AFC Urgent Care Newtown Info
Amenities
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
Amenities
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Restroom
Crowd
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Transgender safespace
Planning
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Accepts new patients
Children
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Nursing room
Other
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LGBTQ+ friendly
Best WLM Reviews
I absolutely love it here! Dr. Linda and Danielle was so sweet and caring. Dr. Linda addressed all my concerns. I've been to this location over 3 times and with my 5 year old son nothing but quality care here. Blessed to have found them.
A day before my birthday I came in for some quick help with my seasonal allergies and acid reflux. So I could celebrate my bday in peace and feel better before I get to see my CRNP.
My symptoms were:chest tightness due to the nasal congestion,bloating, acidic taste in my mouth and knot in my throat.
The person who treated me was made aware that I have a history of reflux, currently taking Nexium for it and Zyrtec for my allergies. My symptoms improved.Also that in March I had a CT scan of my throat that was good and 2 months ago I had an extensive blood work done including C reactive protein(all normal).
The U.C. Dr told me I need to get a chest X-ray.
Which they did.
They had to do the X-ray twice, because the 1 time they failed to do it correctly.
While I was waiting, I was treated to a conversation that every patient dreams to hear. Even through the closed door me and everyone in the hall could hear them talking to each other about my images that “it’s NOT NORMAL. Do you see that?” Etc.
Hearing all that, I felt faint.
I called my husband and he was on the speaker the whole time during my visit.Basically I was told that my right lung’s border didn’t look ok. They retook the X-ray and both times images show irregular border of my lung which the Dr said most likely is liquid in my lung.
I am not a Dr, but even I know that it’s a very bad situation. People die from it within weeks. And the Dr explained that it could happen because of cancer. Eg lymphoma.
Imagine hearing that in your early thirties a day before your bday? When a Dr tells you something like that, your whole world collapses. And I had no reason to doubt their words. Since they even redid the X-ray.
Also the Dr suggested that it could be because my breast implant broke and leaked in my body.
And I could have silicone in my LUNG.
I am so glad my husband was on the phone and heard that nonsense too.
When I tried to say that my implant is a gummy bear type that doesn’t leak, Dr hinted that probably my surgeon put in some cheap implant that potentially could leak.Which is a rich conclusion among others in this whole farce.
The Dr added that she saw a documentary about this on Netflix. I kid you not.
If we for a moment forget the absurdity of it all.
It’s important to state that I had no symptoms to prove that theory. My vitals were great. I had no: coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, weight loss, night sweats, etc.I said that I work out 3 times a week and hike with my dog with no issues. I don’t smoke or drink, don’t take drugs and watch my health.
When I tried to argue that my recent C reactive protein tests were normal and would’ve shown an active inflammation in my body due to cancer or a bad implant, Dr said no to that.
On top of that.I had no fever, my breasts were neither sore nor hard to the touch. Were even sized and gave me no discomfort at all.
Dr mentioned that my lymph nodes were enlarged (actually they were not).Which in her mind proves the possibility of CANCER.
No need to mention -I was devastated when I left that place.
I made an urgent appt with my CRNP and tried to stay calm.Even though it was hard.
When I came into my CRNP’s, the assistant heard my story and started chuckling at what I was told at the UC.When the NP came in, she was shocked.
She looked at the X-ray the UC provided and said that it looks like kindergartener did it. It had numerous addendums (6) and looked unprofessional. My NP didn’t see anything wrong with my lungs or the surrounding area based on that X-ray.She heard me out and concluded that there is no way I could have liquid in my lungs.
That I didn’t show any symptoms of whatever they said. That It’s simply allergy and GERD. JUST LIKE I TOLD IN THE U.C.!
NP said that for a piece of mind I should get a PROPER X-ray which I did. It came back like my CRNP thought - absolutely normal.
Bottom line. This UC is a joke.If they can’t recognize the X-ray of a HEALTHY person, I don’t know what they are good for.I have more medical knowledge after watching few episodes of the ER tv show.
Absolute disgrace.
From checking in online to being seen and getting my lab results back quickly, the whole experience was incredibly efficient. I’ve spent hours in urgent cares waiting to be seen, and today I was in and out within 45 minutes. Staff is incredibly professional and friendly, and the care is top notch.
I would like to give you two hundred percent. Your staff is incredible. I would rather much go to urgent care than to my regular doctor and I certainly want to stay out of the ER. I would be there all day. I was in and out with your facility. Is such a pleasure. What I thought was just a bad cut turned into 8 internal stitches and fifteen external.
Overall, pretty bad experience on Wednesday and wouldn’t go back to this specific AFC due to the doctor being dismissive and rude. I explained my symptoms of intense ear pain and pressure, and why I was in. Proceeded to say it’s my jaw bone/stress and said to take ibuprofen and eliminate the stress in my life ????
Unfortunately, I could not go back to another urgent care the following two days because of work and being in a wedding. Come to find when I went back to a different AFC on Saturday morning - I had a severe ear infection where now I am on antibiotics for 10 days and ear drops for 7 days.
If only this doctor paid attention to my symptoms and addressed them correctly, I would have had 10x more fun at the wedding and not had been in immense pain.
The medical staff was kind, compassionate & took the time to listen. They thoroughly assessed me & came up with an appropriate course of action. I am so glad I decided to stop by instead of sitting in the ER for hours. I was in and out within an hour tops. I was able to leave feeling a bit less anxious. The Newtown office has an excellent team.
I went in and was quickly seen and tended to. I was able to have a chest xray and was diagnosed with pneumonia. Meds were called in right away. Staff was excellent. Very caring and compassionate people coupled with their expedited service, made this a great first time experience
Dr. Dana Mincer is a brilliant doctor with stellar bedside manner. She listened to my symptoms...and she educated me with my options. She "heard" me and honored the path I chose. She handled me with the utmost of dignity… A rarity in today's healthcare arena. Thank you Dr. Mincer. She prescribed me an antibiotic which began to work immediately… I am feeling 70% better after the second dose. ????
Quick Facts About AFC Urgent Care Newtown
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Thursday | 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Friday | 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Saturday | 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
| Sunday | 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
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