Do you accept new patients? Yes.

What is the waiting time for the first visit?

One to two weeks if it is a routine visit, one to three days if urgent.

What is the waiting time for established patients?

Same day usually in emergency.

How long do I have to wait to refill my medications?

Please call 2-3 days before you run out, on regular weekdays we fax refills to local pharmacies by 5:00 pm, but on days when the office is closed please try not to call for refills unless it is an emergency.

We have to see you at the office at least twice a year to be able to call in your prescriptions, please understand that this is your best interest. We do not refill prescriptions for patients who are not established with us.

Does the doctor do PAP tests?

Yes routine PAP tests are done in the office, please mention it when you schedule a visit, so we can reserve enough time for you.

How long is a visit?

First visit is usually 30-45 minutes long, follow ups and interim visits are 15 minutes, physical exams are30-45 minutes, but the doctor will spend longer time with you if the problem is more complicated. Please tell the receptionist, when you schedule your appointment, if you want to discuss multiple, or complicated issues to set up enough time for you. Sometimes we have to do more then one visit to take care all of the problems.

What is the difference between a physical exam and a visit?

Physical exam done on asymptomatic patients regularly, usually annually. They are mainly relevant, preventive procedures. Please note that not every Health Plan, Insurance covers physicals. Visits are procedures, when patients have complaints or conditions, requiring evaluation and management.