Okay, so I needed to get some stuff checked out, and Planned Parenthood in Mount Vernon, NY seemed like the closest option. Here’s how the whole thing went down.
First, I tried to figure out if I even needed an appointment. Honestly, their website wasn’t super clear on that for the specific thing I needed. So, I ended up just calling them.
Making the Call
Getting through on the phone took a couple of tries. It was busy, busy, busy! When I finally got someone, the person on the other end was nice enough. I explained my situation, and they helped me get an appointment scheduled for the next day. They asked me some basic questions – you know, name, date of birth, that kind of stuff – and confirmed the time.
Getting There
The next day, I headed over to the Mount Vernon location. Parking was a little bit of a pain. I circled the block a couple of times before I found a spot a little ways down the street. Make sure you give yourself some extra time for that!
The Appointment
- Checking In: I walked in and checked in at the front desk. They gave me some paperwork to fill out – the usual medical history stuff.
- Waiting: The waiting room was pretty full, so I ended up waiting for about 20-30 minutes. Bring a book or something to keep yourself entertained.
- Seeing the Doctor: Finally, I got called back to see the doctor. They were really professional and made me feel comfortable. We talked about my concerns, they did the necessary exam/tests, and that was pretty much it.
- Checking out. After examination, I walked to reception and paid the bill. They explained to me the payment options that I have.
Overall Impression
In the end I achieved my intial goal.
All in all, it was a pretty standard experience. Nothing super fancy, but they got the job done. The staff were friendly and professional, which is the most important thing. Just be prepared for a bit of a wait and potential parking hassles, and you should be good to go.
