Michael J Mentakis, MD

Somewhat of a complicated affair for reviewing a primary care physician, so let me break it down:
The Physician:
Elder, about 50 – 60 years old, polish or german descent, short stature. Pleasant, to the point, intelligent, always busy. Very well accredited, lots of current awards adorn the walls. Excellent blood drawing technique. Expertise and focus in internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases.
The Clientele:
Elderly to the very elderly and almost disabled. Predominantly white, probably more upscale based on the area.
The Facilities:
It basically looks like someone’s house. Parking is on gravel with about 6 – 7 spots available (never that busy). The inside is very cramped and close-​quarters, but functional as an office. Bathroom is available with a key. Seating room has space for about 10 – 12 cramped.
The Staff:
The lady at the front desk is somewhat unfriendly, unprofessional, and not someone you’d like to start a conversation with. Her alone makes me second guess wanting to go to this place. The nurses and surrounding staff are fast, friendly, and efficient.
The Equipment and Processing:
Because Dr. Mentakis has a background in cardiovascular disease, checkups include additional tests (full body EKG, ultrasound, pulmonary, etc.) that put me $ 125 over what my company health plan reimburses for an annual checkup. The equipment is newer and the staff is well trained on it, but the costs creep up quickly.
Overall, I’m happy with his level of expertise and the way he conducts his business, I think if he were more up-​front about the costs and replaced the front desk secretary, I’d enjoy coming here.