Alkesh D Patel, MD

Alkesh D Patel, MD
Family Health Center 10632 Little Patuxent Parkway Suite 111 Columbia, MD 21044
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(40 Reviews)
Service
4.5 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
4.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
4 star average for Staff
Recommended
4.5 star average for Recommended
Value
3.5 star average for Value
I visited Dr. Patel one time several years ago, and he was very personable; however, this past year, another patient scheduled an appointment with Dr. Patel on my behalf. Their intentions were good, but I did not ask them to schedule an appointment for me. Well the good intentioned individual forgot to tell me that they scheduled an appointment for me. So I was not aware of this appointment. Since I had not visited Dr. Patel in quite a while - all of my contact information had changed. So of course, no one called/emailed me to inform me that I had an appointment. I found out that I had an appointment because I received a $50 bill for a missed appointment fee! I sent his office an email explaining the situation - and this only resulted in them emailing the bill to me almost every month! I finally broke down and paid them - however I feel this practice was unprofessional and unethical. I did not schedule the appointment. No one contacted me to tell me I had an appointment. They should not allow other patients to schedule appointments on behalf of others unless the patient is a minor or has a legal guardian - and I do not fall under either category! I will never schedule another visit with Dr. Patel's office and will tell others of this unethical practice.
by Tamara Broady xxx.xxx.65.11
December 11, 2015
Was this doctor friendly?
Extremely Friendly
Did this doctor answer all of your questions?
Yes
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Yes
Was this doctor's staff friendly?
Yes
Did you feel like this provider's office was sufficiently staffed?
Mostly
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.242.87
August 22, 2014
Would you recommend this family doctor to others?
Yes
Was this family doctor's staff friendly?
Yes
Does this family doctor use current and safe equipment?
Yes
Does this provider remember you by name?
Always
Was this family doctor friendly?
Extremely Friendly
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.14.7
February 18, 2014
Is this provider willing to pursue advice from other providers when necessary?
Yes, they were willing to ask for advice when necessary
Did this provider's staff seem to respect him/her?
Kind of, but not very much
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.69.90
July 13, 2013
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Yes
Were you able to relax during your appointment?
Yes
Did you experience unnecessary pain during your visit?
No
Did this provider rush your appointment?
No
Did you spend a lot of time in the waiting room at this provider's office?
No, my appointment started at the scheduled time
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.235.52
July 03, 2013
I love how much attention to detail they show. They are always so careful and meticulous. I never have to worry about them making a mistake or forgetting something. You could tell they really made an effort to accommodate people with all different needs. Not only were they able to provide everything they promised me, they went above and beyond and exceeded my expectations. They've stayed open past their closing times many times when I've needed help. They've never turned me away when I've needed them. I didn't experience any unnecessary pain during my visit, and I was amazed at how much better I felt after I left.
by Linda Mc xxx.xxx.163.12
December 19, 2012
Hes very down to earth and hilarious which helps the visit move along smoothly.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.117.101
September 13, 2012
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Every question I had was answered thoroughly
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Yes, they went above and beyond
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Fairly Easy
Are you going to visit this provider again?
Without a doubt!
by noel xxx.xxx.34.2
August 15, 2012
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Not Really
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
No, I felt confused and uneasy when I left
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Fairly Easy
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.246.238
April 20, 2012
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Yes
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Friendly Enough
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
No, I felt confused and uneasy when I left
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.74.72
March 16, 2012
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