20 Best Mph Programs In Austin, TX (2022 Updated)

This is a great university! The psychology undergrad program prepared me for success in my current counseling psychology master’s program quite well. The faculty are fantastic and the campus is gorgeous. I appreciated Spanish tutoring with Dr. Escamilla provided by the school as well as numerous career development, grad school application, recreational, and internship placement opportunities! I only wish it was a bit more affordable as even with scholarships it’s quite pricey. But, I am glad they pay their faculty, and I do think they spend the money well on resources that directly positively impact students. They have a career resource center that’ll help alumni with resumes, searching for jobs and more! The gym and yoga studio are great. One of my psychology professors had us meditate as part of class and we did things like go outside to paint together and go to yoga! It was a positive psych class so it fit. This isn’t to say the university was easy or without academic rigor because it was challenging and involved plenty of difficult academic work including research! I do feel it was social justice oriented as I appreciated the Mexican American cultural class in Spanish I took told from an indigenous professor and perspective, though to be even more socially just, reduce the price of tuition! I enjoyed that I knew at least half of the faculty and they knew me and remembered me and would say hi years after I took their class; so much better than just being a number in a big lecture hall! It may not have the rankings or prestige of some larger universities and how can it being so small, but the quality of education and experience is high. Only 1 student was mean to me 1 time my entire undergrad career. Really recommended! I would not have been prepared for my current grad program without SEU…don’t think I would have even gotten in otherwise because I was taught at SEU how to write an ideal essay, APA publication format, interview and interpersonal skills, and was able to achieve high grades because the learning experience is so high; I got my disabilities accommodated for instance. Literally the only reason I cannot give 5 stars is the exorbitant cost that limits many people so they can’t attend or will have a lot of debt. Otherwise, fantastic!Alysia Duemler

I completely agree with a post below about how much I loved this school, yet upon graduation I felt lost and unprepared for the “real world”. I think the staff and curriculum is amazing, I wouldn’t choose differently, but St Eds was like a dream state of mind. That being said , I have obtained a different bachelors degree since graduation and changed my field of study. More real world practicality from the programs perhaps would help prepare future graduates to succeed ! Thank you st Ed’s for an amazing undergrad experience nonetheless, that I will cherish forever. So many people, myself included, met their current spouse/partners here 🙂Madison Freeman

I wanted to make a shitpost review but I can't think of anything funny and I also honestly really like St Eds. It's a good school. If you're ambitious, passionate, and hard working, the teachers will do everything in their power to help you succeed, even if you have mental illness or other problems most people might look down on you for. I really think I'm going to have a good shot at grad school with the support I've gotten at St. Eds and that's not something I'd be able to say about many other schools.Christina

Baylor is an amazing school. For a few reviews before me we are not all "rich kids wanting to blow daddy's money" or "rude". I personally have a bad background that would not match the first statement. I am not rich. I am blessed to be in this university thanks to scholarships and my hard working mother. Baylor itself is a blessing. Its a rigorous school BUT very well worth it. I love being part of the Baylor community. Its a beautiful campus filled with loving people. Its not "perfect" because nothing is. There will be a few issues like yes there are some kids who don't care and my be rude or blow things off but really if you are a part of it you will see the majority of the campus and the people here are more than amazing and loving. Please get to know something or somewhere before downgrading it. Baylor University is awesome. Sic 'Em Bears ! <3Anita Ruth

This is a fantastic university for the liberal arts. I have talked to people from other universities and to those that have come to visit me at college, and all of them see a difference in the student body. There is just a different atmosphere. All the people are kind and welcoming and always willing to help in times of need. The professors are nationally ranked and are not only outstanding in their fields of study, but wonderful people as well. Even if you're not looking to go to college, its a beautiful campus to just walk around in. It's almost like a park in some ways. Just give it a visit and I promise you'll be hooked! Sic 'em Bears!Christian Brandon

I loved my time as I attended Baylor for undergrad, and grad school (2008-2015). The campus has changed so much since i first step foot in 2008 (all for the better). Baylor (and Waco) is in a resurgence/growth period. Its an awesome time for Baylor and Waco. I loved my time there even though I'm not religious (agnostic/theist). Great people (students and especially faculty), and community. There was a reason why I came back to get my masters at Baylor. They helped me get through some rough times, and i am better for it now. Not sure i could say the same if i had gone somewhere else.Kevin Rushin

The University of Texas at Tyler (UT Tyler) is a public university in Tyler, Texas. Founded in 1971, it is a part of the University of Texas System. UT Tyler consists of five professional colleges and one traditional college of arts and sciences, offering over 90 academic degree programs at the bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. The University of Texas at Tyler is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The university had a fall 2020 student body enrollment of 9,927 and a 19:1 student to faculty ratio. It has a park-like campus. UT Tyler is classified among "Doctoral/Professional Universities." The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (UTHSCT), which merged with UT Tyler in 2021, has over $19 million in annual research expenditures. Universities that award at least 20 research/scholarship doctoral degrees and have at least $5 million in total research expenditures per year are in the "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity" or "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity" category, which suggests that a change in the Carnegie classification for UT Tyler may occur in the near future. UT Tyler has research as an integral part of its mission statement. The Permanent University Fund (PUF) is a sovereign wealth fund created by the State of Texas to fund public higher education within the state. A portion of the returns from the PUF are annually directed towards the Available University Fund (AUF), which distributes the funds according to provisions set forth by the 1876 Texas Constitution, subsequent constitutional amendments, and the board of regents of the University of Texas System and the Texas A&M University System. The PUF provides extra funds, above monies from tax revenues, to the UT System and the Texas A&M System which collectively have approximately 50 percent of state public university students. The PUF does not provide any funding to other public Universities in the State of Texas.Sayvers Educational Consults

Cons: this school loves to throw away money for stuff nobody asks for (concerts every Friday, a park that removed half the parking at this university, an ugly alumni house at the front of the university, etc). Meanwhile, their internet is God-awful, the library doesn't have books for specific classrooms ready to check out like other universities, they have no calculators ready to check out or laptops. Every computer in the entire school is extremely slow and sticky. The food provided at the MET is bad most of the time plus they close everything too early. The gym has an unnecessary amount of cardio machines that take up 1/3 of the gym. The people that run the intramural sports are very poorly-trained individuals that aren't consistent with the rules and will sometimes make stuff up. One time, I overheard the ladies that work with financial aid, cashiers, general questions, etc. giggling at the fact that they had somebody on hold for 50 minutes already and they were all snickering at each other to keep them on hold to see how long they go for. The mascot is kinda lame but that's just my personal opinion. At this point, I've realized I'm just ranting cause of the new construction there is going on and I couldn't find parking nearby cause of it and the wifi is acting up again. But really, this school does offer good stuff such as: Pros: The professors are amazing The students are amazing The school is growing The new parking garage is convenient. The environment feels safe. Believes in free speech. Many many other things can be listed. Overall, this school is alright. You'll get your education, which is what mostly matters in the end. It's just little things that are troublesome.Gilbert Cardenas

This school is alright. Most of the professors I have run into here want you to succeed and do a very fine job teaching. Which, I am a biology major so I cannot speak for all departments. My biggest complaint is the One Stop Services Center. Nobody can seem to keep their story straight and if you call in for help be prepared to wait at minimum thirty minutes before you actually get "helped". I use "helped" loosely because as stated earlier none of the employees behind the desk seem to be on the same page when it comes to offering help. I've received three very different answers from three different employees regarding the SAME issue. Also, parking is absolutely dreadful! If you don't have an 8am class good luck finding parking! I have spent thirty minutes circling the lots waiting to spot an opening and I have missed classes before due to there being inadequate parking.Cheyenne Dooly

I took classes after having graduated from a different university years ago. The administration here – specifically, admissions and Student Business Services – is horrible to work with. Rude, don't answer their phones, poor automated phone system, basically take your money and make you live with the poor customer service they provide because once you're enrolled, you don't have a choice, right? Additionally, I took a class from the worst professor I have ever had. His name I unfortunately can't recall. He patronized students who weren't well-versed in calculus and was rude in general. His teaching method consisted entirely of projecting pages of the book on the board and copying the sample problems. I couldn't believe it. He did not answer and student questions and did not seem to care about his students or his own abilities as a professor. I actually stopped attending the course, wasting a thousand dollars, because I couldn't sit through another class. This is coming from a person who LOVES school and has been a teacher for four years.Alexandra C.

I really like this school! People overall are friendly, and very helpful. I ll miss it here. And living on campus wasn't bad either I had a great dorm experience. Im graduating soon and I feel confident I will find a job through my hard work. Work very hard. Yes it's fun. But don't slip up your freshman year. Your gpa will be hard to get back up even when you make good grades. You got to make great grades. Don't party too hard. Education is something that should be taken seriously! But don't give up. One thing I would suggest is not being an undecided major. I regret that. Find something you're passionate about or something you like the most or feel is most beneficial to you and pick that as your major. I usually liked my professors and I would go here again!Khadeidra Richardson

In summary: Overcrowded, nearly over-priced, but with under-funded departments. Not handicapped friendly or even fat person friendly (they haven't upgraded half the lecture halls so if you're not stick thin be prepared to sit uncomfortably in a tight chair surrounded by hundreds of other people). Near non-existent diversity. Do not transfer here, you will receive no assistance. If this is all you can afford and if you manage to find a place to live near enough to campus then this school is OKAY. Otherwise, I would say look elsewhere for better upgraded facilities and friendlier student population.Marisa Pickett

My daughter will begin her sophomore year at CTX next week and she had an amazing freshman experience last year. She lived on campus, which is very safe, clean and engaging community. The dorms are new and very well maintained. The cafeteria food is very good, but like any student it's not home cooking, but they offer healthy choices and a good variety daily. There are MANY opportunities to get involved and the professors are amazing at CTX! This is a small school but with the benefits of a top notch education. The staff challenges the students to serve in the local community and share their talents while pursuing their education. There are opportunities to go on mission trips and our daughter went to Africa for 10 days. She had an amazing experience. Our daughter missed a few days of classes due to an infection and the professors were very understanding. It's a family at CTX and she was immediately welcomed into the family and well cared for as a new student. As her parents and being many miles away, it was reassuring to know what a great community we left her in last fall. We are CTX's biggest fans and have a number of students attending this year, as well as next year because of her great experience. Visit this campus, stay with a current student overnight and get the full experience. If you are looking for a great education, you will be amazed at the talent they assembled in their staff and the excellent students who attend this wonderful school. As a fan of online reviews and listening to the advice of others, I am happy to take the time and share our amazing experience and encourage you to take a look at this special college.Shannon Schmidt

I love it here at Concordia! I am currently in a summer class here and will be attending my second year at Concordia in the fall. The campus is beautiful and the professors are understanding and very helpful. I love the smaller class sizes they make me feel like I am actually getting what I'm paying for. Tuition for a private school isn't all that bad. I got into 5 other private colleges and 3 state colleges and this was the best rate. With a scholarship paying school off in full isn't all that difficult. I love it here at Concordia and I'm very proud to be a part of the tornado family. I'm glad I chose Concordia over my other options.Nicole Zon

I attended the Dallas/Fort Worth campus of Concordia University for a Masters in Education and overall my experience was horrific. My e-mails were ignored for days to weeks from the administration in both Dallas and Austin on important matters ranging from financial aid to course requirements. The campuses appeared to not be able to communicate with one another on even the most basic of tasks which made it incredibly annoying. It has been a frustrating period with this University. I do not recommend this school for a Masters program and if you dare to brave it make sure you steer clear of their Dallas/Fort Worth campus.Jean M

As a fairly recent former student, I can say that AC provides very little opportunity. I left AC after I landed on medical leave, and eventually I decided not to go back. I spent some time at my local jr college while working through my health, and the academics were far superior, the teachers had more experience and it provided me with far more opportunities than AC ever did/would've. Seriously, TCC was harder than Austin College, and after one summer course there I had a halfway decent job in my field of study. The freshmen C/I classes at AC are pointless. The "boardroom setting" offers no value. In depth discussions about the use of the word "blobs" in a short story will not prepare you for the professional world nor will lectures supporting the homosexual beastiality fetish shared between Scooby and Shaggy. The small class sizes lead to several problems, a major one being favoritism. The staff is very unprofessional and unreliable. As far as student life… the Greek system is local. The student body is eclectic, but everyone mostly stays sequestered within their own little groups and it kind of has the vibe of a really snooty private high school — split down the middle between rich kids with unimpressive academic records vs genius level scholarship students. They don't offer athletic scholarships, so their athletes are given "academic scholarships" and this has created an infestation of mediocre students that cost the school money. A lot of the kids have learning disabilities and/or social/mental problems. One girl asked me how to spell "easier" and another (that I had only known for a few days) went into full detail about her depression and suicide attempt. I told my RA about this out of concern and she implied that these types of encounters are not uncommon. The student center is tiny and there's really nothing to do in there except play pool or darts. The cafeteria food is shoddily prepared, and the campus is located in a residential area, so to go out to eat or hit the grocery store, you have to have a car. It's a very claustrophobic and unclean environment. We (the students) got sick a lot. My friends and I were stranded twice by that bus thing when it never returned to pick us up and take us back to campus. Yeah, not the best student life really and the professors are pretty inconsistent when it comes to giving help and being available… and sometimes downright spiteful towards their students. AC was very frustrating. It doesn't have the best student life and the professors are extremely inconsistent when it comes to giving help and being available. I had an awful experience with a media professor who was downright spiteful, sent long e-mails with abrasive language while refusing to meet with me in person and didn't read the rough draft of my final paper, just gave it a 100, and this led to issues with the final that highly affected my grade. It's not a terrible place for pre-med students, at least as far as straight up academics, but most (and most of the students overall) really hated it there. All the things AC claims as its advantages are actually extremely destructive. Go to Southwestern or Baylor instead.Amanda Norman

contrary to positive reviews from alumni claiming I never attended college here, I did. This is a terrible college. It's not even accredited from the state of Texas what I can tell. I graduated from this school in 2009. This place is a ripoff that claims it teaches you something by asking you to learn… Except you pay them to teach. They often destroy students futures. attending school here opened no 'doors' for me, in fact it closed many for me. since starting college here, people have refused to interview me for jobs on the grounds that I don't have a 4 year degree when I do. There's no campus security (2 meter maids are the entire acpd), the food in the cafeteria will give you dysentery and is often rotten, the career services office is completely unhelpful and spent a lot of their time insulting me and yelling in my face, and the student body is rude unkind and down right threatening. I was assaulted on campus my freshman year, and the school didn't even do anything about it, in fact the Vice President of Student life (Tim Millerick) did a lot to obfuscate justice and prevent sherman texas police from getting involved. I have since started attending community college in Dallas Texas and at UT arlington and have received a far better education there for much less money! Seriously, Austin College cost me $117k over 4 years and ruined my life! don't go to school here! Since graduation I have received threatening phone calls from Tim millerick every couple of months, and I have repeatedly called the police in regards to this. 9 years of death threats over the phone is inappropriate, unethical, and illegal. The school should fire him.Preston “289pettit” Pettit

Austin College has never been anything, but a positive experience for me. As a sophomore, I’ve fallen in love with the academic opportunities on this campus. The class work may be challenging, but AC never leaves you without a support system. With small classroom settings, professors are available to help with lessons or assignments all throughout class. Office hours are always available for outside help and there are even of free tutoring opportunities. As far as extra curricular activities, there are tons of them! Between Greek Life, personal expression clubs, language clubs and service groups… no interest goes unmet. If Greek life or clubs aren’t your thing, CAB (Campus Activity Board) makes sure there are events almost every night for students to take a break and relax with. Campus life is great, but to help prepare us for graduate life as well, Career Services strives to get every student career-ready. They offer Career-Readiness Checks, mock interviews, internship opportunities, resume critiques and more to ensure that every student feels prepared for the real world after graduating. Opportunities are endless here. I’m confident that by the time I leave Austin College, I will be better because of it.Pluto Princess

My teen had an appointment under DR Saba Memon. She practices cookie cutter medicine. I feel like she is following a checklist. She told me what my child is diagnosed with, and she will only start treatment if I jump through hoops, and make more appointments. I left feeling like she does not care at all about my child. I came for help and she refused. She discounts what the parents say and think. She is very dismissive and the other doctors disagreed with her. She did not take what they said into consideration. UT health should do something about her. I asked to speak to her supervisor and she inferred that she has no boss and her word is final. She told me he has ADHD, and I can provide documentation from his PCP and his therapist. I would like to know how to file a formal complaint. This level of care is unacceptable. Please call or email me the contact to make a complaint.Justin Ware

I was seen at the neurology clinic at the University of Texas Health Science Center when I was considered a candidate for neurosurgery. I had to have a few tests performed before the neuro-surgery to make sure I fit all the criteria and that the brain surgery wouldn't have a catastrophic effect on me. All the neurologists I worked with were excellent, supportive, thorough with the exams and explanations, and very nice to me and my family. I Would highly recommend to others, especially when it comes to epilepsy treatment.S-man Colly

Staffs are useless. I do not want to pay a penny to them. They just blame students for every jobs they are mandated to do. They do not work if you do not check. Do not believe them but keep chasing it. All administrative works need to be done by yourself. Do not ask them because they do not know. Rather, ask other students. They will never apologize for their inabilities. Make proofs to argue with them.Yunju Yang

Don't EVER go to get your teeth worked on by the dental students. They butchered my husband's mouth. No antibiotics…nothing for pain! He had two teeth pulled and they cut him open and the stitches were not done correctly at all. The Dr. said to the students…it looks ok. And left. My husband a few days later had to go to the ER because he was getting pain going into his head and chest. He couldn't even swallow! Over $800.00 dollars for ER visit and we had to pay for THREE prescriptions! NEVER GO THERE! THEY DON'T CARE!Susan Winchester

Really had bad experiences. My daughter had fever and stomach pain. I had to wait for my turn for 1 hour. Even I was on time. But there was no room available. I ask the front office lady she said she can't do anything. It was a poor choice I made I will never go there again.marrium saad

I am a University Employee, these other reviews are incorrectly places they are for the Lone Star Circle of Care clinics in our building, however they placed the reviews here under the University.Paul Broadway

This is a long post, so I’m going to do a quick bullet point summary, then you can continue reading if you’re interested. 😊 Starting goal: – [ ] reverse the weight gain process ⬇️, be able to get off the floor easily 😒, start the weight loss process (60lbs) 📉, not embarrass myself at the gym 😳, gain strength/confidence 💪 One month results: – [ ] 10 pounds down 📉, healthy diet 🥦 🥗, getting off the floor just fine ⬆️, can actually lift weights (Couldn’t at start) ‼️💪, not embarrassed to go to the gym 👍, feeling so much better about myself🔥! Unexpected benefits: – [ ] greater knowledge of myself 🤔, more energy💪, no pain🤩, and I *love* workouts Recommendation: – [ ] This guy is phenomenal 🙌!!! Call him up and schedule an assessment today 📞; you’ll be so grateful that you did! 👍 Now for the extended version… 😁 Hands down, this guy is THE BEST personal trainer I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with! His encyclopedic knowledge, combined with an engaging, easy to follow teaching style, and his own custom, fully-outfitted, conveniently located gym, make training sessions something I genuinely look forward to twice a week. And I am the type of person that use to avoid workouts at all costs. A month ago… I was fast approaching my heaviest weight ever. Now, I’ve struggled with my weight my entire life, so I knew what I had to do. But it just wasn’t working. I was in a deep downward spiral, and I couldn’t get out. I started to get depressed. Desperate, I took the advice of my boyfriend, who recommended his personal trainer, even though I’ve never liked personal training sessions, or pushy personal trainers. Nathan “Nate” Stowe did my physical evaluation to determine what I could handle. Based on that, he designed a personalized workout just for me – taking into account my preferences, old injuries, life situation and current ability level. I’m not going to lie… the first workout, it took me an hour to make it through the warm up. Just. The. Warm up. I would have been embarrassed, but Nate was so calm and knowledgeable- explaining the process at every turn, honestly telling me how long it would realistically take to reach my goal, providing a nutritional program to complement the workouts… and by the next week, I was already doing better. Now… A month in, I’ve lost ten pounds, gained *so* much strength, and most importantly, regained the confidence that I will get back into shape in time for the end of Covid, so I can go dancing again. And, I look forward to my workouts, knowing that Nate will give me *exactly* what I need with his magical and mathematical ability to determine precisely what I can do every time – without pain, without injury, and without wanting to give up! His approach to exercise – keeping the body safe and functional for a long, happy and mobile life – is fully backed by science, knowledge, and years of experience. His gym is socially distanced, safe, and non-threatening. The people who go there have a real sense of family in a way I’ve never felt at a big box gym. In my experience… Nate under-promises and over-delivers on results. He offers a wide range of services, including remote workouts, as well as nutrition plans. Most importantly, he follows up with me at exactly the level I need – always laid-back, never pushy, never bossy. He texts to see how I’m doing with exactly the right frequency. Often with personal trainers, I constantly feel their urgency to book the appointment because they need to keep their business going. I never fault them – it’s a tough business to make money in – but the guilt was always in my mind, pushing me to book an appointment I couldn’t afford… or just quit. With Nate, I’ve never once felt that he is in this just for the money. He really cares about his clients. When I told him I needed to take some time to get my finances back in order, he sent me all the information I would need to continue working out on my own – no pressure at all. You better believe that I’ll be going back, too, since I have 50 lbs to go!k jones

I have been training with Nate for a few months now, and I am so happy that I finally decided to pull the trigger and come and work with him! I received his emails for a couple of years, and learned a lot from them and also became aware that this guy knows what he is talking about with regards to exercise physiology, kinesiology, etc. But he doesn't use words like that–his communication is approachable and clear. I love movement and have done a lot of forms of exercise in my life and am a body worker. I decided to start weight training (something I have never been particularly interested in) because it seemed like the most efficient way to preserve and gain healthy muscle mass and cardio fitness and keep my joints healthy as I move towards fifty. I was also keen to spice up my routines and try something new! Nate's approach to fitness is mindful, steady, and focused on building proper foundation and form. He is encouraging and also straight-forward–great balance of celebrating and correction. He understands my goals and is helping me get there, and stay injury-free while doing it. The workouts are efficient and effective. He explains everything really well–from teaching different exercises, to why this is the plan, to his evidence-based reasons for the programs he creates. He's got many years of experience and study (and keeps learning!) and is also a very approachable person! His gym is a friendly, casual, and welcoming space and the people who come there have that vibe. I have been having a blast and I already have more energy, sleep better, and am getting stronger in a variety of ways. This type of exercise has also become part of my stress-management–keeping my mind right. I am loving it–great fit for me!Josephine Ashford

At the beginning of 2020, I set a goal to loose 35 pounds. I lost 25 pounds by mid-July yet I could not shed the remaining ten pounds over the next 2 1/2 months. Nate told me he was offering a customized program that would help me loose 10+ pounds in nine weeks. I’ve had great results working with him on-and-off over the past 5+ years and I trust him immensely, so I jumped at the opportunity. My progress has been amazing. I lost five pounds the first two weeks by following Nate’s customized program. I am already experiencing lots of changes: – Decreased appetite – Elimination of food cravings – Improved digestion – Sleeping through the night, and – Toning my body I have seven weeks remaining in the program and I’m excited about what the end results might be. Nate has been super supportive, available, and motivating, as usual. I obviously couldn’t have completed my weight/health goals without him. Thanks Nate! **12/16/20 UPDATE** I lost a total of 14 pounds, more than I had expected, yet I welcome it. I highly recommend Stowe Training Systems regardless of your fitness goals.James Lampasona

I had a very traumatic experience the last time I had a procedure. I’m not going to the details but I can tell you I delayed my next colonoscopy as long as I could because of the terrible experience. I decided two spend a significant amount of time researching who my next gastroenterologist was going to be. I narrowed it down to one single doctor…her name is Dr. Eimile Dalton Fitzgerald. She has a wonderful bedside manner and she is extremely knowledgeable in her profession and knows how to properly and carefully conduct a colonoscopy. I have much respect for her and I am delighted she happens to practice here in South Austin! I have referred other family to her I know the next time I need care she is the one to call! Thank You Doctor and Staff.Laura Deen

Going in for health checks is not really something anyone wants to do so it’s a whole lot easier when you go someplace where the staff is kind and takes good care of you. From the initial screening via phone, front desk check in, to the nurse setting me up and hooking me up to finally going to the procedure room. Everyone took the time to introduce themselves, tel me what they were there for and answered my questions. I felt safe and well cared for through out.Jennie Montano

I was very surprised and impressed at how pleasant this experience was. I was hesitant about the prep because of a previous experience and Dr Thomas had me to a pill prep that was fast and relatively easy. The staff and facility was top notch and Dr Thomas was fantastic. I left with very little bloating and cool photos of my colon. I highly recommend Dr Thomas!Evy Grace

Amazing group of individuals at this site. They noticed my anxiety and saw me quicky and efficiently! The Nurse Practioner was very attentive and to the point. Dalton at the check out counter was so compassionate and took his time to make sure all my paperwork was in order, Dalton is quite an asset to this office. All the staff I encountered were courteous, kind and efficient!Julie Martinez

Dr. Risinger and his staff are excellent and the most important criteria is they know what they are doing. My BP has gone down and stabilized under their care and from the doctors, PA's and check-in staff they are professional, friendly and value my time. Very happy to work with them and trust them with my health.Brian Abrams

My visit was very, very good. I was taken in on my scheduled time. The staff is very pleasant and friendly. My visit went well and everyone was very professional and friendly. They listened to me and offered suggestions and compliment me on my weight lose and the exercise regiment that I am doing. Thank you.Ann Gulley

*****THIS IS THE BEST PLACE FOR INJURY RECOVERY AND SPORT-SPECIFIC TRAINING IN AUSTIN***** I came to Evolve as an injured athlete, dealing with pain that was hindering my ability to train and exercise, and at one point even fall asleep. My first appointment was an evaluation of my shoulder and hip injury, as well as an overall assessment of my physical capabilities. Right away, I could tell this was the right place. Pat checked me out, had me walk around and was immediately able to pinpoint the reason for my injury. Instead of just treating the pain spot, the Evolve team builds a program that strengthens areas needed for pain to subside and for your body to work properly. Pat gave me several exercises that first day to work on at Evolve and at home for my shoulder and hip, and in a few weeks everything was great and I was able to train again. He then began designing a workout program specific to my sport and to improve my limitations, and I've seen massive positive improvements, both in daily life and in training. The Evolve team of Pat, Aaron, Bri and Chris are all attentive and incredibly customer-oriented; each one knows my injury history and training program, as well as being fun to work with. They all have the same goal in mind, and all operate from a service mindset, which is truly amazing given the broad spectrum of clients they see all day, every day. The entire team clearly believes in what they are doing, and they enjoy their work. Their rapport with every customer is evident the minute you walk into their space. I would be remiss not to mention the breath work the Evolve team emphasizes; not only did Pat and the team teach me how to breathe correctly, but I had no idea how much breathing would go into injury recovery and prevention. In addition, the Evolve breath work has completely revamped my combat sports training, so much so that I rely on it during every session. On top of this, every session at Evolve starts with body work to find and straighten out any small kinks and get me ready to train properly. This alone has made a huge difference in catching any potential issues right away. Bottom line, if you are needing to recover from an injury, maximize your physical capabilities, improve your health, ramp up training for a sport, or simply want to get in great shape with a fun team, Evolve is really the only option. I understand my own physiology far more now that when I first walked in, and my capabilities have made huge strides. I use the maintenance exercises Pat showed me on day 1 every single day. Great group, and results speak for themselves. I could say more, but you should just reach out to them and see for yourself.Joe Tomlinson

I came to Evolve with chronic back pain and left sided upper body weakness and neuropathy. I’ve struggled with this for easily over a decade. I tried the chiropractors, I tried the Arasti clinics, I tried acupuncture , I tried yoga and stretching and nothing was long-term fix. I provided them with my MRI images from past years and they did a full assessment during my first visit. They told me my skeleton I looked like I had been in a bad car accident. Essentially I was badly out of alignment from my, lower extremities, to my hips, ribs and spine. They also pointed out several bad habits I had picked up lifting in the gym that just progressed my injuries year after year. Even the way I walked was wrong! It’s worth mentioning that I was just a few months out of right meniscus and ACL surgery. I completed the PT that my insurance covered but I just never got back to my active and athletic self. Shortly after I started I tore another meniscus in my right knee and had to have surgery. It was back to square one starting on crutches. I grew frustrated overtime thinking that I would never get back to where I wanted to be but on more than one occasion Chris had to remind me to be patient and trust the process. Chris and the whole team at Evolve are extremely knowledgeable and patient. Far beyond what I would’ve ever expected. I can say from witnessing it, they are extremely progressive in their approach, are constantly educating themselves and are at the forefront of the science of the human body and all it’s intricacies. Just a few months ago I was walking on crutches with two bad knees and excruciating chronic back pain. Today I have no back pain, I’m no longer bowlegged (this was a nice surprise), the left sided strength is almost even with the right side and my neuropathy is gone. In fact this morning during part of my workout I deadlifted 400lbs for 3 reps with room still left in the tank! I feel more energized, balanced, stronger and feel like I’ve surpassed my goals. I’m 44 years old. I’ll be 45 this year. And I never thought I would be possible for me to feel better than normal again! Much thanks to Chris who has prescribed and overseen my training/therapy and thanks to the entire Evolve team who have also taken the time to involve themselves in my recovery. They are experts for sure and I’d recommend them all day long. I just don’t know whether to call them trainers, physical therapists, exercise physiologists, osteopaths, or Kinesiologists. Maybe they’re all of the above. I look forward to see where the next year with Evolve takes me.Tony Phelan

I can't say enough good things about Aaron and Bri, the individuals who have been helping me (for the last 14 months) improve my health and increase longevity. I have had some chronic issues, that I thought I'd have until the day I die, and they had been getting worse as years went by. Some of those issues resolved within a few months of working with Aaron and Bri. Some will, understandably, take more time. I'm constantly impressed with their knowledge, empathy, and level of commitment. They teach/explain as much as you are wanting to know/understand. If you fall off or struggle with the plan, they see that as an opportunity for them to gain more insight into what's going on with your body. In other words, they've never made me feel bad when I struggle to do something. I can be hard on myself and they continually remind me that I'm human and life will always be 'interfering', so just do what I can and don't dwell on the things I couldn't get done. I was an athlete for most my life, but they are teaching me a new healthier lifestyle and they(we) are in it for the long-run. We are a team. I'm confident they'd set me straight if I needed it. I already know they have my back when I feel I've failed (so many times). If something isn't working, they are quick to change direction and try something new. It is absolutely hard work and it's exciting to feel in control of my health again. I still have much more to accomplish and I'm looking forward to learning all I can from Aaron and Bri for as long as they're willing to put up with me. ; )Jackie C

I recently had a very bad experience at this gym. About a month back, I showed up for my 5:30 pm workout 8 minutes late (5:38 pm). I get out of work at 5:00 pm and fight through traffic hour to make my class, but on this day, it was raining pretty bad and traffic conditions were worse than normal. Anyway, I arrive late and the class, which is usually pretty full, was near empty. I go to the counter to select my rower/treadmill, and Kyler, the assistant manager of the studio, informs me that I will not be able to take the class due to being over the 5 minute mark. I tell him I'm sorry for my tardiness and try to explain the traffic conditions, but he informs me that this rule is in place to protect my safety and he cannot let me in. I respect rules, so even though it was a little bit of an inconvenience, I accept his offer to put me in the next class and "not charge me a cancellation fee" for the 5:30 class (he said this as if he were doing me a favor). I'm about to go to my car to wait for the next hour and fifteen minutes, when another member walks in holding a birthday gift. I head to the bathroom real quick as she approaches the counter. When I come out, I see her leaving and another staff member is next to Kyler. She asks Kyler why he didn't let the member who brought the gift into the class and he responds saying, "I couldn't because I had just told another lady she couldn't come in because she was late." He said nothing about the 5 minute rule. I still didn't say anything, even though at this point I did feel slighted. Fast forward to yesterday evening, 9/29/2022. I was in my 5:30 pm class on the treadmill. 15 minutes into the class, a girl walks in. I see her approach the counter which is being attended by Kyler. She chooses her treadmill and (again, this is FIFTEEN minutes into class) she walks into the gym area and gets on her treadmill. I'm sorry, but this is too much for me. I approach Kyler and ask him about the 5 minute rule. I ask him why he gets to choose who has to follow it and who doesn't? I ask him if it's his personal decision? He says she apologized to him, so he let her in. I reminded him I too apologized and explained my situation, but in my case, that didn't seem to matter. He says he's sorry, and that was it. I do not think this type of behavior is acceptable, and I don't know what was wrong with me that made Kyler decide that I couldn't be allowed in even after I explained my struggle to get there; but, this other girl who arrives 15 minutes late is happily accepted in? I feel insulted and like I did something wrong to be reprimanded when someone else was able to just waltz in so much later than me. Kyler was extremely rude to me. Keeping up with my OrangeTheory membership dues is hard enough for me. But I do it because I care about my health – both mental and physical. Kyler has negatively affected the former and I feel his behavior towards me should be addressed.ariana kianous

This studio is my home away from home. Thanks to Orangetheory, especially Kelsi (studio manager) and the coaches here, I am healthier, stronger, thinner, and most importantly, happier than I have been in 15 years. This location has stellar communication and always answers calls, texts, and emails same day. The staff are always willing to help no matter the situation. Orangetheory's method makes working out fun. I am a trained dancer, who has been injured for a long time. They have helped me to get to a place and I am finally back in the studio. I had always thought I hated traditional exercise, but the music, coach energy, and the workouts make me enjoy the experience. I love that I don't have to try to figure out what to do each day, how many reps, when to ramp up and when to slow down. I especially love the tracking system, watching your heartrate to know when to push and when to pull back is a gift. Its also exciting to watch your calorie burn through out the class. The coaches also provide modified options for each exercise more or less intense and/or to accommodate for injuries. If you have worked out your whole life, or never set foot in a gym, Orangetheory is a wonderful place to reach your personal goals. No one judges you and people of all levels workout together and support each other. It is a perfect place to unplug and have time for introspection, one hour just for you. Pictured: One of my favorite coaches and me last year celebrating of the completion of my 50th class!Sarah Toombs

I love orange theory, but I highly do NOT recommend the this location (Arbor Town Sq), only because there is something super odd going on. This location can't seem to keep a single coach, besides the head coach Kassidy. Every week, there seems to be 2-3 totally new coaches from different studios subbing in, or sometimes a new coach will start at this location and then leave 2-3 weeks after starting! Smells fishy and it might be just terrible management treating the coaches super poorly since they can't seem to keep more than one coach. Also, none of the reasoning for why coaches keep constantly leaving is ever communicated to any of the members. All we're told is "Ashley is leaving to work at a different studio!", but as members we would all love some transparency on what is going on, staffing wise. I feel incredibly disconnected from all of the coaches because it is likely I will only see them once or a few times and they will disappear. The Studio Manager even left a few months ago, and even the SA's are being replaced constantly! So weird. I would choose pretty much any other location. We would love some transparency!Nima Attayah

Gave one star because I had to. So far our experience has been beyond AWFUL! My mom was told she would have to transfer over there to continue her cancer treatment. For three weeks she attempted to find out if they had received her files. Left several messages and no one ever the return a single phone call. So when she went in person she was told to quit calling everyday because she was “jamming up” the phone lines and voicemail. ( she called once every other day) . She eventually Went to Kyle to get her own records and transfer them in a box herself to the office. 2 weeks later (today) she gets an appointment where she is told her cancer is incurable and she really shouldn’t miss any treatments (has missed 3 soon to be 4 because of nonsense) but they are short handed so come back July 11 and we will see what we can do and oh by the way the Dr. Anusim (attending) will not be available so you will have to meet with my PA( nothing against a PA most are better anyway). Also, you need labs and it’s 2:45 and since the lab closes at 3 you will need to come back tomorrow. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!! Currently trying to see where we can get transferred to. I had a bad feeling from the get go and should have listened to my gut. Don’t take on patients if you are to swamped to deal with them. Expected far more human kindness at least put a smile on a pretend to care.The Norton family

My first visit to UT Health Austin was a great experience. The check in staff was friendly and informative, and the visit with the provider went well, leaving me confident to continue care with the clinic. However for my return for a follow-up appointment, it was severely disappointing. A manager was covering for lunch due to staff shortage, and he was unable to check me in, resulting me in being late for my appointment and forced the clinic to have me reschedule for nearly two months later. Despite the friendly staff, it seems that there might be a problem with the way things are run given the fact a manager cannot perform a job of the employees they supervise and negatively impact patients and their health plans. No initiative to take ownership that it was not a patient error for being late to the appointment was even made, go elsewhere if you want reliable care and to have your time respected.Tafat Cohen

I highly recommend Dr Buckley. I’m only one week post linx and HH repair so it is too soon for me to comment on the surgery success (recovery has been a bit difficult-none of which was Dr Buckley’s “fault”). This review though is about how professional, personal and caring Dr Buckley is. I had anxiety about surgery and almost cancelled. He talked to me over the phone twice the week before surgery to alleviate fears and further explain to me what would be done. He called this week personally about some bowel issues I’ve been dealing with and spent 15min on the phone. He cares. I’m a nurse and worked with surgeons for years in the hospital and I can tell you-this is not a typical surgeon. He will look you in the eyes and treat you like a person. He listens to you. I cannot recommend him enough to my friends, family and patients now. (His office staff is also Awesome, love Lisa!)Tara B

I have been with SBMI for 12 years and I have seen it grow in faculty and students. I love being a member of the informatics community and appreciate the positive impact our school has on the healthcare community.Marcos Hernandez

You have to check-in as a guest of you are not affiliated with the school. It is very small and only meant for research into public health. There are meeting rooms which are good for studying and projects. Comfortable chairs and a lot of outlets near tables, not too many outlets near the comfy chairs and couches.Daniel Araki

I'm not sure what's going on with ophthalmology department. I went for my eye exam, paid my co pay. Got exam for glasses and contacts. About a week later received a bill for $75 for contact fittings. I had a follow up visit, which I should not been charged a co pay but I had to pay $35 for follow up. I tried to dispute it and I kept being told the insurance had changed. Even the Doctor agreed with me that i should have not been charged for either, it was covered by SuperiorVision. Verified with insurance and it had not changed. They finally admitted that I should have not paid for follow up. Requested that my $35 be refunded to directly. According to them they could not refund because I had a $75 balance. I made a claim with the insurance and received the money back. In the notes for the check it read: (PR-45) & (Co-45)"Charge exceeds fee schedule/maximum allowable or contracted/legislated fee arrangement". UT Health ophthalmology is over charging patient, many of whom are elderly. Taking advantage of people. They need to retrain or train correctly the person's working the in their department. They are overcharging , regardless what the insurance companies rules are. I do not recommend department to anyone or give this department any stars, I had to enter at least one star because it didn't let me post without. This department needs to be looked over and make sure it is following insurance policies and not overcharging customers.Pat Guevara

Very disappointing experience with the UT Health Cardiology Department. Dr. Traktenbroit suggested I have a cardiology stress test and an at home ECG test, called a ZIO test. I spoke with at least six different departments within UT Health & University Health And was unable to get test codes So I could get a cost estimate for the tests through my insurance company, prior to actually having the test performed. I called my insurance company and asked if they could contact the physician and different testing departments. They were also unable to get any type of cost estimate. With anything else in life you know what the cost will be before you pay for it, but in the medical profession you’re supposed to trust them and not know how much your out of pocket cost is going to be until you get a bill in the mail. Ludicrous! Also, there are 3 different types of stress tests. The most expensive one being the one that includes injecting nuclear medicine through an IV. Oh course, this is the test the Dr. ordered. Chest pains or shortness of breath are usually the reason for a stress test. I did not report having either. From what I’ve researched a CT scan of your heart is better at finding blockages than a stress test. I had one performed a few years ago and the cost was much less than having a nuclear stress test done.C W

This review is for the billing department. I do my best to pay my bills in full and when I can’t, I call to make payment arrangements. I don’t know about everyone else, but I have insurance with a high deductible and out of pocket maximum. This billing department boggles the mind. I received a letter from a collections office that I had a bill that I had not made a payment for. The service was in February of this year for a total amount $600. I keep all correspondence from bills that I paid or am paying and not once did I receive a letter stating that I owed this amount. What kind of billing department doesn’t send out bills? This is not the first time they have pulled this shenanigan. I got them to admit in the previous billing conflict that they hadn’t sent out a bill. This is a shady practice of not sending a bill but sending my or our information to a collections agency. I take my credit score very seriously. I don’t want it tainted because of a neglectful department/employee. This department needs a quality audit. I am sure they would find many issues that need to be addressed but haven’t been.Rachele Cuellar

It takes a loooooooong time for UTSA to get to top tier universities despite the fact they had this mission for over 7 years now. The focus of the university is on first generation students and undergraduates. Over 30,000 students enrolled in the last year but only roughly 750 students were at Doctoral level. Based on my personal experience and my colleagues experiences, despite some decent rankings that university tries to refer as the sign of the progress, many departments are not up to the National or International standards.Marzieh Jafary

Excellent University to get your bachelors degree! I graduated from there with two Business degrees (1998) and higher education will change your life! The professors there are exceptional and taught me so many things, and a variety of knowledge I am using (even after years and years! ) today on a daily basis. My professor always laughted that he was throwing out "Pearls of Wisdom!" – it is true. 90 plus percent of my professors had their Doctorate degree.CL Logan

They were not able to process my application in time because they were being incredibly slow with processing my transcripts. They then proceeded to edit dates that I reached out to them (2 months later than reality) to make their timelines look better. Unbelievably immoral conduct for which I am not sure I am still able to trust them with my education.Felix Kraemer

When I was looking at business schools, one of my criteria was the class-size. I wanted a smaller class size, an environment where I am surrounded by people who will support me. McCombs did exactly that. Students, faculty and staff are all ready to support you in every way possible. As an international student, my classmates have helped me adapt to this new culture, and provide me timely feedback, which allows me to improve myself. The experiential learning opportunities (MBA+ projects) have helped me explore career options even before the summer internship. Through this experience, I can make a more informed decision of whether I would like to intern in that role/industry this summer and narrows down my career search (which can be exhausting sometimes).Jefri Tamba

The MPA, Masters of Professional Accounting, has been ranked as the nation's top accounting program for over a decade. They treat their MPA students really well, have all the best professors possible, and acceptance into the MPA program sets you on a basically guaranteed successful (and long) track into the future. For those considering grad school for accounting, it isn't the boring stereotype like in our parents' days, and it's not bookkeeping. This is a very good career, or it can be a stepping stone to any career you want. To those considering McCombs in comparison to other schools, Austin is a much nicer city to live in than any others we considered — it blew the competition away when comparing city to city.Lisa Krauss

Best business school in the nation. McCombs is the reason why I am here at UT. It's the perfect business school if you're into a university with good academics, good athletics, and a nice night life. The job placement rate here is 99%, so you can guarantee yourself that once you are in, you are set. Average starting salary out of college is roughly $65,000 which is pretty good. The classes offered here can be challenging, but you will learn a lot. The professors do truly care about you and really get to know you on a first name basis. The classrooms are nice and the whole school as a whole is nice. I love McCombs and can't wait to get my BBA!Anthony