The Best 18 MEDICAL SERVICES near Athens, TX (Part 2)

Wayne Echelmeyer Staff seems efficient and well organized.

Melanie West Highly recommend this clinic and all of the staff. We have used them on several occasions during our visit to Athens to include grooming, baths, vaccinations and one vet visit. Prices are reasonable and everyone is so kind. I felt very comfortable leaving my Aussies in their care.

Elizabeth Martin While visiting East Texas, our dog had an emergency. Veterinary Medical Center of Athens was open late and we received outstanding veterinary care! The customer service was top-notch, with amazing support from the reception staff, vet techs, and doctors. The facilities are modern, clean, and well-maintained. Highly recommend for exceptional care and service!"

Erin Mitchell My OB doctor was amazing and I would 110% recommend her and this place to anyone. Dr Davis is kind and caring and she listens. She delivered my baby with no problems and followed up with me quickly. Im so happy I chose her to be my doctor. If it wasnt for her I dont know if I would have successfully delivered my handsome son. The staff here is kind and accommodating once you get to know them. And the food here is actually really good for being hospital food.

Mavrick347 The doctor we saw about our daughter was rude and condescending.She would never let my wife explain our daughters condition and also kept contradicting herself.We are not looking forward to our next appointment, but we will update if it is better.I hope this is not an example of the whole organization.

Texas Lady He has been my doctor for many years. He is a very good doctor.

Stout Amber (Bam Stout) We live Dr. Mettetal. Hes been our doctor for almost four years and delivered two of my babies. Hes very honest with me yet very caring, respects my options and wishes, and has always been able to see us as needed. Ive never had a better doctor and Ive always had great dealings with all staff, nurses, reception, labs.

Kodi Carter ⚠️WORST DR. IVE EVER ENCOUNTERED! ⚠️ I cannot begin to tell you where he went wrong! This person treated me less than human while I was pregnant with my first child in 2009. I cannot believe he still has a license to practice!!! His bedside manner is horrific at best. He always chastised me for anything I did. When I had questions or concerns about my own body, he brushed them off. Or when I ended up in an ER over the weekend for severe vomiting for x2 days & inability to eat/ hold fluids, he LITERALLY chastised me for going to the ER and "wasting their time". I had gravidarum hyperemesis, and HE never diagnosed that. I had to leave that doctors office completely to get away from him! He is a monster and shouldnt be allowed to practice medicine, ESPECIALLY OBGYN!!! There are several others who had similar experiences. I only leave 1 star because I HAVE NO CHOICE or else its would be 0!!!!

Shanygne Gullickson Dr. Eldore delivered my last 3 children, one of whom I had to say goodbye to as soon as she was born. Today, my son turns 16, and as I think about his entry into the world, I swell w joy that Dr. Eldore and his staff were there for me. It was a beautiful experience, and I constantly felt cared for, as if I was his only patient. Even when we lost our daughter, his concern was pure, his care complete. His encouragement in our loss was such a blessing. I am forever thankful to have had him as my doctor during those years.

Marci Adams What should have been a 2-3 day hospital stay ended up taking my dad’s life! Dr. William Elfarr damaged my dad’s pancreas as well as his diaphragm while doing a nephrectomy. After spending 2 weeks in ICU at UT Athens which I would not take my dog to after the experience we had he ended up being transferred to UT Tyler where he ended up passing away from multiple complications due to Dr. Elfarr! I can’t stress enough do not send your loved ones to this doctor!!!!

aleta livingston Have been seeing Dr. Elfarr several months and have gotten no relieve. It all started about 3 years ago with random feeling like a UTI put is all ways negative. Not an all the time thing which I told them that. Have left several messages on My Chart and still no reply. It would be nice if he does not know what is causing the problem just say so dont keep giving pills or creams(pharmacy cant fill) some BS answer which is not what is causing the issue. Notes that he leaves is not even correct.

Katie Renberg The doctor literally prescribed me a steroid for my face that caused a whole new condition, when I told her what I thought I had, she brushed it off. I went to a specialist, and had what I told her I thought I had. You know what it’s caused by? Steroid use on the face. Also every single time I went I waited at least a full hour to be seen in the doctor’s room. Needless to say, I switched doctors.

Tracy Daugherty Had an urgent referral sent to Dr Garcia office it was received. I went to my first visit and was told I needed a ct done along with another test. That appointment was scheduled for four weeks later. I arrived for my appointment and was told I would have to have my ct done across the street at the hospital and to give them an hour to arrange it. After an hour I was told to give them till that afternoon, then told to give them till the next morning and days later I have yet to hear back from anyone. Being a new patient this is bad business. Not impressed by the front desk help at all!!

Laura Ballard I was scheduled for surgery on a Monday; Garcias office called me on the Friday before and said they cancelled by surgery. They refuse to use the correct coding on the hospital stay - apparently the code they want to use will get them more money than the one they should actually use. I did my research...it is not an insurance issue - it is their refusal to use the correct code. Im the one that suffers - I have to start all over with a new doctor. Very Disheartening.

Summer Hambleton Dr. Johnson is horrible, really question his credentials. My 72 year old mother had fell in October 2017 and had a lot of pain since. Dr Johnson finally did a CT scan, which she was told showed no injury, so she was then told she is a Dr. Shipper, she has been going to Dr. Johnson for years! She went to the ER last night and they did another CT scan which showed a Compression Fracture in her Veterbra. Why after months pain did not go away and is probably now worse. She needs surgery. Disgusted with the neglect of Dr. Johnson, state will hear about this! Avoid this inadequate Dr!

Xena Tucker My mom could’ve DIED because of this place, constantly she was always disregarded and told she was completely fine. They shot down all her questions and told her nothings wrong with her when there were obvious signs she wasn’t fine. They ignored her high blood pressure multiple times and i’m done with this place. my mom could’ve died, she had to go to a different doctor in Tyler to get any ounce of help (she has chronic kidney disease stage 3 that they refused to diagnose her with) thanks so much for helping her, not... Dr. Johnson should not be a doctor.

Athens TCP Took an application along with all necessary paperwork then was told I would be seen on a certain date and that everything was good. Received a phone call a week later with information that had nothing to do with the reason I applied and the administrator said they would not be able to help me any longer . I have received services before and never had this problem especially from an administrator

Kellie Murrell Very wonderful place to Health Care. Very friendly staff. If it wasn’t for this place I had no clue what I was gonna do. If I ever move back to the lake, I will be there again.!!!

Maricela Howard Dr. Karah Coker is awesome. I loved her from the first time I met her. She is personable, caring, takes her time to get to know you, expresses knowledge about you at every visit and doesn’t hesitate to lead you in the right direction to get your needs addressed. I have been with her for five years, first with UT Health and now with Christus Mother Frances Athens.

Dee Ann Edwards Dr. Coker is a terrible judgemental doctor who does not take proper care of her patients. She also lied right to the faces of myself and family. I would never recommend her to anyone. In fact, Id advise against using her. Drs are supposed to treat patients and make them feel better instead she would not treat what needed to be treated and you end up feeling worse instead of better which is the opposite of what a Dr. should do for her patients.

Destiny Boulter Had a wonderful experience even though I was very nervous. I was treated with respect and all of my questions were answered. The doctor described the procedure to me and helped me through it. They have a program for low income families so I left free of charge, and after will be charged $15 each visit for a year since I qualify. Lakeland Medical wanted to charge me $135 to be seen for birth control. They saved me that bill. Dr. Robbin Langston is amazing! Great people, highly recommended.

Victoria Matus I am not the one to ever do reviews...but I just had to with this clinic. I havent been to the doctor in years, so I came for a complete blood panel and pap smear. EVERYONE, from the staff, nurses and docs...in this clinic is so nice and makes you feel so welcome! I was very nervous being it was my first time in years, going to the do doctor, and I felt so comfortable from the time I walked in, to the time I walked out. They have such a good thing going here, and helping people with no insurance. I highly recommend this clinic!

Michelle Warner We absolutely love Christus, however, due to NP Tajan Hayter, we have decided to leave the Christus Clinic-Athens. Her callousness, disrespect and uncaring attitude, especially, towards my husband, have lead us too seek a PCP, elsewhere. Hopefully, she will think about how she treats patients and be in alignment with the core values of Christus.

Alyssa Bell I want to start off by saying the whole entire team is absolutely sweet, amazing, thoughtful, professional and kind. One of the beautiful ladies in the front got my newborn in asap due to health concerns. She went above and beyond to get us in and it was seriously life saving. I also want to say Haley Davis is the best pediatrician we have ever dealt with. She takes everything into consideration and concern when it comes to kids. She is very polite, respectful, professional and kind hearted. Anytime I have a question she messages me back that same day. Which as a mom is absolutely important and appreciated. I can’t thank this whole team enough.

Donna Clayton I was very pleased with the care I received at this Athens Facility. I was hesitant going in as I had heard bad reviews. The staff, doctor, nurses and everyone was knowledgeable kind and helpful. I would totally recommend anyone to seek treatment here I was happy to receive such a good quality of care.

Corliss Viator I was treated for an injury Saturday, November 9th. The nurses- Barbara, Margaret, and Leslie, could not have been kinder and given any more exceptional care than I received. Dr. Crutchfield was great and did a great job on my arm. Highly recommend this ER if you have a family emergency.

JoAnn Little I saw the Dr. very quickly after arrival. He was attentive to information I shared, physically evaluated my problem, and offered his opinion on treatment options. He will follow up on the option I chose. I was also pleased to be seen in Athens, and not having to make a special trip to Tyler.

Bob Wilson Dr. Swartwood and his staff have given me great care over the past 12 years. He has recommended excellent specialists when I have needed one for particular medical conditions. I have used other doctors in this clinic when Dr. Swartwood wasnt available. I have always have great experiences with all staff.

Chad Larkin All of the staff, nurses, doctors, and PA’s are amazing!! Always so helpful, listen, and will go above and beyond to help and do what is best for the patient!! I highly recommend them to anyone who wants top-notch care!! Dawn has been my PA for 4 years now and I could ask for anyone better!!

Dylan Scruggs Made an appointment for my grandmother who has a broken back. Went through the whole situation of getting her out of the house and into the car only to be told there was an issue with the insurance. Why was this not communicated with us prior? Now no one in town will see my grandma for the next two weeks and she will have to lay in pain with a broken back. Thanks for nothing

Joseph Black The doctor was great. He was patient, a listener and kind. All his staff and the CT Scan person, were very nice. Same for the personnel at the front desk. I would recommend Dr. Elfarr and this clinic for sure, if you need to see a Urologist.

Michael Burton Saw Dr Bright for kidney stones a week ago. He ordered a CT scan and it was scheduled for 2 pm today. Went for the scan and was told they cuod not do it because they needed blood work first. So I am still in pain. Dont understand why they didnt call me for the blood work. Guess I will have to go to Mother Francis.