Amy Kowalski is my all-time favorite health specialist. She is literally incredible on every level…read more She feels like a sister that cares so much about your well being but is totally cool not hearing from you except when you need her. Lol. I'm 43 and have dealt with chronic illness for many years. I'm pretty much a Subject Matter Expert on being a patient as I've seen so many doctors and practitioners. 2.5 years ago I moved to Austin and just happened to choose IFH to get started with a doctor in my new city. Today I sit here in the office waiting for an appointment to see Amy and I think about how lucky I was 2.5 years ago...and I just hope she never leaves. Also it's because of her that I FINALLY got diagnosed with a rare sleeping disorder after almost a decade of suffering and seeing specialists. She listened and was constantly in a diagnostic mind frame with me. I can't recommend her enough.

I've been a patient here for 10 years and I'll be seeking a new PCP after my last visit. I…read moretypically see Amy, though had Dr. Guerra for one visit. They are both pleasant with good bedside manner, and the care is fine. However, I can no longer tolerate the billing practices. If you go for an annual wellness visit, you WILL be charged for numerous assessments that were not performed, or for a higher level of care than what was actually provided (in other words, upcharging). I used to overlook this because I had great insurance and it would usually be a $25 copay. Now that I have a high-deductible plan, I refuse to pay over $200 for an annual wellness visit that did not have any diagnostic elements. At my last visit, charges included: -99396 Established patient periodic preventive medicine examination age 40-64 years (yes, this is legitimate) -99214 Established patient office or other outpatient, visit (This is an upcharge. I did not discuss ANY topics besides immunizations, cancer screening, and contraception. These are all components of a wellness visit. A provider cannot charge for both of these visit types) -96127 Brief emotional or behavioral assessment (This charge was for a standard mental health assessment that is considered preventative screening. If you fill out a PHQ-9 and GAD-7 at check-in, they will charge you for it without telling you. You will not be given the option to decline these forms.) -99497 Advance care planning by the physician or other qualified health care professional (This is a flat-out lie. There was absolutely no discussion of advanced directives at my visit.) Lab assessments - Amy ordered a slew of expensive hormonal tests without my consent, and now I'm on the hook to pay Quest. I didn't discuss any concerns that would necessitate a hormone work-up. I have contested the bill with my insurance company. Honestly I am not sure how Inspire stays in business because the billing practices are so blatantly fraudulent.

I will forever refer people to Ally for emergency medical care! It's so much better than urgent…read morecare. Not only do they have imaging like CT scans, but they also have fantastic staff. Everyone from the front desk to the imaging area was so kind, helpful and knowledgeable. The nurses were thorough, professional, and caring. The radiology tech was one of the nicest people I've met in a minute! The doctor actually spoke to me like a real person. This was in stark contrast to the CareNow clinic I visited earlier in the day wherein the doc stared at his computer screen as he typed the whole time he was in the room with me. At Ally, the doc had a conversation and let me have a voice in my care plan. She actually seemed like she cared about what was going on with me even though we didn't really figure it out. She made she I was safe to go about life and try to figure it out with my pcp, which was all I needed. I had seen the Ally logo around but didn't know what it was. Now I know they are my emergency medicine ally! Hope I don't have to go back, but know I'll choose Ally over anywhere else if I do.

I wanted to follow up. My son is back at work after the emergency surgery. Again, I can't express…read morehow important the visit to Ally turned out to be for my family.

Thu, Carolyn and Zoe were so helpful. Dr Villarreal as well. I had a very complicated surgery…read moreyesterday and they all did everything possible to make me feel better.

I went to St. David Surgical Hospital in Round Rock today for the first time. I was getting an…read moreinjection in my back. I will say, they spared no money in this building. When you walk in to register there is a huge lobby area, very nicely decorated, where you can sit and wait. We found a parking spot out front but if there are none available you can drive around back to the parking garage and both are free. After about a five minute wait, they came to get me and take me back and everything looked very neat and clean in the rooms. I will say that my injection was about 45 minutes late but I think that's more on the doctor than the surgical center. The nurses and the rest of the staff were all very friendly and joked around with me, which makes the experience that much better. Overall, I think that facility is very nice and I would not hesitate to go there again for any type of procedure!

I've never stayed here as a patient, but can confirm -- the cafeteria food is pretty good! I've had…read morefamily members be hospitalized here both in the med center and the rehab across the turnaround entrance, and when I come to visit I sometimes pop into the cafeteria to get something before going to see them. They have several parking garages that offer short term parking for free (like 30 min or less), but otherwise unless you have validation, you do have to pay. The spots are kind of small and so are the signs in the parking garage, so pay close attention to make sure you're driving in the right place. Overall though, this is a pretty good med center in my opinion that offers most of the major medical subspecialties you may need for your care. The inpatient rehab is also one of the best in Austin, and they are one of the only facilities that offers a driving test if there's a medical concern for someone's safety re: driving (e.g. in a patient with cognitive impairment/early dementia).

It was the closest near me and the emergency room was a good experience. The guy behind the counter…read morechecked me in quickly and within 10 mins my name got called. Adriane was my first point of contact and he was great through the whole process! These things do take awhile and a lot of people coming. My main doctor was awesome I think her name was Lidnsey but I wish I could make her my primary care doctor she was Amazing.

Excellent Care. Dr. Maldonato listens and has been my Doctor…read morefor many years. Good experience with Physician Assistant. Took 45 minutes to listen and provide medical guidance.

Too many doctors see themselves above human error. My primary doctor had retired and I had to…read moreschedule my annual wellness exam with a new doctor. Dr Harris was taking new patients so I scheduled with a clear understanding that I was coming for an annual wellness exam covered by Medicare. Unfortunately my appointment was during the flooding in the Austin area, with low water crossings closed prior to public road closings were updated. My travel to the clinic took 90 minutes that is typically 50 minutes. I checked in to the front desk 17 minutes late and Dr Harris made the decision to turn me away regardless of the 3 hour round trip I had just made, white knuckling it all the way. Since I didn't know her, I gave her the benefit of the doubt and rescheduled for the following day. Storms still prevailed but I took alternative routes and arrived 20 minutes before my appointment. Upon checkin I was told this annual physical would not be covered by Medicare. And was given a spread sheet that required fasting for the blood test, another request I made in advance to have before the exam, only to be told she doesn't do that with new patients, requiring a followup visit - I'm guessing for additional costs tacked on to the initial visit. She finally showed up to my room 30 minutes after the office visit was scheduled. This was our first introduction and I knew just by her appearance she was not in good physical health based on her obesity. I proceeded to share with her the appointment confusion over an annual wellness exam that clearly is covered by Medicare and the $215 costs now being required not to mention the return for labs. Then I showed her pictures of my previous days travel showing her the closed water crossings from the morning before, and the 17 minute delay. At that moment I was prepared to leave without an exam based on her 30 minute late entry to my 2nd appointment! I'm done with this "God" mentality in the medical industry and how rules apply to clients but not held by the same doctors that set these rules. And one more point...if you are in the medical industry, especially primary care, you should practice and look the part. One of the questions I was going to ask was her knowledge of nutrition, supplements and peptides along with HRT. I got my answer when the fat Dr Harris walked into my room. Do better.

Dr. Alberda has been truly devoted to my health care, he is not rushed and listens to me. I feel we…read morework as a wonderful team. I am a physician myself and can very much appreciate the quality of his care. Also, his warmth, friendliness, and humor are a treat to experience. Re. his staff, I have always experienced them as friendly, supportive, and knowledgable.

I love seeing Dr. Alberda. He has a great sense of humor, is extremely kind, and also knowledgeable…read moreand thorough. He is reassuring, while still taking my health issues seriously.

I've had some good doctors over the years, but Dr. Prajapati stands out as one of the best. She is…read morehighly intelligent, and she stays up-to-date on the latest studies in the medical field. I'm always impressed by how effortlessly she can answer any of the questions I have about health. She's also very down-to-earth and friendly. That's not necessary a quality I require an MD, but it's nice to have a GP who I feel comfortable talking to about whatever health challenges I face.

Dr. Prajapati is great. Very helpful and kind. I would strongly recommend herread more

The doctors and staff nurses and front desk staff are the best I have been coming here for over 9…read moreyears with Baylor and they are so amazing and supportive I couldn't ask for a better doctor Dr A is the best and me and my family come here and will never change thanks Dr. A and staff for all your help we live yall

Two complaints about Dr. Akhil Kumar Agarwal in Austin, Texas. I was 3 minutes late for an…read moreappointment. After filling out paperwork for 10 minutes he cancelled my appointment because I was late. I guess his time is more important than mine since I've waited more than 15 minutes for him in the past. 2) He cancelled a refill of medication I desperately needed without telling me because a computer database showed that I picked it up. I hadn't. When I suggested that he could have asked me if I had picked it up (and then confirmed it with the pharmacy), he offered no apology. He said it was the pharmacy's fault, not his. He also insisted I call him "doctor" after I addressed him by his first name as if he's above me.