Horrible staff service. I came here to give plasma because I need help to pay for school. I…read morementioned I took Adipex before and mind you it's been since 2020 since I took it. They tell me I can't give plasma until I get a paper filled out. I asked if the place doesn't fill it out since it's been so long then what's next? The girl told me that I must be doing illegal drugs then if I don't want to get it filled out! Like wtf! Like maybe they have a whole bunch of crack heads that go here or something but I need this money for school and Anyways how the fuck will somebody just straight judge you when they don't even know any of the facts to why I came Here! Their videos are always saying they need plasma to help people but obviously they don't need it that bad.. but I get the paper filled out and the place faxed it over and I called Biomat and they said they did not get the fax. I go back to the Aspen clinic to get the paper I dropped off and I return the paper in hand and they had the nerve to tell me they can't take it from me that it has to be faxed. Like why?! I have the damn doctors signature on it and they can literally call them if they think it was messed with. Worst experience ever. Even more, when I came here the first time a manager that was doing my head to toe check off told me if I refer somebody I get another $100 added to my card. I had 2 people go in to refer my name and when I asked them where is my referral money they tell me that I don't get it!! Like wtf so who took my referral money because it wasn't given to me. This place is straight a joke

I really hope that your operation Praises their associates that do their job well and genuinely…read morecare about the donors. Today, I would like to recognize the 3 individuals that I had the pleasure of coming in contact with on my visit. I want to Thank each of them, and hope that they get recognized in front of their peers. 1st- The nurse, very polite kind and considerate, I wish I had gotten her name. Thank you 2nd- THE Vitals check in associates (I can't recall her name) she was in booth #2. Very friendly, caring and compassionate about her profession. Thank you And they say that you save the BEST for Last. 3rd- Ms. Bri, my phlebotomy technician. One of the Kindest, Caring, Genuine, Knowledgeable and Compassionate staff member that I have had the pleasure to meet today. Although I was unable to donate due to my veins, she absolutely made me feel awesome. Bri, I personally want to thank you for not making me feel like just a number or another donor, you made me feel like a person, a friend, a human being. Thank you so much for your sincere kindness. I appreciate you for that. Please recognize each of these staff members.

The good is in helping someone and getting paid for it. The bad is a few bad people that work…read morethere. It's just 3 phlebotomist. They are very unprofessional, I referred to them as the Three Stooges.

Still donating 2 years later and very happy with the staff, cleanliness, care, and efficiency here!…read more Donating plasma varies on time as some days/times are busier with lines, but for me, I'm lucky in that normally it takes under an hour from when I walk in till when I walk out. The BioLife app is so easy to use. That's where you schedule your first appointment and then schedule/modify all your appointments. My only complaint is that tracking your debit card spending is not easy through the app. Not the employees' fault of course though, so still 5 stars.

I will never be returning to this establishment to give plasma. Staff were incredibly rude, wait…read moretime was horrendous, and nothing about the building felt inviting. I had an appointment after work, and it took four hours to start the physical. Just for them to tell me that I cannot donate because I don't have two viable veins. I left at 9:15PM. None of the staff apologized for the wait time or inconvenience, and instead blamed my issue on dehydration. Actually incompetent to schedule a customer load you cannot handle.

With a critical shortage of blood seemingly looming all around us, I try to give as much as I am…read moreable to. Due to some health reasons, I had to take a hiatus from donating, so they respectfully suspended my contact information during that time. Upon being cleared to give again, they provided information on how to reactivate it. I have always been treated with respect and care by Vitalant staff. I have gone to the location to give several times, and absent one experience, I have always found the staff professional and easy to work with. My negative experience was surrounding a manager scolding an employee for a brief error, and the scolding was in front of me, thus causing the phlebotomist to be a little flustered. I was contacted and informed her of my view that this was unprofessional and disruptive, and she simply did not care. But aside from that one person, everyone else has been a joy to work with. Currently, due to a probable computer overheating issue, the building is closed because of a fire. Thankfully it was seen and no blood was lost. They are operating outside and in their mobile units. Most recently, i gave in one of their busses at work. Staff was easily able to handle the fluctuation of people, explained what they needed, the sticks were painless, and we were in and out with no issue. Please, if you are able to, be a donor. Some blood types have only a 1 day supply on the shelves... give life!

They just got a new system where you do your health review online before you come to save you some…read moretime while you're there. So that's helpful. The staff is friendly and informative but they seem to not have a handle on others time. I usually go on my lunch break but they go slow and I have to wait 30 min after my appointment time before they called my name but at that point I had to leave because I would be late for work. So nice clean people but I have to go back to work!

When I lost my job and needed money fast I was nervous to donate plasma but I had a good experience…read morehere. People are nice. Takes a few hours to onboard but after that the initial donation takes about 45 min, an hour if you're not hydrated enough. The more hydrated you are the quicker the process. You get more money the more you weigh so it's nice to finally be a big girl somewhere. Some people I've met say they feel bad afterward, I never have but I eat and drink water before and after. It's usually cold so wear jeans. Of course during the day it's not as busy as after five, but they literally stay open to clients up until 6:59pm so they pretty much expect people to show up until that time. You can go up to twice a week with one day in between. I don't recommend walking there or like exercising before hand because if your heart rate is too high they won't take you. But you do have the option to rest for 15 min to see if it goes down. They even have a bus stop right in front of the complex. If you donate enough to receive 600 or more those don need to be counted as income on your taxes so remember that. Great option if you want free money for having plasma. Can't donate if you have seizures, on certain medication or have recently lived with someone with hepatitis c.

If u need a quick $100 in less than 3 hrs!…read more Very easy & helpful ! Plus you can go twice a week!

Best place to sell off excess red fluids you aren't using. Amazing ladies that really know their…read moreway around a needle. Neasy is like the best by the way. 10/10 would get stuck again!

Slowly getting better. They're getting new phlebotomists who are nice and can stick. Still kinda…read moreslow and not very beneficial for express pass clients as it was in the past but hopefully it will get better. I like the manager.

Friendly and caring staff. I was able to be worked in quickly for donating blood. Helping save…read morelives!

From the owner: The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System is a leading health care innovator in…read moreLouisiana and Mississippi. We bring together outstanding clinicians, the most advanced technology and leading research to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality and safest care possible. Since our founding in 1911, we have been blessed by the guidance of the Franciscan Sisters. Through their guidance and steadfast example, we have committed to assure that we perpetuate their healing ministry for another hundred years. It is a noble purpose we strive to fulfill every day. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, we serve patients through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information systems.

I've been donating pretty regularly since I was 16. First in Canada, and then in Indiana via the…read moreRed Cross. When I moved here back in 2008, I was surprised to find that the Red Cross wasn't the go-to for blood donations, so I started looking around. The Blood Center and Ochnser are the places you can donate, and I have gone through periods of donating to both. I find that TBC has a slight edge (in my opinion) because of the ease of scheduling donations online and giving you cholesterol results. This location is in a strip mall in Metairie, but it is easy to find, and the staff is always efficient, accommodating, and friendly. I have brought my daughter with me on a couple of occasions and they don't mind if she hangs out quietly in the waiting area. While I don't partake in the post-donation snacks, they have a good selection of both sweet and salty things for those who may need a little bite to eat. Of course, if you are eligible and choose to donate, thank you for doing so, regardless of where you do it. If you are reading this and looking for a donation location, this Blood Center location is a great choice!

Absolutely awful experience!! They left the tourniquet on…read moremy child's arm for the entire donation, and then argued with me when I told him if that was not appropriate. Two weeks later, my daughters arm is still black and blue and swollen and when I called, they continue to stand by the fact that you do leave the tourniquet on the entire time of the donation. My child has numbness in her hand now, and the vein is blown out, proceed with caution if you go here. Absolutely inexcusable!

Wonderful doctor, the best! Have not found a replacement for this top allergist! So terribly sad he…read moreno longer practices.

Today we met MIA. My son was scheduled for an allergy prick test. He was terrified to give…read moreblood. Mia was amazing. She let him have his moment of denial and then talked him through the entire process on his level. She was so patient and kind. Never did she get frustrated with him or the fact that he was scared. He left smiling. When we got in the car he said, "she was the best". Thank you Mia for being so patient in such an impatient world. Jamie and Landon