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Rollins is truly such a special place! There are plenty of opportunities to get involved on campus and become a leader, engage in research and service opportunities, and work on campus. The professors at Rollins are truly exceptional and deeply care about each one of their students. The education I received at Rollins better prepared me for the next step in my career path. I am so grateful!Jessica Gonzalez

One of the most precious universities with such a unique environment. Since the day I toured the place I knew how special this college is. Awesome professors which are available to help at all times, good food served and nice organizational structure.Adriana Hudkins

the views and places you can go on campus is breath-taking by itself. there's nice valley-walks you can take, and the people there are oh, so nice! I'm in LOVE with Rollins College, and congrats to the people who graduated on sunday!Jordan-Skyy Evans

Horrible experience!! Everybody is supposed to be young adults however my daughter was bullied and they did nothing!!! Correction, when my daughter made threats to her tormentors so they would back off the school had a officer call me and she began yelling at me, really verbally assulting me about how bad of a mother I was! This woman was completely disrespectful. They called DCF on me and the guy who shows up at my house says the principle remarked that I sounded lethargic during our phone call which made me feel like she was suggesting that I didn't care or was high (which btw I am a single mom working a full time job overnight while school personnel are sleeping only to come home in enough time to get my kids ready and off to school before I can sleep!!!!!😑) 2 days after the incident they removed my daughter from school and baker acted (put her in a mental institution against her will) her!!! They told me this after they did it so I had to find her. At least the male officer who took her to the institution was careful with his words and respectful towards me. She was alone and scared in a locked room for 2 days without her shoestrings, bra (her underwire is considered a weapon) or phone before being evaluated and immediately released after their psych doctor found nothing wrong with her. It was tearfully agonizing for us; Meanwhile her bullies got to remain in school UNPUNISHED and the school personnel involved never apologized for what they put us through. The end result was another blow to her confidence and ability to trust people and she stopped going to classes to get prepared for her GED. Please consider our nightmare before enrolling your child as this was the best path they chose to handle my child's situation. I swear I don't know how they sleep at night knowing how they failed her!! EDITED: Your response is incorrect. This happened to my daughter at the mid florida oakridge campus a few years back. Now that I have become a guide I wanted to leave this review of what happened to my family because of your school. I as well as that campus the police, the mental facility and dcf have paperwork concerning the situation.Katrina Williams

I went in today on April 20th to register for school the man at front desk was not a greeter of new students at all. He was on the phone and acted as if his personal phone conversation was more important than being of any assistance to providing me with what the school offered. He wasn't informative of what the school offered. I went to ask he a question and he acted as if I was a bother too him while being rude to others as he spoke to them. He replied very rudely when I told him that I needed his undivided attention to explain too me about the program. He goes WHAT DO YOU NEED! I TOLD HIM IT SEEMS LIKE YOUR PHONE CALL IS MORE IMPORTANT! HE GOES IN A RUDE VOICE EXPLAINING THE PROGRAM . CAN SOMEONE PLEASE ASSIST ME WITH APPLYING FOR CLASSESNikki Real

I applied online, did all the steps and applied for FAFSA but couldn’t get ahold of anyone there. They let the phone ring until they finally send it straight to voicemail. Someone picked up first ring but all I heard was a woman breathing and mumbling to herself completely ignoring me after I acknowledged myself multiple times. Super unprofessional of OTC to expect so much money for these programs but can’t even give us a call back.tamar Collington

The school has absolutely been ran down into the ground. It was bad when I was there but now it's even worse. As a graduating student I suggest you spend your money elsewhere because it is not worth the hassle, the time, or the broken promises that are promised to you before graduating School. As a graduating student I was promised that I would be able to go back to the school whenever I was able to have the time to during the classes or the labs to be able to practice well lo and behold that is by far not the truth. And to receive comments of it's paying students before graduating students is unacceptable and very unprofessional. That sounds like discrimination at his best and I am still waiting a call back from the dean to be able to discuss the matter. Which I still have not received a call back. Not only have all the best teachers left the school, but they have also pushed away a lot of good teachers that should still be there. A lot has changed even since when I was going there but to be honest a lot has changed to where I don't want to go back even as a graduating student to be able to practice for where I need to be.Rachel Phillips

Halfway through my program which cost 20k they decided to switch to online learning. Of course using COVID as an excuse but this came probably the day after the governor lifted the mandates. This is after falsely advertising “hands on” education. I tried to switch classes explaining that it is very difficult to learn a skilled trade on a computer screen and was sent to the dean. She very kindly told me that if I didn’t like it I could just drop out. Leaving me financially responsible for a degree I didn’t receive and knowledge I did not learn. Two weeks into these hybrid classes the instructor sleeps at his desk the days we are in class and today he never showed. If you care about your education and money run away from this place. They enroll you on all these promises of a wonderful school. What you really get is old dirty buildings. Overcrowded classrooms. Antique tools and equipment that are broken and falling apart.B s

I made the biggest mistake of my life enrolling in this school. I enrolled in the veterinary assisting program and at least at my campus in Orlando we weren’t very hands on with anything when I got to my new place of work I had knowledge of things but couldn’t actually demonstrate anything because we didn’t have any practice in my school. Students would go in smelling like dope because the campus is on orange blossom trail I didn’t feel safe doing night classes. And the thing that has frustrated me the most is that you don’t really get a real degree. You get a certification that you have to renew every year or so that gains you absolutely no status at a vets office. You start just like anyone else who doesn’t have experience. Which means I could’ve just applied at a vets office with no experience and probably still gotten hired. If you’re looking to waste your money and time go for it.Elizabeth garza

After some disappointing experiences, I reached out to Sand Lake Dental and I am so glad that I did. They gave me a second opinion that saved my tooth, and they provided a treatment plan that helped me feel optimistic about the future. Dr. Maali was absolutely fantastic. Quick, but thorough. Kind and professional. The tech was gentle and non-judgmental. The office staff was warm, friendly, and efficient. They really seem to care about your needs as a whole person which I greatly appreciate. After some false starts at other practices, I know I have found my new dentist. They are almost an hour away from home but absolutely worth the drive.Kristy Richards

I’ve always been very nervous and scared to go to the dentist I haven’t been in over several years I was so nervous I just wanted to leave I was just like just pay the money Make an excuse and leave. The young lady KAY made me feel right at home made me feel calm like everything was gonna be OK if it wasn’t for her I would’ve left and the tech that cleans my teeth was equally as nice and friendly and warm. My family and friends are aware of my phobia and I let them all know they should go to Sam Lake dental what are the best places to go thank you so much for all your help making me feel welcome and calming me down..Marco Mojica

I am so grateful to have found Dr. Maali and the other amazing staff at Sand Lake Dental. They are kind and caring dental specialists who use great quality materials, have expertise, and seem invested in their patients' experience. I commute from the other side of central FL and never regret the drive in exchange for my healthy smile!Rachel Tybor

I recently moved to Orlando and needed to find a good dentist right away. I felt a hole in my tooth but had no pain. The Doctor was able to get me in for a appointment within a week. Which is great. I was worried about the bad reviews I saw on Yelp, but I notice the new dentist just took over the office a few years ago. When I arrived I was greeted and did not have to wait long to be seen. They did X-rays and found out the filling in my tooth feel out due to the filling being done wrong. I was shocked. The dentist who did my filling seem like he knew what he was doing but I guess not. She explained how the previous dentist made the error. There’s a lil gap between the tooth with the filling and that caused an issue. She also notice the other filling I had weren’t done correctly either.. So now I have to get this fix. Thank god for good dental insurance and this dentist being honest and upfront.David Savage

Dr. Margarita Rivera was my dentist in Lake Nona for several years. Much to my dismay, I lost contact of her when she acquired her new office, Universal Dental Spa in 2019. Strictly by Providence, I recently reconnected with Dr. Rivera, and could not be happier. Literally cried tears of joy! She is always professional and informative. Truly, what a highly skilled and exceptional dentist; I have always experienced outstanding results. The entire staff is wonderful. Excellence and Dr. Rivera go hand and hand! I feel blessed to have her as my dentist once again!Cory Manitta

Excellent experience! The idea of a spa wasn’t really connected to a dentist office in my mind before. After visiting Universal Dental Spa, I can say that they are not far from being one. They treat patients really well and their compliment services, are really something especial. They ask you before the appointment, things that you would like to have like chapstick, water, a pillow, and your fears related to dentists offices… it was the first time that I was asked something like that and that my answers were actually taken into account. It was great!Catalina Lemus

It was my first time going to this dental service provider. I arrived on time to my appointment and after a couple of minutes my name was called. Amy at the front desk was super nice and funny. The dental assistant Danielle was very kind and took my x-rays and set me up for the Dr. Tayal who did my oral exam. The doctor explained I had a few issues I needed to address and in about 30 minutes not only did Amy come back to explain very clearly what the treatment plan was, the dental assistants Danielle and Andreina set everything up and Dr. Tayal did his thing and I was ready to go on about my day. I already scheduled my dental cleaning with their Hygienist who I am sure will also do a fantastic job! Look forward to bringing the rest of my family to get their dental care needs met at this practice!Angelo Tempone

I have been dealing with many dentist since childhood due family generational tooth issues and this clinic has been one of my best experiences beginning with the staffs , managers and the fenomenal dentist that really shows care and compasión towards their patients.I would also like to point out the office environment very clean confortable and very friendly I would definitely recommend this clinic to my family and friends and anyone that is looking for a good dentist and clinic for their dental needs you will thank me later for sure. AbdalaAbdala Bechara

First time visiting Strategic Dental, and I was very impressed. From the front desk with Aimee taking care of my appointment, the the assistant preparing me for my procedure, to now my “tooth fairy” Dr. Garcia who was amazing. I came in for a filling and was a little nervous due to the pain i have experienced in the past with filling. But Dr. Garcia was very patient and delicate. I felt NO PAIN at all, and she explained everything that was happening thru the whole process. Best Dentist I have ever had. Strongly recommendedrobert abeledo

WOW! What a great experience! I called for a emergency appointment and was greeted by the most pleasant person on the telephone. It was my lucky day because they could get me right in. Once I arrived I was shown around the office and immediately was put at ease for my visit. All of the staff was amazing and very helpful, the Dr. was just as nice and so pleasant when working on my teeth. This will definitely be my dentist office for life. Thank you again to all the staff!Shelly O'Neal

This office is equipped with such beautiful and personable staff. Monica, Kiara ( patient coordinators) , Gigi ( dental hygienist) and the marketing coordinator Geraldine we’re all lovely and provided such great customer service. Dr.Morales is also lovely and very thorough at what he does. And if you’re Spanish speaking they are here for you too! Overall 10/10 experience and would recommend my family and friends.Gloria M (glorialovesyou)

don't go here. you'll pay 4 times more than other places and the quality of work is very poor. they are VERY pricy and the office manager Abby is extremely fake and refused to give a refund when I was overcharged because they charged me as if I didn't have insurance. the rest of the staff is great but the dentist isn't that great. go somewhere else!Misty Ruiz

The best experience hands down! I can only thank Dr.Sakowitz and Celia for their work and professionalism every time I have to visit. After lots of research for Invisalign in orlando and a new dentist for general appointments, I am so thankful that I found them. Her knowledge is amazing, very caring and gentle every time. I recommend them 100/10 from their great work to their energy. Truly thankful and happy with their service Side note: she has magic hands, barely any pain and you can get your botox and teeth within the same stopAna Taylor

This is unlike any dentist I have ever been to in the best way. They cater to those who may have trouble with dental work and do it in such a way that I even fell asleep in the chair during a cavity fill! The comfort menu they offer make the experience easy and takes away any fear. Celia at the front desk is especially pleasant and always goes out of her way to make conversation and ensure you are comfortable. I cannot recommend this location enough, but if you fear the dentist- I would especially consider Aura Dental Spa!Bifflightyear

By far the best experience I ever had visiting a dental office. Going here changed the whole game of dentistry with the comfort of being well taken care. I highly recommend this place, very professional and clean. Dr.Sakowitz and Staff made the process easy and seamless. Throughout my process I was informed of my treatment plan, which was so helpful. I am thrilled to finally find a dentist. I look forward to returning for my next visit!Stephen Burton

Hands down the best Dentist I have ever been to. Kind, compassionate and hardworking. So I had to leave work because randomly a tooth chipped away. Balled my eyes out because I’m in the middle of finding an apartment with the inflation and big dentist work isn’t financially good timing right now. They were helpful in working around the financial aspect. Also, I’m in entertainment and get judged on how I look. A few people I work with recommended Venetian Dentistry and I’m grateful they did. From walking in Sara and Rebecca were so kind and helpful. Dr. Palmer took time from his lunch break to look at my tooth and even squeezed me in on a booked day. Also, I am horrible with going to the dentist. I get panic attacks and Dr. Palmer and his nurse Maria were super helpful on calming me and helping me get through the procedure. I also like that they didn’t make me feel like a bad person for not having the best teeth. Thank you so much to all of them and I can’t wait to continue making my smile even better with these amazing people!Karen Garvin

Once I started coming to this practice, I couldn't go anywhere else. Everyone is kind and honest. It's the opposite of the stereotypical "scary" visit to the dentist. On our latest visit, Dr. Palmer was able to get all our work done in a single morning. I also can't forget Shay. She put so much time and effort into explaining to my child what each part of the procedure would be like. She even showed the instruments and explained why they would not hurt. It was absolutely amazing. One final note: Dr. Rampi has been my dentist for 34 years. I refer everyone here because I want my friends to have the same great experiences I've had. Even though he is semi-retired, I trust his judgement about any of his staff. Thank you all for everything over the years.Kevin

Venetian Pointe Dentistry is a terrific practice! I can’t recommend them highly enough! I’ve been going there for years and transitioned from Dr. Rampi to Dr. Palmer and both are truly excellent. There’s a pronounced emphasis on patient comfort, and the procedures are well-explained and are performed very efficiently and with minimum discomfort. There seems to be a great culture among the staff, and everyone seems very happy to be there. That translates into friendly, personalized care. Because I’m a patient at this practice, I really don’t worry about any dental issues that might arise.Jay Trombly

Had a crown pop off during my lunch today. I’m in my general surgery rotation (PA student) and my attending physician recommended the only dentist he trusts with his own teeth. I walked into the lobby in tears and was promptly greeted with all smiles and squeezed into her busy schedule. My dental emergency was swiftly evaluated and taken care of. It is so refreshing to have a dentist walk me through each step before it happened and warn me of when things might become painful. The rooms are spotless and the care is exquisite. Even a lavender (or lemon) warm washcloth to gently wipe away anything on my face after all was said and done. I would give 10 stars if I could. Thank you to everyone who helped me through today. I will definitely be back for all of my dental needs.Kathlyn Lorge

I cant say enough good things about Dr. Hoover. She was so patient with me and my fear of needles. She works calm and fast. She talks you through each step which is great for me. Shes also super informative of what to expect after procedures. The day after she filled my cavity she called me twice to check in personally. She is easy to get in touch with and easy to talk to. The rest of the staff are also super nice and informative. The wait times are minimal and they are sure to respect your time. This is huge in comparison to a lot of dentists. I definitely found my dentist for life. Thank you Dr Hoover!!!Jennifer Drew

Amazing dental office. The hygienists are excellent, very patient, and they explain everything that will be done – Stephanie was especially kind and helped to calm my nervousness lol. Dr. Hoover is very personable and friendly. She explains everything very clearly and thoroughly. Even the front desk staff are pleasant. The office is flexible with their scheduling and they have made accommodations for changes we have needed along the way. This practie was auto-assigned through our insurance plan and I am thankful it turned out the way it did. Would definitely recommend 😁Kei Thompson

Amazing experience from the moment I walked in. Everyone there was very kind and pleasant. Once I was taken into examination, Angel was the sweetest person, I told her about my previous experience to dental offices and she reassured me I would be taken care of which eased my nerves a lot. After going over everything, I met Dr. Catral and he went into depth on what steps & procedures I can take and what to expect. He was extremely easy to talk to and very reassuring/trustworthy as well. The entire atmosphere at Simmonds dental really made feel comfortable at home. You quickly can tell everyone who works loves their job and thoroughly enjoys helping patients receive the best dental care possible. Highly recommended 10/10 and safe to say I found my new dental offices! Thank you again Angel & Dr. Catral!Hassan Simon

This was the best dental experience of my life!! After 5 years of not going to the dentist, I was very nervous and anxious to be seeing a dentist again. This experience was amazing! They were very thoughtful about my anxiety and made sure to talk me through each step of the way! From putting Vaseline on my mouth to a warm cloth at the end this was the most comfortable trip to the dentist. I ended up getting two cavities filled and the shot didn’t even hurt! Dr. Catral was so gentle and his amazing assistant Angel was the sweetest!! Will definitely be going back and am so happy I made this choice! All the reviews were very accurate and true with my experience!!Sadia Pearce

Great experience overall. David, one of the assistants, was very kind, knowledgeable and a big help in aiding in the experience I had. I have been to a few other dentist offices in the past and this visit with Simmonds Dental has been the best so far. They provided good professional service, they are serious about the care planned for you and want to be sure that everyone is on the same page. I appreciate them explaining the process and why they do things the way they do it. Definitely recommend anyone looking for a good dental office to give them a visit and save the hassle.Belinda Adderley

Extremely rude and condescending staff member. The dental hygienist questioned me on exactly how much antibiotic I had taken before the appointment, then lectured me as if I was a petulant child when I told her I apparently took the wrong dose, as if I’m not fully aware of the medical condition I’ve been living with since age 2. She told me she could still do a “light cleaning” and then spent about 5 min brushing and flossing my teeth which the office tried to charge me $90 for. This dental hygienist insisted to the front desk that she had explained exactly what she would be able to do beforehand, then continued to argue with me in an extremely condescending tone in front of both front desk staff, and said her tone with me was actually justified. Luckily the ladies at the desk did not make me pay the afore mentioned price considering the situation. It would’ve been simple enough for her to simply tell me that because of my mistake per office policy she wouldn’t be able to do the cleaning, but she chose to be nasty and condescending, insinuating I was stupid, and seemed intent on making me pay $90 for the experience. The other ladies I’ve seen there have been nothing but nice, so very disappointed to see the office approve of her behavior.Lindsey Lamberty

Well it’s been three years and I am no longer happy with this place. My last visit, I went during my lunch break for my 30 minute cleaning. Then I was asked to wait to speak to Dr. Akkara who was talking with a customer. The hygienist Sharon told him she was done with me yet 10 minutes later he is still hanging out with his buddy. I ended up leaving without seeing him. Today I had an appointment at 1:20pm, I took the wrong exit and was going to be 10 minutes late, so I called and they said they couldn’t see me. That Sharon needed me for a whole hour for a cleaning. I asked if I could speak to her but was told she was still with a customer. How is she with a customer if she is supposed to be with me right now? Also why do they suddenly need a whole hour for a cleaning? The receptionist refused to give me her name and I wonder if they do not care about long term customers or any customer service. I’ve been going to Hillcrest before Dr. Akkara took over the place but the lack of empathy or even basic customer service is the reason why I won’t go back or recommend this place to anyone.Shaliza Riley

Wonderful, friendly staff. Clean, UTD office. Easy scheduling. The most accommodations any dentist office could ever have – vibrating chairs, choice of music to listen to, weighted blankets, laughing gas – you name it. I recommend this office to anyone who asks (and even some that don't)! Dr. Akaara is superb and very communicative.Allie Holasek

I cannot say enough about Dr. Elizabeta Cokovska and the staff at Makris Dental. I was referred to Dr. Cokovska with an extremely complex case involving failed dental implants. Right from the start, Dr. Cokovska performed a detailed examination, she took the time to explain what happened, what could be done, and how we should proceed for the best outcome possible. Because of my situation, the correction took over a year to complete but it was so well worth every visit made. I finally have my smile back. It feels incredible to fully smile again. My implants look amazing. They feel natural and look like my own teeth. The enamel is a perfect match. I feel like I gained such a big part of myself back again. This would have not happened without the professional, experienced and true dedication of Dr. Cokovska. She is at the top of her profession. Caring, kind, and a perfectionist who will not accept anything less than what she would accept for herself. She makes you feel like family. Without hesitation, I would recommend Dr. Cokovska to provide everyone with 5-star results. Her dental practice is immaculate from the cleanliness of the facility to the care she takes to provide proper patient safety protocols and all the latest tools and dental technology to perform top-notch work. You will not be disappointed. Thank you Dr. Cokovska and staff for everything you have done for me!Nancy Thomas

After 6 months of care at Makris it is the hight time to share my experience. I came at this practice based on my friends recomandation and I never looked back. First of all I am not a normal case, I am probably the type of grinder who wake you up in the night and you feel like kicking my amazing butt out of the bed just to have a good night sleep. Imagine the type of problems I came in for since I am ashamed to post pictures with before Makris. I will definitely show picture with after Makris. Dr Cokovska, Marija, Raquel and every one of the stuff were beyond professional, were friendly, understanding, accommodating and most of all human beings. If you want the best technology on the market, years of experience, proper treatment and materials, certainty that your health is taking care for, of course you will pay the normal price but you will never feel sorry for it, just relief and ready to enjoy life and the smile you ever wanted. What truly amazed me was that I didn't find just a practice atmosphere but family like environment who made me feel welcomed, understood and taken care like in no other place. Thank you for my journey!Ovidiu Zarnescu

Someone recommended Dr. Cokovska to me and I was willing to drive two hours for my daughters appointment. Absolutely was worth it! We had a very pleasant experience with Dr. Cokovska and her staff. My daughter was very anxious about the appointment ( she broke her front tooth and she is only 11 years old), but Dr. Cokovska was able to make her really comfortable in no time, and demonstrate exceptional knowledge in her field. I was definitely impressed by Dr. Cokovska with her knowledge, patience, honesty and compassion. The whole staff was extremely welcoming and friendly and the office space is absolutely amazing! I’m really thankful for the exceptional serves, and experience overall. Thank you Dr. Cokovska!Leni Isirova

i have avoided the dentist for the last 8 years because of my anxiety. i was extremely hesitant to come in but Ruth and Dr. Russo were wonderful. Ruth was very patient and explained everything she was doing which really put me at ease. Dr. Russo also took his time explaining things and they both just made me feel incredibly comfortable. Everyone in the office was kind and welcoming. If you suffer from anxiety when it comes to the dentist i can’t recommend them enough!Kailey Fry

Dr. John E Russo is by far the best dentist I have ever had the pleasure of visiting. Both him and the entire staff in his office are the most welcoming I have ever experienced. I feel like I am in great hands with them taking care of my dental work. I would like to give a special thank you to Monay, she is phenomenal. If you have any hesitation about this office, I would just like to say you won’t regret coming here.David Levy

Excellent and friendly staff. I have been going to this practice for more than 35 years. Can't say enough about how professional Dr. Russo is and his staff. They always take the time to explain procedures and the pro's and con's of different options and make their patients feel comfortable. Ruth has been cleaning my teeth since I started going there and has been wonderful and very informative. Highly recommend them.David Cednick

One word summary of this place: WOW! I have never been to a dentist office like this one. The facility is beautiful, the employees are super nice and the equipment is state of the art. Everyone from the front desk personnel to the dentist and everyone in between were super kind and helpful. The x-ray machines are super high tech, they can scan a 3D model of your teeth without having to put gross putty in your mouth for an impression and…… the seats have heat and massage settings. I’ve been seeing my previous dentist since I moved here almost 20 years ago and I thought I’d never go to another dentist. I’m so glad I gave this place a shot because I was just blown away. Previously I would only see a dental hygienist and the dentist. But here it’s truly a team effort. Each person plays their part to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. As a new patient 5 people were part of my care team and that’s not including the front desk. This allowed them to be very efficient. I really can’t think of a single negative about this place. Well done!Jacob Weiner

Since 2015 I have been waiting for my employers to provide a dental insurance that is accepted here. I am ecstatic to be back! Until you have been stuck in the corporate dental providers for service, you will never appreciate a family run dental business as much as Ata Dental. The entire staff is welcoming, professional, and caring. The dentists have been the best I have used in the last 25 years! It’s so comforting to visit this team 7 years later and the same staff is here! There are new members because the practice has grown, not because they had turnover. The office is beautiful and clean. Any questions asked are thoroughly answered and explained so that you truly understand. If you are searching for a dentist, this is it!Yvette Patrick

Dr. Ata Dental Design have been taking care of my family as well as my extended family for over 20 years. They never disappoint. Dr. Joe and Dr. Jill have done a spectacular job of expanding the business from what Dr. Ata Sr. started. Always reinventing themselves, updating their location and providing the best staff and equipment. Paola, is hands down the best hygienist in the field. Kind, experienced and professional. Once you experience it you won't want to go to anybody else for all your oral health care.TLH “HooperBrave”

READ THIS BEFORE YOU APPLY TO THE LPN PROGRAM I am making this post because I don’t want anyone else having to go into this Without knowing exactly what this program and school are like. 1. If you are expecting to pay for someone to actually teach you, this is not the place for you. The teachers here literally do not want to teach, probably because they have no idea how to. Only one of the actually cared, and when she lectured, we actually learned and had class discussions about the topics at hand. The rest would either A) split up part of a chapter and have the class make posters all day and then present to the class, B)split up a chapter (med surg chapters, so think disorders, nursing interventions, and meds, pretty important stuff that I don’t believe students who have no prior knowledge or experience should be teaching other students in the same class, isn’t that why the instructors are there for?) There were unfortunately very few times that we got a lecture. 2. The head teacher is a bully, and she likes to play favorites. Lord help you if you get on her bad side. Singles out students, makes fun of them, talks about them to OTHER STUDENTS behind their backs. Certain rules apply to certain students but not others because she likes them. If you end up enrolling, do not trust her. She likes to power trip. A lot. If she doesn’t get her way, she will play dirty till she does, and all the other teachers, including people above her seem scared of her for some reason. 3. Grades are messed with. If you do or say anything that upsets a certain someone, grades mysteriously suffer, and this isn’t just coming from student experience. People in the office warned us about her and the grades. 4. They are just as bad at teaching skills as they are lecturing. Complete disorganization. No demonstrations. We were told to read the book and figure it out. If we asked them a question, they would yell at us to look in the book. It was all in the book. The book was our teacher. Some students asked if they could please demonstrate for the class first and then have us practice, they would say no. “That’s not the way it works in the real world” or “no one is going to show you how to do this in the hospital, if you don’t know, you have to go and figure it out”. Yeeeaaa… pretty sure patients and their families don’t want you to “figure it out” at the hospital, but ok. 5. Speaking of skills, let’s talk about clinicals. So, you learned all these skills in class, and clinical is the time to get your hands dirty and reinforce the skills you learned, right? Nope! Can’t give shots, can’t pass med, can’t take vitals, can’t do anything, except practice CNA skills. We saw other nursing students from other schools get assigned to a nurse and do everything with the RN, but not us. We were not allowed to. 6. Although the school promotes itself as a “college”, expect to be treated like a middle schooler. While I do understand that there are dual enrollment students at the school (high schoolers), that is no reason to treat grown adult student like children. You will be talked down to. A LOT. Literally no respect whatsoever. Sometimes you even forget that you are an adult in this place. Valencia and Seminole also have dual enrollment, and everyone is treated in a professional manner, regardless of your age, so that is no excuse. 7. Let’s talk pharmacology. Very important in nursing. We never ever ever EVER had a single pharmacology lecture. AT ALL! Never! All we got were packets. That’s it. So that pharm class on your class schedule, forget about it. Doesn’t exist. The meds we did learn, we learned in the med surg chapters. That was the extent of our exposure to pharm. I wanted to write this so other people know exactly what they are getting into, because I wish I had known, so I could have made an informed decision (run!!!) There was so very little information available, and had I known about the toxic environment that I would be getting myself into, I would have never ever gone to this “college”.Flo Nighting

If I could give them a zero star I would!! DO NOT I repeat DO NOT waste your time with this school !!! it's a JOKE. The staff downstairs are a whole bunch of liars and have no ideas what they are talking about half of the time. I took accounting with a teacher that is not certified to teach! she does nothing but sit on her computer and look at houses all day. when I registered for this school I was told that I will have an professor that will actually teach me accounting and go over everything with me. We teach our self! EVERYTHING we do is ONLINE!!! but they want you to sit here for 900 hours!!! and it's doesn't matter if your child is sick or if you have court YOU HAVE TO MAKE ALL OF THE HOURS UP! so please don't waste you time. there is a similar school in the area that offer the same programs as this school. I wish I went there instead!!!Francisca Joseph

I am NEVER a person to leave feedback no matter how unprofessional one is . But this school is HORRIBLE &VERY unprofessional !! I applied for surgical tech and completed the paperwork & medical for this program back January 2021. In May I begin to email BOTH instructors over this program to see what date in August will I be able to start so after multiple emails and phone calls I was finally able to speak to front desk who advised me that they're still accepting people from 2019 for surgical .Why do they still have it open if their that backed up ??like I could have chose a different program.Then The instructor called me and said we don't have your paperwork on file and that I need to come back down to resubmit it. Like whatttt??? .Jah'Nyce Floyd

I have been here twice for different procedures. I cannot say enough positive about this dental office. Even down to the way that he administers a shot of numbing is just more gentle and considerate than any other dentist I have ever experienced. He is so kind and compassionate. I love that his mindset is on a holistic level as well. All in all I highly recommend this office and I come here even though they do not except my insurance and I pay out-of-pocket. I would rather pay more for this doctor then go somewhere that accepts my insurance and receive lesser care. I love the doctor, I love the girls that work there, I just love this practice. On this last visit they actually squeezed me in to take care of a separate issue then what I went for. Honestly, that shows how much they actually care about the patient and not just turning us out as quickly as possible. Definitely go check them out! You will not regret it! I drive almost 1 hour to come to the dentist and I wouldn’t change that.Hana Cyan

I recently had to switch dentists due to location and quality and I stumbled across Dr. Castellini. I went into the MedPlex holistic dental clinic, and not only were they extremely fast (I went in within 5 minutes of both my appointments), but everyone was a pleasure to deal with — from the x-ray tech, hygienist, receptionist to the dentist. My cleaning was great. Dr. Castellini really personalizes your care, takes his time and is very friendly. His knowledge is quite extensive and explains any issues he sees clearly, which I appreciated. I especially like that this is a holistic dentistry practice which takes a more conservative approach and is anti-fluoride which is a big bonus!Venkata Munnamgi

This is a high quality facility for those seeking the best Ortho care! Thank God for this place honestly, they love what they do and are actually affordable, not like other franchise-orthodontics(stay away!!!). If you're from out of town or if you're a local with an emergency and happened to find my review… you will NOT find many places better than this for orthodontics. Prices are reasonable and you'll walk out feeling 10x better! Better than you did driving around Orlando and finding no help. Make that appointment now, completely worth it and you will NOT regret it 🙂Piero

It’s our first time being Esteem Dental and since we enter we love it. Front desk welcome us with the smile. As soon as we checked in we didn’t wait for long they took us and who we meet before the doctor she is the best she cleaned my daughters teeth and took the xray and she was so professional, friendly and so kind to my daughter then doctor came and explained everything and give us best recommendations for have a healthy teeth and we will see them next 6 months later and so excited about it. Front desk is so helpful and make our appointment right away. They are the best team i have ever seen. God Bless you angels. Thank you so much for my daughter not to scare to go the dentist anymore.Pembe Sari

Today my children visited the dentist for the first time. Everyone went above and beyond to make them feel comfortable. The front desk attendants were very helpful. The dental assistants that attended to my kids were excellent! They spoke to my kids about what they were about to do and made them feel extra special! The doctor was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything that was going on with my kids' teeth on full detail. I will recommend this dental office to my friends and family.Ingrid Cubilla

Best dental office I have been to in a long time, hands down! The only downfall was the wait time during the appointments that were made for my son. As for my scheduled appointments, Dr. Fanchon James will forever be my go-to dentist! She was amazing, and it shows through her personality and her work. The assisting staff was amazing as well (I appreciate you Al!) They made me feel comfortable and were very social. I will most definitely be returning for future visits.Amber Rivas

I am so grateful that I found Dr. Sara! I was referred to her office 3 years ago, and immediately I felt the very warm, welcoming family environment. Not to mention the care and expertise of Dr. Sara. She resolved an issue I had regarding a recurring chipped molar and also educated me as to why it was happening and gave me the best possible solution. I went ahead and followed her lead, and she essentially held my hand each step of the way, and for that, I am so grateful! We all love to feel special and cared for, and Dr. Sara and her staff truly provide that!Jaime Lyn Acker

The staff at Nikfar Family Dental are always super polite and helpful. I work in customer service and they are always offering their best. I love that they have email and text alerts reminding you of your appointments so you never miss one. I highly recommend them. You guys are the best! Thank you so much for always taking great care of me!Tiffany B

Always a fast reliable experience. Dr. Nikfar and her amazing team have been assisting me for years with my teeth. Always a 5 star experience and couldn’t be happier with the Dentist team that takes care of me. Highly recommend using this office for your dental needs as the service is top notch and the results are even better!Cameron Flatt

Best Dentist Ever! Dr. Valle has great "chair side" manner and always makes you feel at ease and takes the time to get to know you on a personal level. One of my favorite things from Dr. Valle's office is that everyone makes you feel like part of the family. Everyone is always friendly and great! It is just an amazing experience from the time you walk through the front door, until you leave. Ariana is always friendly and very knowledgeable. Norberto (Dr. Valle's righthand) is always very happy and making jokes, he makes you feel at ease. They have a new hygienist Mary; she is amazing! BEST cleaning ever! She was very thorough and I left with a bigger smile than the one I came in with. 🙂 Dr. Valle is always very professional but reachable; he is very attentive making sure you are okay and answer any questions you might have. He takes his time and does not recommend things you do not need. I have a bit of fear when it comes to getting the injection, but he does something when he holds your cheek THAT YOU DON'T FEEL IT!!!!!! Dr. Valle and his staff always explain everything in detail, from what my insurance covers and my portion, to the whole process when getting the work done. I'm very happy I found Dr. Valle and his team.Samantha Smith

I've been to Dr. Valle's office a total of three times. Like many, I have a fear of the dentist. During my first visit, I had expressed this to Dr. Valle and he genuinely wanted to get to the root of this fear. He took his time and great care during the initial examination, often asking if I was alright to ensure that I was comfortable throughout my visit. After explaining what areas needed work, he went to the backroom and grabbed a mirror to show me exactly what he was talking about. Prior to my time here, I had never had a dentist go to great lengths and fully explain what was going on in my mouth! My other two visits, a cleaning and filling, have been just as wonderful. Will, the hygienist, is nothing but thorough, and seems to truly enjoy his work. In fact, every staff member is kindhearted and dedicated. If you are considering seeing Dr. Valle, I truly recommend coming in for a visit! You won't be disappointed!Shayna D

The best part of going to see Dr. Valle and his wonderful staff is that you almost immediately feel like you are in good hands. My first visit went very smoothly because the staff had made sure I could fill out all of my history and forms on-line before my visit, and I was even able to quickly forward x-ray images from my last dentist for their review before my visit. Dr. Valle himself is very knowledgable, personable and communicates very well. The fact that he could project pleasantness from behind all of his protective gear says a lot about who he is. It took a while to get my first appointment as a new patient, but it was worth the wait!Brian Price