Family Medicine practitioners - Pompano Beach, FL

"As a medical professional myself, I hold high standards when it comes to patient care—and I can confidently say that (Rochelle) Dr. Samarasekera exceeds them. She is incredibly kind, intelligent, and deeply empathetic. What sets her apart is her commitment to holistic care: she takes time to understand not just the immediate medical concerns, but the full context of her patients' lives, ensuring that care plans are both thorough and personalized. She is personable and takes being a family medicine doctor to heart; she truly makes you feel like family. She listens with intention, speaks with clarity, and genuinely advocates for her patients’ well-being. It's rare to find a provider who so seamlessly blends clinical expertise with compassionate, human-centered care. I would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone seeking not only treatment but a true partnership in their health journey. That said, I do feel it’s important to note one concern regarding the professionalism of the office environment. On a recent visit, I observed that a front desk staff member was wearing a political bracelet ("Free Palestine"). While individuals are entitled to their personal beliefs, the display of political messaging in a healthcare setting can make patients—particularly those from Jewish or Israeli backgrounds—feel uncomfortable or unwelcome. A clinical space should be a neutral, safe environment for all patients. This observation in no way reflects on the quality of care I received from (Rochelle) Dr. Samarasekera, which was exceptional. I share this feedback in the hope that the office can maintain an inclusive and professional atmosphere that matches the excellence of its clinical staff."

"Good listener, proud to have her as my primary. Caring, nice, on top of everything."

"Fri 12:30pm The Doctor himself is fabulous but his staff is atrocious. Being shuffled to the then Nurse practitioner and without prior notification, I was upset and stopped going. She was condescending, asked too many questions and i did not like her. Even at the Pediatrician you are informed if a change is made. Deciding to try again I scheduled an appointment, which was rough because one of the ladies ( who was nice) apparently got promoted, because she turned into Cruella. Rather than fight with her everytime ( my job was a crucial morning one) I found another Dr.'s office. Yes, I wasn't happy; this new Doc. just renewed prescriptions and thats it. So I went back, but this time i moved some distance away, the nurse practitioner was an official doctor married to My Doctor ????. It was no surprise at my appointment she popped in and gave me that " great" news. Anyway after that visit I changed jobs with the same company and, trying to not tarnish my probationary period, I planned to go back as soon as summer break came. My BP meds ran out but too me it was okay because i also needed to be seen. When i called though, the guy was hostile, loud talking and rude. I was basically blackmailed ( no visit/ no meds and it had been days without so i felt ill). An appointment was made for 8:30am but you go before 8am and first come first served, so not eating was okay. A female called to confirm my appointment not even 5 mins. after, which was weird. Then another rough, loud caller, called telling me my appt. was at 11:00, i asked her if i was expected to be hungry and with out meds until that time and she said yes gruffly but changed it too 10. After 15 mins waiting, i was called to weigh by someone who asked me how was I today, i didnt answer. After another 10 min wait Mrs. My Doctor came in asking, how was i today ( really!!!!!), declared my bp was high ( duh!!!!) Gave me an 8 hr fast acting pill. I was out of it by this time hungry, no sleep and no meds, so after they took vials of blood nd said i was all set, i left for sustainance. I tried calling in my BP meds but there were no refills so i decided to wait for the morning ( thats when joy comes right lol), there was still none. I go to the Wal-Mart and the lovely person said none was sent. After calling they allowed 1 mths worth only of those pills, none for the other meds, so the pharmacist told me call them. I got Mr. Hostile, loud talking, rude Michael Bocchicchio, who said the move was correct and i cant expect to get meds without a visit. So every month i have to go for a visit or no meds. Tell me why am i trying to keep these people, i live very far away, I'm being blackmailed into visiting monthly, i am treated terribly and i know they are paid...my visits aren't free (my daughter thinks they are racist)."

"This Doctors office is horrible; the staff is rude & uninformed. They have caller ID and screen calls. Terry behind the desk makes threats over the phone and mistreats people. The office is old and dirty. the office is in a bad area, I will never go back. "