Dr. Karla Jean Joviak, MD

Dr Joviak used to practice in St Petersburg, Florida. She had late office hours which was great for me because I had a full time job. However, I would make a 4 o'clock appointment and, come 6 p.m. I would still be sitting in the lobby. Once I was called into the room, I would be rushed through, probably because she was tired. This is not something that happened occasionally, it happened on every appointment. Needless to say, once I found a new doctor, I did leave her practice. She must fit in real well in "Slocala"

She has no manners, no empathy or compassion, she's short and has no bedside manner and abandoned my Mom the DAY BEFORE her surgery and said "just find someone else" but it took months to jump through all their hoops, get the testing, and insurance approvals, but she thinks I can "just find someone else." the day before surgery!! This is uttterly ridiculous and SO beyond unprofessional!! I would go to vet clinic before I would go to this doctor!!! The company that owns this practice is Team Health out of Tennessee and they are equally as awful! Find a doctor and office that has no affiliation with Team Health as well!!

Dr. Joviak is wonderful. Kathy on the other hand is questionable. I guess it depends on her mood that day. I was treated like a disobedient child when I tried to make an appointment for an annual check up because I skipped a year! Unfortunately I do not see Dr. Joviak any more.

Dr. Joviak is a very freindly and caring physician. Unlike some physicians she takes the time to listen to what I am saying and answers questions when asked for clarification on anything. She does not hesitate to refer me to a specialist if need be. Kathy is very competent and friendly.

Dr. Joviak is a very thorough physician.She folllows up or refers on any symptoms brought to her attention. She has a great bed-side mannor and pleasing personality. I would highly recommend her.

The only doctor in the universe that I will go to faithfully. Both Doc and Kathy are the best and they are both very caring and attentive.

Difficult to judge Dr. Office staff was the worst.