Stephanie J. Epting, D.O.

After asking me questions about my back pain, she was very informative and patient with my concerns.

Dr. Epting has been excellent in her consultation with me n the times we have been preparing for my injections.

She was very personal and gracious in the time she took to make sure I understood my condition. I’m so grateful to have her as my doctor.

Very friendly and professional

Dr. Epting is very thorough in explaining exactly what she recommended as a procedure she believed would be helpful for my pain. Very approachable, pleasant and knowledgeable.

Very knowledgeable & caring

2nd visit to Dr. Epting and she still refused to give trigger point injections for relief of severe neck pain after obtaining g an MRI. She suggested I take more pills, which I clearly told were not helping and I did not want to do that due to the negative side effects I have experienced.

Detailed, extremely professional combined with an ability to clearly explain my options and medical needs. My experience today both enlightened and guided me to the best medical decision for me going forward.

She was great

The best !! Very kind abd clear

Dr Epting was extremely informative about the imaging I brought and potential causes for my pain. She had practical advice and a variety of options

Exceptional

Caring, informative, helpful

if I could do a zero star I would. I went to my appointment to get trigger point injections in my neck. They told me they can’t do the injections because I don’t have my MRI imaging. Why didn’t they tell me to bring the imaging before my appointment? No idea. All they have are the reports. So I leave because I don’t have what I need to get the services I was there for. Later that afternoon she had her assistant call me telling me she read the report and there are unspecified changes in my neck and I need to go see a surgeon. So let me get this straight, the doctor didn’t even see the MRI image herself. She read a report about the image which could be read by a fifth grader and she’s having her CNA assistant tell me to go see a surgeon. that is completely unprofessional

She really explained everything at my visit.

She was extremely knowledgeable, great bed side manner and spoke in my language but at the same time did ones for me the big word issues I could be experiencing

No time with patient

She answered all my questions and was thorough throughout my consultation.

Dr Epting is an excellent doctor with a fantastic personality. She is a step by step clinician! Her nurse is excellent also. I feel so lucky to have received her compassionate and skilled care

Professional, informative, friendly.

I had a question and was directed to speak about the reason for my visit. I understand. I realize that I was there for my back. I saw my entire spine in the MRI for a brief moment. I was wondering if my C-1 was intact? It is hereditary in my family for no C-1 to be there at all. Please send access to my MRI. Thank you.

I waited and hour before she came in the room and it was right after I asked for a glass of water my appointment was 10:15, I arrived at 10:00, the doctor saw me at 11:35

Wasted trip her speciality not useful for my problem she probably knows her stuff but still waiting for the name of scapula dr 4 days later

She's caring & amazing

Not happy, waste of my time. What I thought was going to be an injection appt turned out to be a complete & total waste of my time for me & MY HUSBAND who was supposed to be my drive home. Definately was misleading information!

Great communication skills listened to me very friendly

Dr. Epting was clear and concise in her discussion of her examination and diagnosis of my condition.

Fast service. They explained everything too me and I’m grateful

Thank you for listening

She explained things very thoroughly to where I could understand it.

Dr. Epting spent time explaining and answering my questions. She did a thorough clinical interview and physical exam. She empowers her patient with information so they can make educated decisions about their treatment.

Nothing against the doctor, she just took an hour and a half to see me for about 7 minutes. She also didn’t really have the patience to what I was trying to tell her and did her work like a routine, or that’s what it felt like to me.

Very thorough, an empathetic person and an excellent communicator. Highly recommend.

She didn’t offer any advice and only review 1 of many firm from the MRI and send me to another doctor. Nothing inconclusive

Explained everething

Pleasant, friendly and attractive to detail, with a great staff of workers that keeps you well informed.

Very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Thank you

I had no issue with my actual encounter with Dr. Epting. I took away one star because it was an hour after my appointment time before I actually saw her. I appreciated that she took her time with my exam and didn’t “rush” my exam because she was running late.

The Dr. spent about 10-15 minutes with me on the most non personal level. Every question asked was scripted, I never explained my story or why I was there. All they know about me is that I’m having lumbar spine pain to which I explained has been worsening to thoracic and cervical pain and I was told I would need to come in for a separate apt to have that evaluated by another physician- automatically a red flag that the physician did not specialize in the spine. I was then Offered injections based on a year old MRI after I described that my symptoms have changed. How could you inject an epidural in someone’s spine without recent imaging? Several things could have changed within my imaging again as I mentioned my symptoms were worsening. The Dr. did not even put her hands on my back for a physical exam, I was asked very remedial basic questions ie is it worse when you sit or stand and questions like that, how about you get a history from me of how this problem developed?

Attentive. Professional. Solution oriented. What more do you want in a physician?

Rather brisk, seemed hurried. Often talked over me.

She is very nice but I always feel quite rushed.

Dr Epting is a wonderful and thorough doctor. She makes every detail very clear and understandable. Very compassionate and has very sweet personality.

Dr. Epting is fantastic. She took the time to evaluate me, explain the findings and options for further evaluation and treatment. I felt extremely comfortable that she had/has my best interests and care first and foremost!

Focused, cheerful, with a great plan to solve my back issues.

Dr Epting was very knowledgeable. She answered everything question before I asked. It was a great pleasure working with someone as professional and attentive as Dr Epting. I will recommend her to my family and friends.

nice

Very attentive

Very nice and knowledgeable

I did not care for the waiting time to be seen. I waited for more than an hour to be seen.

She was kind but seemed rushed and didn’t have time to listen to all symptoms and history. She required a sep appt for a different body part. We are willing to pay for 2 back to back appointments. Insurance is likely a big part but it would have been nice to communicate that.

I had to wait a very long time to get seen today!!

Very detail- Very nice- I felt rushed-

Great explanation and diagnosis of sciatic issue. I felt like she wanted to try non-invasive treatment and prevention first. I was thrilled about that.

I felt very comfortable Dr. Epting. She took time to speak with me and listen to my responses.

Very through and professional

Professional and the some feedback to think about what options are available for me

Very friendly and thorough.

She was very through and knowledgeable though out the exam.

Anticipates questions and concerns by providing relevant info

Efficient, knowledgeable and gave me a great plan of action. I really appreciate her time!

She was very nice and thorough!

This is my 2nd visit and it cemented that she is not the doctor for me. Would not discuss diagnostic results in my chart with me. Continued to push a treatment that is not needed and is not willing to perform the treatment I was referred to her for.

This was my first time visiting the Citrus park location. Dr Epting was on time, professional, to the point but explained everything thoroughly. She explained the steps we will take to get to the root of my problem and hopefully get resolve to my pain.

Very attentive and explains everything quite well.

I felt as if I were rushed I had questions I wanted to ask, but I felt very rushed

Very friendly and professional.

She was fine

Very nice. Thorough. Answered all of my questions. Dr. Eptine did not rush me. I found her to be very sincere and was also sympathetic to my pain. I would definetly see her if need be in the future. Lori Kloppenburg

Very informative and professional A++

She makes me a participant in my care. She informs me and she makes decisions with me, not for me. That's worth a lot because it's missing from a lot of other doctors.

She was kind and understanding. Great bed side manner.

She's very thorough, friendly and listens.to you. A breath of sunshine too

She is a true professional

Other than talking/going too fast for me to keep up with, felt she did help come up with a plan to help manage my pain short term.

Very precise and knowledgeable

Always very helpful and analytical to provide the best possible outcome.

little empathy and poor listening skills

Very engaged with my issues

Very impressed with Dr. Epting. She's a no nonsense doctor but works hard to understand and resolve the problem

Great visit. Very professional and knowledgeable. She has a great personality on top. Glad I have her

Excellent doctor but talks too fast for older patients.

Very good

Very relaxing manner curbed my nervousness . Very clear on my future treatment.

I get the sense that every doctor at FOI is measured by how many patients they can see in an hour. I felt rushed. I never feel that way with the PT personnel, but every doctor’s visit makes me feel like I’m on a treadmill.

My consultation felt extremely rushed. The doctor would ask me questions regarding my symptoms, and then interrupt my responses. I left feeling overwhelmed and with few valuable answers. Will be seeking treatment elsewhere. Front desk staff were friendly and professional. Facility appeared organized and well maintained.

Amazing doctor

Smart, very caring and informative. Took the time with me to provide answers to all my questions. Wonderful experience!

Friendly and informative about the procedure.

Excellent very satisfied 😀

A new insite. Thank you doctor Epting . The best .

Great with patients and explaining what is going on.

Very thorough, explains things clearly.

Clearly knows what she’s doing

Excellent

Very thorough in providing me information about my procedure

Dr . Epting was very informative and easy to talk to. I really enjoyed her concerns and look forward to having her care for me.

Even though this was a follow up appointment, Epting kept insisting this was only a consultation and would not treat me. I paid $90 office visit co-pay for nothing.

She was fantastic! Very thorough! Polite, courteous, and all the above. I could not have asked for a better doctor to speak to.!!!!!!!!!

Dr Stephanie, was very professional. She didn't just explain the results of my x ray finding and send me on my way. She also took the time to check my reflexes, to see if the lower back pain I'm having is affecting any other body parts,

Stephanie was very helpful...great listener, paused to ask if I had any questions...very thorough in explaining the situation, reasonable expectations and next steps.

Listened!! Most important thing

I found the office and the doctor very friendly, understanding, efficient and helpful.

Very nice. Explained everything, so I can understand.

Extremely thorough initial evaluation and warm personality.

Dr Epting was not really interested in what I had to say. Her solution was to get injections or nothing. I felt like cattle being herded in and pushed out very quickly. I also waited an hour and a half from my appointment time until the time Dr Epting entered the exam room. Huge waste of time.

Dr. Eping was efficient, yet spent as much time as needed to explain the situation, treatment, next steps, etc.

Very nice

It look as if she was in a hurry, not too patient to let me explain my symptons, no physical exam just went over the MRI

Appointment felt very rushed. Waited an hour after scheduled appointment time to see doctor

Always exceptional care without feeling rushed.

Clear, concise and personable

Wait time too long Other than that Dr Epting is a wonderful 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Doctor

EXCELLENT DOCTOR

Very thorough exam. Listened to my concerns and explained everything so that I understood what I needed to do next.

Very kind very thorough gave explanations

Very attentive and compassionate towards my pain.

Very professional and concise. Treated me like a fellow member of the medical profession. Performed thorough diagnosis.

Would not let me talk. Every time I tried to talk she'd say, you really explain that well let's just wait until we get an Sri and we'll discuss." I'm twice her age, was not allowed to talk, then told that I was explaining myself well. She couldn't have been more patronizing.

She is wanting me to go through 4 more weeks before I see her again. I just don’t want to go through 4 more weeks of this pain.

thank you for helping me be pain free!!

very professional Answered all our questions

Very profesional

Explain what and how thing will have to happen to know exactly what the problem is.

Very informative

Dr Epting is so caring. She listens to you with care. She is there to help you.

I Found Doctor Stephanie J. Epting To Be Very Knowledgeable And Detailed In Her Explanations And Examination. However, I Felt A Bit Rushed. I Found Her To Be A Bit Cold, Un-Feeling And Lacking Any Compassion Which Is Something That Many Of Her Patients Might Appreciate. She Asked Me If I Had Any More Questions And When I Paused For Too Long She Simply Continued On. I Am Not Saying She Is Incompetent, In Fact, Far From It. I Am Simply Saying That She Is Not My Ideal Physician.

There was no introduction or getting to know the new patient.. She asked rapid fire questions with a very stern bedside manner. No empathy nor concern. It was just the facts and very quick. I had to ask for a review of the information provided before she left. I will follow through with the MRI ordered but will make my follow up with different physician.

Personable, efficient and attentive.

Very attentive and courteous and knowledgeable. Gave me a feeling that she was truly aware of my pain and concerns.

Very quick, efficient. Listened and gave me a plan

took time to listen and answer all my questions

You make me feel comfortable and confident and she is a very sweet young lady and a very explanatory doctor praying the procedure we're about to do on Wednesday tremendously good for both of us thank you dr. Epting

She’s very nice and kind. She is knowledgeable.

She pinpointed area to treat successfully. Impressed with her skill. Finally have pain relief.

Very informative. Took time to explain diagnosis and my options. Very pleasant. Made me feel comfortable.

Very informative. Explained everything in detail to our understanding. Extremely nice and professional. Made us feel very comfortable.

Very thorough doctor!!

Great doctor

Very friendly and professional. She explained everything very well and immediately set up a treatment plan.

Very through and patient

Very personable and explains everything in layman’s terms as much as possible.

Great job. Very informative.

EXCELLENT DOCTOR. VERY THOROUGH.

She has a condescending attitude. She doesn't know enough about tests that she needs to order so she leaves it to the patient to ask PC and patient doesn't even know what to ask for. I will not be seeing her again. She doesn't even know how to access my other FOI records for mri done previously.

She is so sweet and extremely informative.

Very unprofessional. Refuses to answer basic questions and there is a very large attempt to keep you coming back for appointments without fixing the problem. Seems they are more interested in the insurance payment that the patient. If she doesn’t like your tone, even if that’s how your born and speak, she becomes too uncomfortable to continue her job.

Among the best.

Informative, nice, a little rushed