Dr. Thomas Artim, Dr. Steven Becker, and M. Patricia Whistler (Family Nurse Practitioner) work out…read moreof Cleveland Hill Medical Group. I first encountered their office when I had to get a physical for my new job about 9 years ago with Dr. Artim. Being new to the area and on my own insurance for the first time, I needed a doctor. I was able to join with Dr. Becker as a new patient as the office left a good impression. I mainly see Trisha Whistler, the NP for all my checkups, etc and I have also been able to see Dr. Artim when needed. I've actually only seen Dr. Becker once or twice for a call in appointment.
I find everyone there super friendly and easy to work with, be it scheduling appointments, checking in/getting info, and the nurses who do the initial visits. It isn't the most modern looking place, but the staff is very well informed. Records on computer, super fast electronic prescription sent to my pharmacy, etc. They have an online portal through their website now too. They have given me good informal referrals for specialty doctors, have kept up on my immunizations, and in general, I feel the practice is just well run.
They do not have super extended hours (7:30/9 to 4/5 depending on the day, and alternating Saturday mornings), but I have always been able to get in the same day if I call with a problem that I might need a prescription for (e.g. ear or sinus infection, etc) and they squeeze me in before closing. A nurse always calls back within an hour or so. I have never had to rely on going to an Immediate Care place instead of them, and you don't have to make a general appointment 3 months in advance. I don't get sick much or have any chronic conditions, but for general practitioner need, they totally fit the bill for me.
The only slightly poor experience I have had was with Dr. Becker who's bedside manner was a little brusk when I came in with a mysteriously spreading rash on my arm, but I almost always see Trisha and she is excellent. Dr Artim is very nice too. Also, when you call after hours, they can connect you to an answering service if you have a problem and need to speak to a doctor, but there is no general voicemail available if you needed to leave a message about canceling an appointment/needing a refill.