Austin Diagnostic Clinic – Steiner Ranch

Dr. Urukalo and her nurses were amazing with my daughter today! My daughter has high anxiety about needles, pain, etc. — and Dr. Urukalo and her staff were so patient and kind with her. I can not recommend or thank them enough for being so sympathetic to my daughter and doing everything they could to make the situation as best it could be. THANK YOU!!!

I have been seeing both Family Practice Doctors since they opened and have been very satisfied. I have also seen Podiatry and Dermatology. The service is quick and I can usually get an appointment the same or next day. Dr. Urukalo (Podiatry) goes out of her way to help her patients too. Several times she has fit me into her busy schedule because of my foot pain. Also, they have a friendly, knowledgeable front desk staff who are always helpful and create an inviting atmosphere. I can tell that they really care about people.

ADC Steiner Ranch is a great, new location that offers multiple specialties — from Family Practice, Dermatology, Neurology, ENT, Allergy, Podiatry, Rheumatology, Pediatrics, and now, OB/​GYN. I’ve seen the Podiatrist (Dr. Urukalo) and FP (Dr. Gerdelman); both Dr’s exceeded my expectations and resolved my issues on the first visit. Their nurse and MA’s were also very professional. Parking is great and you don’t have to walk a far distance to the one level building. The wait time after check in has also been very quick. It’s also very possible to schedule an appointment the same day. It’s a clean facility with great service, and I would definitely recommend ADC to all of my friends and family.

Great family practice and pediatrics doctors! I’ve been in a few times to see Dr. Gerdleman, my husband has seen Dr. George and my children have seen Dr. Willis. All three of the doctors are outstanding in my opinion. They actually listen to you and help you figure out how to treat whatever it is you are dealing with. I can call and get an appointment the same day which is amazing! They also don’t keep you waiting. Once you are shown into a room the doctor comes in within a few minutes. It’s so nice to go to a doctor who respects your time and tries to help you feel better.

Dr. Vander Straten is the best dermatologist I have seen in my life. Her wealth of knowledge, calm demeanor, and understanding helped me greatly. She really is the smartest and most compassionate dermatologist in Austin. She treats all kinds of skin and hair conditions like acne, warts, etc.
I highly recommend her !

The Austin Diagnostic Clinic is a solid family practice. My family’s been here 6 times in 3 months for sinus infections yadda yadda and they’re great! Every time my wife and I call, they’re super flexible and get us in that day. They’re also on time and well, we’re busy, so that matters.
I really like their staff and Drs too. I’ve seen dr george and like his demeanor. He’s easy to talk to, takes the time to explain things, and is a great doctor. My wife’s taken the kids to dr Willis and my wife really likes her too.

I was recently referred to Dr Osgood for a rheumatology work up by my PCP at Steiner Ranch Primary Care. I read up on Dr Osgood, was encouraged by his background and reviews and called to make my appointment. For the first time in my life, I was told that I could not be seen because I would be paying out of pocket. I am a well-​educated, successful, self-​employed professional. I have been paying my medical expenses out of pocket for over a decade because I can.
I have worked very hard to earn a life that includes opened doors. I enjoy giving back to my community and passing on good values to my kids. I have never been turned down for a service at ANY establishment, medical or otherwise. It is truly an awful feeling and it is personal. It *almost* makes me laugh to remember being escorted past the public line at the White House, yet now I’m hard up to find a doctor at this clinic to find me worthy of their services. I assume that by denying out-​of-​pocket patients, they are attempting to isolate their services to a certain demographic; or, more specifically, to keep another demographic out. There are other excellent rheumatologists in the Austin area. I strongly recommend patronizing one that better serves our community at large.

Most people do not enjoy going to a doctor’s office, and I am certainly no exception. I avoid visiting like the plague… unless of course I have the plague. Well, I don’t have the plague (that I know of), but I have been experiencing some sharp body pains that have not subsided in the last two weeks so I thought it best to seek out a physician. Since moving to Austin almost a year ago, I have yet to obtain a PCP. After conducting extensive Google and Unilocal searches for a physician in my area, I came across Dr. Brenna Gerdelman’s (M.D.) name several times with accompanied positive feedback (formerly with Westlake Family Practice). Happily, Dr. Gerdelman is now at the Austin Diagnostic Clinic Steiner Ranch which is pretty close to my home.
The ADC Steiner Ranch is a new (open less than 6 months), large facility that offers general family practice as well as specialization in pediatrics. Half of the large building is dedicated to primary care services, and the other half pediatric. As an added advantage, they have an on-​site lab for blood work and testing. This ADC location does not currently have imaging equipment on-​site; however, they do have a room prepared and will get an x-​ray machine soon. Soon to be «All the medical service you need in one place.»
I walked into ADC and was initially overwhelmed by all the powder blue walls — obviously an attempt to make the clinic more «calming» — which was actually effective. I was checked in at the front desk by a jovial gal named Sandy. After signing a few forms and paying my co-​pay, I sat in one of the two lovely waiting areas to fill out the 99 pages of paperwork… no, actually more like 10 but still very «detailed.»
Then I was call into the office by Dr. Gerdelman’s nurse, Erica. Height measurement (yay, I didn’t shrink!) and weight (boo, I didn’t shrink!). Erica then took me into an exam room and performed the regular intake ritual. Erica is super sweet, thorough, and knowledgeable.
A short wait (of course) and Dr. Gerdelman entered. It was my first visit, so I was a little surprised there were no formal introductions; however, the Dr. had a fairly relaxed «bedside manner,» was personable, and didn’t make me feel super rushed (well, not as much as many other physicians anyway). Dr. Gerdelman came across as highly competent. So, I’ve only been a patient for a day, but all-​in-​all I would say the overall process (including the exam and diagnosis) were satisfactory. I believe I found a new PCP… next I have to get my annual physical. Oh the joy. :-/​
Note: One small irritation is when you call the main number, there is no option to speak with the receptionist (i.e., they don’t take any calls at the front desk — I had to contact her to retrieve my temporary password for my online account). Instead, they employ a central appointment service.