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Originally Posted by dkhazelip

Thanks to everyone for their information. It was very helpful, we did use the UC at Lake Sumter. Thanks again

Glad you got care and I hope it was to your satisfaction. Also hope that all is well with your wife.

[jakejake]

I have gone to two different ones and much prefer the one in Lake Sumter Landing - the one in Southern Trace on 466 was horrible - have not been to others

[NotGolfer]

We've used Paramount a number of times....all times were good for what we needed. During the flu season, I'd suspect that most of these would be busy. I've heard both good and bad things about the one on Old Camp Rd. My spouse goes to their clinic for his medical needs. They have been lax in getting faxes sent to the pharmacy for medications. The most recent time they blamed it on "communication" issues w/in the office. (??????) I don't buy it as the pharmacy faxed them back asking for the RX when it hadn't arrived. Still didn't get it sent to the pharmacy. Had to personally go in and talk to them. NOT too professional!!

[kate5340]

Husband and I both went to Paramount on 466 and had an excellent experience. Quick, efficient, professional run office.

[queasy27]

I went to Exceptional Urgent Care (exceptionalurgentcare.com) on County Road 101 last week and had a horrible experience. The facilities were tidy and clean and there was only a short wait, but I think that was only because people are familiar with the place and avoid it. The doctor I saw, John Im, is an osteopath, not an MD. That may or may not make a difference to people, but I do think they should tell patients up front.

The entire staff, from reception to nursing to Dr. Im, were rushed and rude. I don't think one person ever looked me in the eye or acknowledged me as a person -- just another body to push through the chute. They didn't bother giving me a hospital gown, even when taking an x-ray of my lungs.

When I was there, Dr. Im took 15 seconds to look in one ear and down my throat, then listened to my lungs for two breaths before saying, "Your physical exam looks good." Wow, impressive diagnostics, there.

After telling me that my blood work and x-rays were normal, Dr. Im gave me a prescription for some cough syrup. Later when I went to pharmacy I found out he had also called in -- without telling me -- prescriptions for an antibiotic and powerful steriod medication. I have no idea what they're for or why I'm supposed to take them since everything was "normal." Bah.

Also to be noted is that the entire office is aggressively Christian. There are Bible verses on the walls in the waiting room, no readiing material except Bible tracts, and a constant loop of Christian music and Bible verses on alL TV monitors, even in the exam rooms. People's mileage may vary, but it could be an oppressive experience for some.

[gomoho]

Wow queasy27 that sounds like an awful experience. I wonder if you are aware an osteopath actually has more training than an MD. Their practice includes treating body, mind and spirit not just the body.

[PennBF]

We really like the Urgent Care at Lake Sumter !! We have used them for a few years and the quality of care and knowledge is outstanding.

[JC and John]

Originally Posted by kate5340

Husband and I both went to Paramount on 466 and had an excellent experience. Quick, efficient, professional run office.

Went to Paramount last week and I agree with this poster. Had the cough and severe sore throat that seems to be going around. In and out in an hour with antibiotic in hand. I only paid $10 for the pills, but who knows what they will charge my insurance co. At least, I didn't have to go to a pharmacy somewhere to get the meds!