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Dr. Higgins was kind and explained things very well. We had a great experience.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 23, 2024</p> <p>The doctor gave clear and concise instructions to my teen which my child appreciated and this was more likely to follow instructions. Perfect patient/doctor relationship. Mom approved.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 10, 2024</p> <p>Great</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">October 02, 2024</p> <p>Front desk staff was very nice and professional.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 28, 2024</p> <p>Everyone that attend [...] were very nice people</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 28, 2024</p> <p>Am very satisfied with the attention they gave us</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 27, 2024</p> <p>Everyone we came into contact with was exceptional!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 19, 2024</p> <p>I glad with the information we got .</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 19, 2024</p> <p>I was very happy with the doctor my grandson was relieved that he can get better.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 13, 2024</p> <p>Everything went well. The staff understands my sons conditions. Show great support to the entire family not just the patient. My son has a [...] sister that has accompanied us and she thinks Dr. Higgins and staff are very good as well.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">September 13, 2024</p> <p>My son loves Dr. Higgins. Dr. Higgins has always showed great expertise and care with him. Understands his other medical issues and instructs my son on what he needs to do on my sons level. Dr. Higgins is very thorough. Explains to me very well what to do. The nurses and staff are awesome! They provide great support and care. Wouldn't change anything. High compliments for everyone's professionalism, care and knowledge.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 30, 2024</p> <p>Small to no wait time. Dr Higgins was prepared and answered questions and showed empathy when my kiddo showed fear and then relief with good results</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 18, 2024</p> <p>Appreciated Dr Higgins and his interpretation of the teenage language as well as the way he involved my daughter in dialogue about her health.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 15, 2024</p> <p>The whole practice was wonderful.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 15, 2024</p> <p>My child was nervous about putting a gown on and the guy was super patient with her.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">August 13, 2024</p> <p>Dr Higgins is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to,great bedside manner.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 26, 2024</p> <p>Being 16 my child was still terrified of going to doctor and the unknown. But Dr. Higgins was so relaxed and easy to talk to he quickly eased her fears.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 18, 2024</p> <p>The nurse and Dr, were VERY nice and listed to exactly what I was talking about concerning my daughter. The Dr was typing everything I was talking about into her chart information, the reasons we were seeing the Specialist Dr. The checkin staff was very nice, very quick and thorough, smiling and made my anxiety about seeing a specialist diminish.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 11, 2024</p> <p>Great visit.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">July 11, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Higgins is very caring and very nice. Easy to talk to.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 22, 2024</p> <p>Very professional and informative on my son's condition.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 07, 2024</p> <p>Had a great experience, Dr explained everything and eased our concerns.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">June 05, 2024</p> <p>Dr Higgins and his staff are the best! Welcoming & great people.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">May 24, 2024</p> <p>The appointment was thorough and didn't seem rushed. Dr. Higgins took the time and listened.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">May 18, 2024</p> <p>Amazing physician and staff</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">May 10, 2024</p> <p>I really liked the doctor we seen he was super nice and made sure we knew everything. Loved the lady that checked us in she was very sweet.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">May 01, 2024</p> <p>It was all good. We were impressed.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 25, 2024</p> <p>All staff was friendly and helpful.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 14, 2024</p> <p>Everything was good about the appointment</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 12, 2024</p> <p>My daughter loves Dr Higgins, she said he is the best doctor ever!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">April 10, 2024</p> <p>Dr Higgins was very good in making my son feel comfortable in a uncomfortable situation</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 26, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Higgins has been an incredible resource for our family. He consistently goes above and beyond to take care of our daughter. I wish all doctors were even half as attentive as he is. We're beyond grateful for him and his team.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 05, 2024</p> <p>My son experience was beyond my belief. Wait time in both the waiting room and the exam room was short.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 05, 2024</p> <p>Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful you are in this area to care for us when we need you. The doctor, nurse & front desk staff are professional and very thorough.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">March 01, 2024</p> <p>Amazing experience</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">February 11, 2024</p> <p>We love Dr.Higgins and how he cares for his patients</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">February 03, 2024</p> <p>No bad experience. Everything was good. Thanks!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">February 03, 2024</p> <p>They were all great. The receptionist at the time was very courteous and polite. She answered all my questions and helped me answer others. Excellent attitude with a perfect smile. Thank you all!!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 27, 2024</p> <p>Higgins was very thorough and very attentive</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 26, 2024</p> <p>Everyone</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 26, 2024</p> <p>It was our first time there and everybody treated us like we was family</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 24, 2024</p> <p>Everyone from the front desk, the intake nurse and physician were professional and courteous.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 24, 2024</p> <p>I was especially impressed with the systematic flow of the clinic. Thank you Dr. Higgins for taking time to review my sons case prior to entering the exam room. This allowed for specific questioning and essential physical examination. Big Thanks!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 19, 2024</p> <p>The Dr and is assistant were very nice and informative.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 19, 2024</p> <p>Excellent care!!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 19, 2024</p> <p>Debbie and Dr. Higgins were so sweet to my very nervous 5 year old!!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 17, 2024</p> <p>Dr. Higgins was amazing and the front desk ladies were super kind!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">January 09, 2024</p> <p>Excellent experience!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 21, 2023</p> <p>If ever in the future we had to choose a facility/dr, Dr Higgins and his team would be our first pick!</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">December 05, 2023</p> <p>Bruno and dr. 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Dr. Higgens and his nurse took the time to locate my daughters X-rays from her file and go over them with me.</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">November 21, 2023</p> <p>Excellent office experience</p> </li> <li class="review"> <p class="review-date">November 21, 2023</p> <p>Dr. Higgins was very courteous and very thorough.</p> </li> <button type="button" class="score-button secondary ml-1"> Load more </button> </ul> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="right-content w-4col"> <div class="score-accordion"> <div class="score-accordion-panel"> <div class="panel-heading"> <h3 id="education-accord-title" class="panel-title"> <button type="button" class="accordion-button GTMBUTTON" data-target="#education-accord-panel" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="education-accord-panel"> Education </button> </h3> </div> <div id="education-accord-panel" class="panel-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="education-accord-title"> <div 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