Looking for a specialist...

The company basically sent us all there for a full physical. I think it costs about 1 $133 per person.

The upside is that everything moves incredibly fast—they’re polite (well, they have to be for that kind of money 😁)—and they actually take the time to talk to you. What I didn't love was how much they push extra services on you; at the end of the day, it’s a business first and a medical clinic second.

I actually ended up discovering huge cysts on my ovaries by total chance (they popped up within four months of my last ultrasound), and I wasn't thrilled when they tried to schedule a follow-up, especially since they weren't even sure what the game plan was for the cysts. 🙄 They were also debating whether they could even prescribe hormones while I'm on anticoagulants—since hormones are a massive no-go after a thrombosis 🙂, which I already knew—and so on. Basically, they seemed pretty shaky on the next steps, even if they were 100% certain about the routine tests.👎

I just gave them a polite thanks and booked a consultation with a surgical gynecologist at the public hospital instead. There is a world of difference between the expertise you find at a state hospital versus these private clinics. Private places just have expensive machines, whereas doctors at public hospitals have seen it all through much tougher hands-on experience.

Bottom line: if your employer is footing the bill for a checkup there, it’s worth it because you can get in and out in a few hours, and for this type of screening, it’s super convenient ("Sun"). But when things get serious, I'll stick with our specialists at the public hospitals.

Look, it’s decent because you can run all your tests incredibly fast and keep everything in one spot. Plus, they actually treat you like a human being—you feel like they’re actually giving you their time and attention for once.
On the flip side, don't go expecting miracles. You're seeing the exact same doctors you'd find at a public county hospital. The only real perk is that they have better tech, which honestly, every single hospital in this country should have by now.🤷
Regarding the cost, if someone is serious about getting checked out there, it’s worth grabbing a yearly private insurance plan. I did exactly that for $267 (though I think prices bumped up recently) to get a full physical. It covered all my lab work, an internist, a gynecologist, pelvic exams, abdominal ultrasounds, and most importantly for me, a breast ultrasound. I could never get that done at the public clinics because the waiting lists were absolutely insane.
Clinics like this are fine for routine checkups, but let’s be real: the actual solution should be upgrading our entire public healthcare system to this level. It’s just pathetic that women have to shell out for private clinics just because the local hospitals don't even carry 3D ultrasound machines.

I just went to the Sun clinic in San Francisco for a full physical and some other tests, and honestly? I can't recommend them enough. Even with the hour-and-a-half drive to get to San Francisco, it was totally worth it.
The whole ordeal—the entire checkup—actually took less time than if I had tried to squeeze in just one single appointment back in my hometown.
I walked into the clinic at 8:05 AM and was out the door by 9:50 AM.
Everyone there was super friendly, and booking the appointment was a total breeze.

Since I’m traveling anyway, I went ahead and booked a double appointment for myself and my mother for our next checkup. We're doing blood work and an ultrasound first thing at 8:00 AM, then we'll head into the city to hang out before heading back for our scheduled 12:00 PM slot.

Just went in for my checkup. The staff was super nice and all, but honestly... you aren't going to walk away with much intel just by chatting with the doctors. As for OBGYN? Total waste of time. It felt like they either don't actually know their stuff or they just can't be bothered to explain things unless they feel like being a saint every single second. I’ll probably stick to going there only when I need quick labs or bloodwork done, since they handle that fast enough.

Alright, I really need to get this off my chest and share it with you guys. So, back when I went in for a mole checkup over at the Mayo Clinic, the doctor told me I needed to schedule a dermatoscopy for sometime this spring—gave me a specific number to call to get it sorted. Here’s how the whole scheduling process went down:

Friday (01/16/2009) at 3:10 PM
Hey there! How's it going?
Hey there! How's it going?
Me: I'm looking to get a dermoscopy scheduled.
Look, seriously—can anyone tell me what time it actually is right now?!?
Me: 3:10 PM. Why though?
Seriously though—does anyone actually know what our hours are supposed to be anymore?
So, where am I even supposed to go to read that?
Seriously, has anyone actually seen an urgent care clinic open after 3 PM? Like, is that even a thing anymore? I feel like everywhere I look, they just shut their doors right when you actually need them.
So, when should I give them a call then?
The verdict is in: better get it done before the 1 p.m. deadline.
Thanks a bunch—catch ya later.

Monday (01/19/2009) at 9:20 AM
Hey there! How's it going?
Hey there! Good to see you.
Me: I'm looking to get a dermoscopy scheduled.
Man, that's a bummer. They only take appointments on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Thanks a million—catch ya later.

Tuesday (Jan 20, 2009) at 10:20 AM
Hey there! How's it going?
Hey there! How’s it going?
Me: I'm looking to get on the schedule for a dermatoscopy.
Heads up—looks like nobody's around right now. If you're trying to get an appointment on the books, you'll need to give them a ring after 1:00 PM.
Thanks a bunch—catch ya later.

Tuesday (01/20/2009) at 1:05 PM
Hey there! How's it going?
Hey there! How's it going?
Me: I'm looking to get a dermatoscopy appointment on the books.
The word is out: Sorry, but we aren't taking any more orders until January 28th! Just give us a ring once that date rolls around.
Thanks a ton—catch ya later.

Now my conscience won't leave me alone, so I figured I'd go ahead and put one more call out there.
Tuesday (01/20/2009) at 1:05 PM
Hey there! How's it going?
Hey there! How's it going?
Me: I'm looking to get on the schedule for a dermoscopy.
Heads up—you’ll actually have to show up in person if you want to place an order. They aren't taking calls anymore. Honestly, your best bet is just to swing by this Monday.
Wait, let me get this straight—you're telling me I actually have to show up in person just to book an appointment that isn't even happening for a few months?!?
The Headline: You actually have to show up in person just to book your first appointment!
Thanks a million—catch ya later.

I mean, honestly—who’s the crazy one here? If I actually pick up the phone and call them next week, what kind of nonsense am I even going to get from them?
Anyone else dealt with this before? Does anyone know where else I can go in Washington, D.C. to get a dermatoscopy done?

I'm looking for some intel on St. Jude over on Draškovićeva. I need some prosthetic work done—likely a bridge, probably ceramic—so I want to know if they actually deliver. I’m leaning toward them since they market themselves specifically as a "prosthetic clinic," but I'm open to suggestions. Does anyone have experience with other prosthodontists in Washington, D.C.? When you're dealing with prosthetics, there's no room for error. It has to look right and be built to last. I won't tolerate sloppy work.

Hey there!

I’ve finally decided to ditch my primary care doctor—honestly, her whole "you're young, so you're fine" attitude and general lack of interest is getting old fast.

Anyone got recommendations for a good GP on the West Side of NYC?

Thanks 👋

Hi there! If anyone could lend me a hand, I would be incredibly grateful!
Basically, I’m on the hunt for a really great, patient dentist... anywhere in NYC, honestly, location doesn't matter much to me.
I have this massive, paralyzing fear of dentists—the chairs, the clinical smells, the whole vibe—so I desperately need someone who is truly gentle and attentive.
It’s not that I want to make a big deal out of it, but I honestly find myself tearing up just standing outside the office door.
Back when I was just a kid, an absolute jerk of a dentist really put me through the wringer, and it left me with this phobia that has stuck with me my entire life.
If anyone has a recommendation they can swear by, please let me know.
Thanks so much!

Has anyone here actually dealt with her before, and if so, what was the vibe?

Like, does she actually provide solid psychotherapy, or is it just talk?

I’ve heard a million different things floating around about her, so I’m really just looking for some real-world experiences to make sense of it all.

Is there any dentist in Washington, D.C. who takes emergency walk-ins over the weekend? Need an answer ASAP...

Hey everyone! Can anyone point me toward a solid thyroid specialist in the NYC area?

So, I’ve got a quick question for you guys! In your honest opinion, what's the absolute best private clinic in Washington, D.C.? I'm looking for a place where they can run pretty much any kind of test or screening you might need. Thanks! 😉

silverotter70 said:Is there any dentist in Washington, D.C. who handles emergency appointments over the weekend? I need an answer ASAP...

Dr. Michael Filipcic at 01-369-2226.
He's located over by Peter in Brooklyn.

Highly recommended!

I'm wondering about the same thing.

Probably just doesn't have enough hype for everyone to flock there. Hmm.

I’m looking for a solid recommendation for a primary care physician at a clinic over in Brooklyn (near the park). Thanks in advance! 🙂

Hey, quick question... Has anyone here actually seen Dr. Solomon over at the Marulic clinic? I'm curious to hear what you thought of him and if you were happy with the care. 🙂
I'm currently on the hunt for a good gastroenterologist, so any insight helps...🤔

I’ve been hearing nothing but glowing reviews from pretty much everyone I talk to...
My father-in-law actually went in recently too, and man, he was beyond thrilled with how they handled everything and the whole vibe of the service... plus, let's be real, it didn't exactly kill him—apparently, the doctor has a real magic touch 😁

Fair enough... I know him personally, but I have zero clue how he is as a surgeon—I've never actually been in on an operation like that.
As a guy, though? He's awesome. Super polite, easy to talk to, and he'll walk you through everything so you can ask whatever you need... honestly, when it comes to that, he's 👍

shadowmason6 said:I've heard nothing but great things from several different people.
My father-in-law went recently and he was extremely happy with the care and service... plus, he wasn't even in much pain—apparently the doctor has a magic touch. 😁

Oh man, thank you so much! 😍
It’s incredibly tough to find any info on him. He isn't even mentioned anywhere else on the forums, and I'm seriously considering booking an appointment, so I'm just trying to check some reviews first. ☕

Timothy Murphy5 said:Man, thanks so much! 😍
It's seriously tough finding anything out about him, I mean, there isn't even a single mention of his name on any of the forums around here, and since I'm actually thinking about booking an appointment, I've been trying to dig up some kind of feedback...☕

You're totally right—there's basically nothing online or on the boards, but honestly, a good reputation travels fast enough even without the internet... 😁 Your best bet is just to give them a call first (if you can't find the number, shoot me a DM and I'll send it over) and then just get yourself in there as soon as possible if you need help.