Trent Pettijohn, MD

Patients appreciate

Dr. Trent Pettijohn receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients who consistently praise his professionalism, knowledge, and caring demeanor. Patients frequently describe him as an excellent listener who takes time to answer questions thoroughly and never rushes appointments. His bedside manner is repeatedly highlighted as exceptional, with patients noting he maintains eye contact, shows genuine concern, and explains complex medical information in understandable terms. Many reviewers emphasize his responsiveness, particularly through the patient portal where he provides quick feedback on test results, often within 24 hours. The longevity of patient relationships stands out prominently, with numerous patients reporting they have been under his care for 10, 20, or even 30 years, and several credit him with literally saving their lives. His staff and office operations also receive consistent praise for being professional, friendly, efficient, and well-organized, with minimal wait times.

Patients also share

While the vast majority of reviews are highly positive, a few areas for improvement emerge from patient feedback. Several patients mention that Dr. Pettijohn can sometimes appear rushed or doesn't spend as much time with patients as they would prefer, with one noting he "doesn't spend much time with patients" and another feeling rushed during their appointment. A handful of reviewers indicate that he can be reserved or quiet, with comments about needing to "drag important information out of him" or that "thinking out loud is not his strong point." Some patients note he occasionally seems tense, preoccupied, or focused on the computer screen rather than maintaining consistent eye contact. A few reviews mention that while he is highly intelligent and competent, his communication style could be more conversational, with one patient stating he "lacks patient talking skills" compared to his physician assistant.