The first appointment I had with Dr. Karkow I knew she was pretty much a nut. I had never met her before and was sitting in a chair in the lobby. She asked the receptionist about a patient who must have been scheduled before me. When told the patient hadn't shown up or called, in a very snide way she said ""Well, I guess so and so just doesn't want to get well. That's just fine."" I saw her that day, and like another person who made comments I tried to get along with her despite her issues. I had the same experiences as others. I saw her for about 8 months I think. I too had her speak to me like I was a child and the power trip attitude. After I cancelled an appointment, she chastised me for that, for not wearing the splint enough, in a bullying way. Then when I said that I was leaving, she beat me to the door and held it closed and told me that she is my doctor and I have to do what she says. On my way out the receptionist said I needed to schedule my next appointment and I replied I don't want to do that right now and of course never did. Its great that she helps some people and its unfortunate that her personality issues interfere with her ability to get along with others.
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