad I have him. read more

I don't get all the complaints. The desk staff has been nice to me, especially Jenny. Dr. Digioia is super super thorough, more than any other doc I've ever visited. Always gets me in for quick appointments. read more

I've been going to Dr. Digioia for four years now and I couldn't trust a doctor more. He seems to really care for his patients and talks me through my illness instead of rushing me out the door. He is also really good about following on with phone calls. Great guy and doc! The only reason I didn't give him five stars is becuase his staff is extremely rude 80% of the time. read more

Dr. Digioia is a great doctor. I visited him recently for my first physical at his office. I will definitely be sticking with him for my duration in D.C. While I gathered he is busy, my appointment did not feel rushed. He gave me the most thorough exam I've had in years. He answered all of my questions completely and provided good references to other doctors. He covered all areas of my overall health, including diet and exercise. Nice personality. Front desk staff is professional and efficient. I suppose they could be a bit warmer, but my review here is mostly for the physician. The medical assistant who also saw me was very kind and the most gentle "blood taker" I have ever had. It didn't hurt and didn't mess my arm up! I found the office clean and orderly. read more

I went to Dr DiGioia for several years. What kept me coming back was that he was a good listener and, unlike other doctors, didn't push me to take medicine for a very mild condition of asthma. But I was always put off by the brusqueness of the front office staff and the untidiness of the examination rooms that struck me as borderline hygienic and professional. What finally made me decide to stop going to this doctor is that he suddenly became rude and snippy with me. The first time it happened, I let it go. When it happened a second time (he was very condescending, in response to a simple question of mine about the reasons for a condition, he said, "Well, we could sit here and speculate all day about the reasons for things..." - as if I was taking up his precious time) I decided I'd had enough of this rude person and his unseemly office. read more

Dr DiGioia is an excellent physician. He is knowledgeable, informative, and provides an incredible amount of good service in a tough, pressure-filled industry. He takes the time to understand problems, consider the options, and make good advice. He is great at explaining things in a way that are easy to understand, but also that don't sound over-simplified for someone with some understanding of medicine. I have been a patient of his for fourteen years, and have always been very pleased with he and his staff. His staff IS straightforward and blunt, but I respect that and think it's fantastic. I don't need my hand held or my head patted every time i blink. I have had absolutely zero problems with any staff members of his in fourteen years. Jenny has always been polite and helpful to me. She does things as they should and need to be done. Complaints about his staff are clearly coming from people with over-inflated expectations of what is appropriate and necessary. We get coddling from our mothers not from our physicians. I have always recommended Dr DiGioia to anyone who asks, and have even arranged for he and his staff to take care of my parents, who of course mean the most to me in the world. Clearly I believe him to be an excellent physician. read more

I would give negative stars if I could. I used to think he was wonderful but after the way he and his office treated me, I am sick that someone in the medical profession would be so unprofessional, callous, and rude. I called for a referral to see an ENT since my allergies are making me miserable. I gave them two and a half weeks to get the referral done. I called the day before to make sure, it was not done. I called to see what happened. They did not do it and did not call to let me know. He would not speak to me and insisted I come in. Had I known this two and a half weeks ago, I could have done it, certainly not the day of (by the time I found this out, it was 4:00 the day before). They did not give me any notice and I could not make a much needed appointment. His refusal to speak to me and fix a situation that was caused by their mishandling of the referral is unprofessional, not in the best interest of the patient and shows complete lack of accountability for their lack of action. Jenny, who works in the front office is rude and downright mean on the phone every time I speak with her. They should be ashamed and do not deserve to practice medicine. read more

My wife and I both have had a couple visits in the past year and don't have any complaints. He gives you some nice, simple tips for healthy living and (in my opinion) takes the time to listen to your complaints. He also agrees to take you for emergency visits if you don't have an appointment. I agree that the front office staff wasn't the most friendly I've ever encountered in my life, but I don't hold that against him. You could do a lot worse for a primary care physician. read more

I never did see Dr. DiGioia. I was so grossed out by the examining room they placed me in -- random stacks of books, dirty floor, bloody gauze in an overflowing garbage can a foot from my chair -- that I took off. The doctor might be OK, but his office, at least on the day I showed up, was unsanitary and disgusting. read more

I can't speak about Dr. Digioia - though I wish I could. Sadly, I never made it past the incompetent front desk staff to make my first appointment. The young woman who answered the phone (Her: "Doctor's office." Me: "Hi, I'm sorry. I didn't catch the name of the doctor?" Her: "Yea, doctor's office.") sounded offended that I called. If he tolerates that sort of thing in reception, I'll take my chances elsewhere. read more

I found Dr. Digioia to be a cranky, even angry, man. I went once and that was it. I need someone who is going to discuss matters at my level (I have a degree in physiology so I understand more than most) and not play the doctor power game. read more

Dr. Di Gioia is a bit of a jekyll and hyde. You never know which one you are going to get. Sometimes he's very attentive, kind, and thorough. Other times he's seems to be annoyed by your very presence, is abrupt, and rushes you through. Oh well...I have good days and bad days as well....just hope you get him on one of his good days. read more

Revelation to some there is no perfect doctor, medical billing is a nightmare wherever you go. Dr. DiGoia is what is left of the brilliant diagnosticians who actually care for the patient outwardly and inwardly. I have been a patient for over fifteen years. Trust his judgement and his intellect. You will be hard pressed to find a better man in DC. read more

Top rate doctor in terms of knowledge,the quality of referrals he makes, and his kind attention to patients. He can on the surface seem a bit intense, but you will come to appreciate that intensity - it is a sign of his excellence and clinical persistence. I've been with him for almost a decade, and he has literally saved my life. I can't understand any of the negative reviews; I'm assuming these come from people who really do not understand quality medical care, and are responding to some superficial aspect of his demeanor or the clinic. read more