Stopped in today to donate blood at one blood downtown Bradenton building walked in at 3:50 door…read morewas unlocked, but the receptionist told me that she could not take my blood today because it takes like 40 minutes and they would be closed. I'm not sure if she wanted to make sure she got off of work at 4 o'clock. But if they don't take you at 3:50 then they should lock the door earlier so you cannot enter the building. very disappointing.

I've been donating blood here for years. For a long time, I was a whole blood donor, but in the…read morepast 6 months or so, I switched to platelets. Reasoning is simple - when I donate whole blood, I am inactive for a week or more. Can't go on long runs, can't go to the gym. It exhausts me so quickly. That wasn't a problem in the past when I was fat and lazy. However, now that I am fat and active, I need quicker recovery. Platelet donation is awesome because recovery is really fast. While you can't do any exercise the day of the donation in order to let the hole in your arm heal, you can pretty much do anything the next day. All the red blood cells that are taken out to get at the platelets are pumped back in and so, you don't lose any of your little oxygen transportation boats. What? Isn't that what red blood cells are? Essentially, the oxygen shipping industry of the human body. Another plus is you can donate much more often - every week if you want but I think they prefer every 2 weeks. I might be making that up...assume I'm making that up. Anyway, the downside of platelet donation is the time. Depending on how many times you've donated, and how recently, the donation can take 2 hours or more (not including intake time). The more often you donate, the less you can donate each time, until you reach your maximum in a given period (I think it works out to 24 times per year, but again, don't quote me). Therefore, each subsequent donation takes less and less time. The Manatee Blood Center is a good one. All of the staff and technicians are very friendly and do everything they can to make your donation easy. The donation beds are very comfortable and for those of you doing long platelet donations, Netflix is available for your pleasure. They have snacks and beverages for you during or after your donation - cookies, chips, crackers, juice, soda, powerade, water, etc. I'm taking a star off for two reasons. One, the intake is probably the most painful part - it takes forever to get the donation started. From the time you walk in until the needle in your arm is easily 30 minutes - sometimes more if the platelet machine isn't ready. There's material to read, questions to answer, vitals to read, your arm to prep, etc etc. I know it's all necessary, but sometimes the staff setting you up for the donation seem to take their time - like you have all day. If I am going to be stuck there for 2 hours plus the 15-20 minute intake questionnaire, the least you could do is hurry up getting the donation started...within reason, of course. Don't accidentally stick the needle where it doesn't belong. Also, they have had some technicians in the past who aren't great at finding the vein. This is a rare problem, and was understandable when I was larger and covered in more layers of fat and rolls than I currently am. However, every now and again a tech will have trouble with my veins even now, and they shouldn't anymore. If you can see the vein without having to apply any pressure, then sticking it with a needle shouldn't be difficult. However, like I said, this is a rare problem, and although it does happen, that shouldn't make nervous donors avoid this center. They are mostly very good and chances are they won't cause you any discomfort. So, come on down and donate. The life you save could be a complete stranger.

OneBlood does a pretty good job with their blood mobile. The staff is pretty well trained and seem…read moreto know what they're doing. This was my second time giving blood with them. This most recent time, the check-in and administrivia process took quite a bit of time. A little over an hour before they actually stuck me. So, plan on an hour and a half if you'd like to donate. Still a very good thing to do.

I have donated a few times now in Florida, each time it's been in the bus, since they usually are…read morein different locations. This time I was looking for a specific time and saw this was close by, I was so impressed by the effectiveness of the staff, they were all very friendly. This donation location was so comfortable. I brought my own small blanket but I noticed they have some for the patients donating platelets, they also get their own tv to watch something since their donation takes over 2 hours. For blood donation there's comfortable seating and a tv to be distracted. After your donation you will get your goodie, and can take a snack. I definitely will be coming here from now on, such a more comfortable experience while donating.

I've had mixed experiences with the Big Red Bus. Some of the technicians are delightful, some OK,…read moreand some "just doing their job". The busses are always uncomfortable cold. My big complaint, though, is that they offer rewards for donating. The reward used to be a coupon for an Amazon gift card. Now one must create and account and login on their website to use the rewards. I donated on 11/29. It is now 12/8 and the rewards are not in my account. I've been dealing with customer service for a week, the issue has been escalated to no avail. Granted, donating blood is giving the gift of life and an altruistic thing to do. However, One Blood offers incentives, and since they do they need to figure out how to deliver those incentives. I don't need multiple blankets and tee shirts, I just want my Amazon credits.

Give the gift of life and take 30 minutes to donate blood when we you see this bus. The staff is…read morevery welcoming and friendly as you just open the door and walk on up and into the bus. Take a seat and fill out some paperwork, then they give you a iPad style tablet to answer several personal medical questions on, check your iron and blood pressure, and then a private consultation in the rear room of the bus, then you're ready to donate. If they can find a good vein and you have about 15 minutes extra to spare then you can give more blood. But just give anything you can as it may save someone else's life. The great staff help you through the entire process, and make sure you are qualified to give blood, based on your medical history, and if you've traveled to any possible infection zones around the world, received a new tattoo or piercing, and other personal questions like that. This bus was parked at the Winn-Dixie in Ruskin at 1023 North Tamiami Trail. But they move around and can be a variety of locations. The giant bright red bus is easy to spot. The employees make it as painless and quick as possible, and sometimes they even offer a $10 gift card for your donation of blood. Take some time and give some blood.

I had a mammogram yesterday and the entire experience was flawless, from the moment I walked in the…read moredoor till I got home and received a call from my PCP with my test results. Never have I received results in 90 minutes. The staff is lovely, organized and efficient. The equipment is very good. I would give 10 stars if I could. Thank you MDC You have a patient for life

No one ever likes getting poked or prodded but yearly screenings are essential for good health. I…read morehad skipped a year and a half because of Covid so I had to get some diagnostic testing done. I came here for a mammogram and a bone density test. I checked in and in no time I was called to go in. The technician was very knowledgeable, kind, and gentle. I finished with the first test they had me go for the second! I highly recommend Manatee Diagnostic Center and will happily go back for yearly screenings. The place is so clean and bright and the staff is outstanding. Going to a new place is a bit uncomfortable but they put me at ease and earned my trust with their expertise. 5 stars! 11/30/21

The staff is gentle and caring, knowing that the experience is weird. No tunnel. It is open. Sort…read moreof like being a slice of cheese on sourdough bread. They give you noise blocking headphones, super cool black slacks, remind you to use restroom, a ball to squeeze for aid. There is a mic and a speaker for them to ask how you're doing. Probably a video camera too. Co pay was $230. Took 45 from check in. No extra waiting.

A comfortable experience, very efficient, and a caring staff…read more Daniella my MRI tech was very calming and made the MRI experience a positive one. I highly recommend her and the office in Sarasota.

Terry who did my MRI of my back was EXCELLENT! I would not have been able to proceed without his…read morepatience and calm demeanor. I am EXTREMELY claustrophobic and with his knowledge and kindness I was able to complete it. I only have had one other MRI and that was of my ankle and I completely freaked out and my whole body wasn't even in the machine. Terry managed to get me in there and calmly talked me through it. THANK YOU!

I received an email regarding an appt in 2 days. Woke up at 5:30AM to drive 1 hr to make appt. When…read morei arrived the lady said I was not on the schedule but was waitlisted. Never received a call to tell me that. Also was told that I was required to fast for 4 hrs prior. Never received that information. She said that there was a call to me- but no answer. THey had the wrong number so naturally I never received. Very poor set up and lack of communication.