Cardiology Associates's Online Review Report Card

I had a very poor assessment with Dr. Douglas. He had a preconceived notion about my medical needs and order 4 new medications (without any testing) and told me I had heart failure. Pursued a second opinion from a cardiologist outside Cardiology Associates. After stress test and echocardiogram, I was told I have no heart issues and was not ordered to take any new medication. Dr . Douglas was narcissistic and would not listen to my concerns. He diagnosed me without testing, and generally was dismissive of my questions. See Dr. Craig Peterson in Fairhope for a superior assessment and communication.

I usually have a great experience with this group, I see dr Dearing and his np Lauren, I have multiple heart issues. I had a heart pet scan Monday may 23, 2022, was told I would be called in 3 days to discuss the results , it is Friday and no word. I have left 4 messages, to no avail , also no follow-up visit scheduled. I understand their practice is very busy. But my heart health is important to me . So now I anxiously await results , I may never get . I hope in the future they value their patients well being more efficiently

Still waiting on the doctors notes from last year

Dr. Thornton saved my life the other night. I woke up with what felt like an elephant on my chest. Horrific pain that would not go away. After the slowest ambulance in history finally inched up my driveway, they got me to Thomas where the ER staff was literally miraculous. I had a 100% blockage of the LAD and only my wife's quick-thinking (and knowledge of where our very old bottle of nitroglycerin was) and their very fast turnaround saved my life. Protocol gives them 90 minutes from the door of the ER to the cath lab and they had me there in less than 40. I was literally dying and they saved me. I am so incredibly grateful. The last thing I remember is Dr. Thornton coming in and I was in excruciating pain. He assured me that all would be well. Next thing I know, I was awake and joking that he was getting a 5 star review on yelp. Thank God for Dr. Thornton and the amazing team at Thomas!

Dr. Robichaux is my cardiologist. He is very caring & professional in his care of his patients. I highly recommend Cardiology Associates!

Great doctors. Saved my life twice

I had to find a new cardiologist and I'm very impressed with the referral I got from my PCP. He sent me to Cardiology Associates and by the luck of the draw I got Karl V. Hakmiller, MD, FACP, FACC specializing in clinical & invasive cardiology who got his MD at Tufts AND he's a New England Patriots fan, how cool is that?! Trust me it's cool. They have got their in-house and online tech in order. You can request an appointment online and in the Access Patient Portal access you can request a prescription refill, submit questions and update information plus another portal for a quick and easy way to pay your bill online. It's pretty slick and works well, I like good tech.Recommend!

This is absolutely the worst medical organization I have ever come in contact with. When prompted by the pharmacy that I use, to have a prior authorization completed, so that my Tri Care for Life will cover the cost of the medicines that they prescribe, they never respond. I have seen these prior authorization forms and they are very easy to complete. One of these meds will cost me $1800 per month and the other $600. Try Care will charge me about $28 each...... Also, they are very lax to inform me of appointments... When I first started going there, I enrolled in their patient portal online, and it is totally useless..... I am really disappointed in something as important as this.....

Really enjoyed my first consultation. Was checked for Covid before entering the facility. Given an all clear bracket, then greeted by employee to assist me in registration. The staff was very polite, with a great sense of humor. Had to wait a little longer than usual, physician was called to hospital for an emergency, but doctor and staff waited with me after hours to ensure I was seen for my appointment. So far, as a new patient, I was very pleased with my visit. Dr. Bunch was very nice, great sense of humor, and bedside manner. Thank you each for a pleasant visit.

I would like to thank the staff of the stress lab in particular Jenny, Dottie and Olivia for their outstanding care and concern during my recent visit. They went above and beyond with concern and care in my distress. I greatly appreciate that, Great Job