Louis J Morledge, MD

My regular Doctor’s office. I’ve been coming here for years for my regular check ups. They are in a large office building. I want to say the closet subway station is the 59^th St that serves the green and yellow lines.
There’s a decent sized waiting area in the reception area. Depending on how busy they are, the waits aren’t too bad. The office staff are friendly. They are always polite and accommodating. I switch between Dr Morledge and Dr Lee. Both are great doctors and both are engaged which is great.
They have a good network here as well of other doctors. Every referral I’ve had from them has been great.
At one point I switched Heath insurance carriers and they called to make sure nothing else changed payment wise for my check ups. It’s going on almost 8 years or so, using them as my regular doctors and I plan on keeping the streak going.

If I can rank them negative star, I will do so. They charge you co-​pay for flu shot even when you specify that is just for flu shot, not an appointment for office visit. Be careful how much they love making money in not honest way.
After my annual check up, my doctor told me to come in around September for flu shot which is covered by my insurance. And I make a flu shot appointment and specify that is flu shot only and they charge co-​pay. I asked what is the difference between taking the flu shot in Walgreen which is free and taking it in this office. Their office manager told me that it is given by the doctor. But I literally wait in the line for 10 mins and spend 2 min with the doctor for the flu shot.

DO NOT GO TO THIS DOCTOR or OFFICE. They have a very aggressive billing culture, meaning that they will do everything and anything to bill you & your insurance company for unnecessary services/​prescription, so that you’ll end up with a very expensive bill. I’ve been to several physicians in NYC in the past, this is the first that I feel their office practice is malicious.
I went for a travel immunization visit recently, and I had asked specifically for the immunizations I needed. I eventually received the bill, which includes the immunizations themselves (what I had expected), but I was also billed several hundred dollars for what they claimed to be the fee for a «physician visit». I was in the office for 10 min, and when I looked up the staff at the office who gave me the immunizations, that person was not even a doctor but a physician assistant!
The worst part was that I had called the office manager ahead of the appointment to ask if there would be any additional charge aside from the immunizations themselves, and I was told no. And in all my subsequent conversations with the billing office, no one would help to look into the issue or acknowledge that they had given me wrong information

Dr. Morledge is a fantastic doctor. He is attentive, caring and very knowledgeable. His treatments have worked for my ailments very well. I would highly recommend him.

I’ve gone to Dr Morledge’s office couple of times for annual physical exams since hes next door to my office. He would not really impress you with his acumen or would not be patient enough to listen to all of your qsns since hes one of those who rushes through the appointments. Exam would be over in under 15 mins.
Hes a typical robot doctor who feels about his patients like ‘This guy is customer number 34,897′. He doesnt seem like hes really caring for u. he goes on as if hes some factory worker doing the next batch of things to do with no emotions or smile on his face. When I try to ask qsns or be more interactive, he would give a slightly startled look as if he doesnt like his patients asking any qsns followed by answers that are short and vague.
So dont expect a lot of ‘care’, ‘patience’ and ‘time’ from this doc if thats what ur looking for. On the positive side, there is not much delay in seeing him and he himself called me on the phone and went through the exam report.

I did not see Morledge. I saw Bidol-​Lee. Front desk is eh… not very receptive or warm. But whatever. Saw the doctor and provided complaints and symptoms for my visit. Although nice, she was unable to diagnose my problem. I was sent away to do some bloodwork and that was that because nothing abnormal for any red flags. I was so dissatisfied that I had get to the bottom of why I was in so much pain. I did my own relentless, persistent research and diagnosed myself! Ha! So, at least now I have a starting point to the road to getting better. Will not return here for the obvious that my visit with them was useless!

Sorry, I find it hard to digest a poor review of a physical from three years ago – have an axe to grind, Allan P?
Dr. Morledge and his office have been my primary care physicians for over ten years, and I have never once been disappointed in their care, concern or service. Dr. Morledge himself is a no-​nonsense professional, and maybe that rubs some thin-​skinned people the wrong way. I’m not there to have my hand held or my hair mussed, I’m there to have a health issue diagnosed and fixed immediately – that is all. (And by the way, this is New York City – things move fast here and people get to the point faster. Don’t complain if you can’t hack it – it’s you, not them.)
However, if you are the type of person that needs to be coddled a bit more, either Dr. Lee or Dr. North (both female, if that matters at all to you) are extremely personable and beyond professional. I couldn’t recommend either of them more highly.
This is a fantastic practice that I have recommended over and over and over again. Yes, on some occasions it can move at a bit of a brisk pace, but so does this entire city. And if you’re a working professional, why would you want it any other way? This isn’t a resort, it’s a doctor’s office. And a damn fine one at that.

I saw Dr. Morledge about 3 years ago for a routine physical after reading exceptional reviews on Unilocal.My mother’s an ER nurse, and I worked in the healthcare field for nearly 7 years after college.
THIS IS ONE OF THE WORST PHYSICIANS IN NEW YORK CITY. My total physical was MAYBE 7 minutes. How can you get an accurate idea about the health of a first-​time patient in 7 minutes?! Absolutely unbelievable.
I then began seeing Dr. Jason Dolinsky on the UES, and couldn’t be happier. His initial physical was nearly an hour, and he claims to schedule patients 90 minutes apart. I felt that he got an accurate idea about my health, answered by questions, and was very thorough. Plus, he’s very nice and caring.
Dr. Morledge made me feel disposable, invaluable, and rushed. Then, about 2 weeks ago, his office began cold calling me asking if I wanted to schedule an appointments. Yes, his office cold called me… twice (even through I asked to be removed from their list).
It’s obvious Morledge places profit above patients — he’s able to cram over 6 physicals in an hour and then directs his staff to cold call patients in an effort to increase business. It’s absolutely absurd that this guy is a licensed physician.

Great travel doctors; I was taking a very long, multi-​country trip and the doctors were very practical and knowledgeable about hooking me up with all the shots and medicines I would need, and helping me avoid the unnecessary ones.

Still the tops! I learned on my recent yearly physical visit that Caroline is no longer there (she’s left to be with family full time), but Dr. Sohee Lee is now part of the staff and she is great. While I normally see Dr. Morledge, they were busy so I agreed to visit with Dr. Lee and I was glad I did. I felt like I was able to address all the things I was concerned about on my «ask my doctor» list for the year– from basic dermatology concerns to a neurology referral. I didn’t feel shuffled around or neglected even though Dr. Lee and I had not consulted prior.
I was also referred to a Quest to take lab tests that was at least close by (maybe 4 blocks). I miss the days when that was all in house… oh, well.
Best new thing this trip in? Dr. Lee offered to email me my lab test results! So convenient and great for me to have for reference. Dr. Lee even suggested that if I had any questions to use that email to her, and a few days later when my tendonitis was acting up, she was able to quickly email me a referral to a podiatrist. That’s my idea of savvy NYC business doings.
And again, the folks up front were polite, quick to handle my insurance (which is always new and full of snafus– such is the life of a freelancer) and discrete.

I was referred to Dr. Morledge in 2008 by someone with whom I worked at the time and whom I disliked a great deal; however, the person who referred me was a fellow Gen X lady, on the cusp of boomer actually; she had the same insurance as me; and she’d been going there for a good while. When you’re entering your late 30s and your last honest-​to-​goodness physical was done by your pediatrician who passed away over a decade ago, then honestly, even if it’s your mortal enemy giving a recommendation under those circumstances, you’ll check it out.
It was a standard physical, the kind you’d have as a kid, except instead of a finger prick, they give you a lab order and send you to Quest (LabCorp if your insurance does not take Quest).
About a week or so after I had the blood work done, I got a call from the nurse there letting me know my TSH was high. Long story short, I went to see an endocrinologist, was prescribed Synthroid, and feel much better today.
I went for another physical today — a little over two years later — the practice has grown. The nurse asked if I’d be ok seeing another doctor today, and I was fine with that. I saw Dr. Sohee Lee, and she is fantastic — she asked open-​ended questions, listened to the answers, and when I asked whether she’d take care of my Synthroid scrip so I don’t have to make lots of visits to the specialist, she was fine with that. Also, I see from her business card that Dr. Lee does acupuncture — something I’d like to try at some point but have to see if insurance covers.
All in all, I would totally recommend this practice. I think a lot of GPs today are more about seeing people when they’re sick — everyone here has an interest in «checking in on your state of wellness», in the down-​to-​earth traditional way you remember from your childhood.
Four stars instead of five only because they do not do afterwork appointments.

Find another doctor, went for all the tests. He sent me the report. I have been trying to call him to ask what I should regarding my cholesterol (which showed on the report) was high. he never answered back .this guy thinks he is doing a free service ! .matter of fact we are paying him !

Stop all the Unilocal hater madness. I called the office at noon and by 1:30 I was in the waiting room. Yeah, I had to sit there for a bit, but show me any doctor’s office where you waltz right in. Dr. Morledge was attentive, concise, and was genuinely answering my questions with honesty. I’ll be back.

The best part about this office is that they will squeeze you in on short notice — no need to schedule an appointment weeks in advance. Need a vaccine, have a soar throat, a weird growth on your back? no prob, come on over.
The second best part is Caroline Kane the physician assistant that works with Dr. Morledge. Can’t say enough good things. Great bedside manner, accurate diagnoses and she takes calls. Once i called from Mexico and had terrible food poisoning. She took my call right away, told me exactly what to get from the pharmacy, and what to be on the look out for. I’ve always been happy with Dr. Morledge, as well. Went in once for a scary looking growth and he was very warm and sympathetic and reassuring

I just became a patient of Dr. Morledge’s, and while I can’t disagree that he moves swiftly and efficiently, I was very confident with his overall approach and softspoken demeanor. He made me feel very comfortable throughout my experience, and ultimately addressed every concern /​question I had for him.

I have been going to this office for probably almost 5 years now. I certainly can’t disagree with other reviewers that Dr. Morledge is a little quick/​dismissive, but I almost never see him. His PA (physician assistant), Caroline, is the best! She is warm, sweet, and always super helpful. She always takes the time to explain, answer questions, and just be friendly. If you call to make an appointment, specify that you would like to see her, but be aware that new patients are booked with the Dr for their first visit. They can usually get you in same day if it’s really dire, but plan to wait, as they are generally overbooked.

Find me a doctor in NYC who asks you to come in to discuss test results? Please I’m sorry that ambitious HOWEVER I’m sure if you asked to come in they would see you.
I’ve seen Morledge and his PA Caroline for 5 years now that I’ve been in the city and have NO COMPLAINTS. Yes, sometmies you wait, happens.
I think Caroline is amazing. She always remembers me (and you can tell when it’s genuine) shes taken over 30 min to talk to me when I was freaking out about something. I’ve never waited for an appt. The office is right in midtown off the Lex line.
I think they’re great. Highly recommended. With most MDs (esp in NYC) YOU need to run the gauntlet not them. If you have qn’s ask them. Say you need more time– then find me an MD who doesnt comply.

I went here on the recommendation of a coworker. I just moved to New York from Boston less than a year ago and one of the few things I knew I was going to miss about leaving Boston was my doctor. He was the type of doctor who didn’t rush things at all and kept on asking me if there’s anything else I wanted to bring up – to the point where I felt like I had to make stuff up! (not that I actually did but it did encourage me to bring things up that I didn’t think were a big deal but turned out to be significant)
Anyway, back to Dr. Morledge… I had an appointment first thing in the morning. He was about 30 minutes late; okay sure, we’re all late to work occasionally, but I discovered that he schedules patients only 15 minutes apart! If you’re 30 minutes late and you already have 2 patients waiting on you, that’s just inconsiderate.
I don’t know if most doctors schedule patients only 15 minutes apart but that just seems like not enough time to really care for patients. And that’s exactly how I felt when I saw him. He talked very quickly. He asked the questions he had to but did it in a very routine, matter of fact way; he didn’t even try to act like he cared. When I told him I had high cholesterol, he told me to go to this website and read up on how I should change my diet. Why couldn’t he just tell me himself??? I didn’t come to see a doctor for him to just tell me to check out a website instead. He asked me what drugs I took so I told him and he wrote me prescriptions for them without even evaluating whether I still need them or asking me about them.
I had some blood work done because of my cholesterol problem. When the doctor’s office got my results, the receptionist called me to tell me my results and what I should do. In contrast, my doctor in Boston actually asked me to come into the office to talk about the results in person!
I guess if you’re the type of person who knows what they want to do with their health care and just needs someone with an MD to write prescriptions for you, Dr. Morledge is fine, but what’s the point of going to the doctor if that’s all you’re looking for? I want a doctor who will help me be as healthy as possible and Dr. Morledge is not that guy (at least based on my experience).