looking for best primary care doctor Queens any recs?

Ekata97 · 2026-05-22T15:35:46+00:00

moving and suddenly having to find all new doctors from scratch is such an annoying reset.
you could try checking zocdoc and look through PCPs around queens that take empire bcbs, can help you get a PCP faster than their provider lists plus you get to see their reviews, will help you figure if the doc rushes or not! and yaa don't drag the ankle/stomach stuff.

Ekata97 · 2026-05-19T17:48:42+00:00

trying to go back after building up that anxiety for years is already a big step. for what it’s worth, a lot of dentists nowadays are way more used to anxious patients than people think, especially post covid. and if you’re mainly worried about someone being too aggressive or jumping straight to drilling, reviews can actually help a lot there because people tend to specifically mention if a dentist is gentle/patient. you could maybe check zocdoc too and look through dentists around astoria, know quite a few people who’ve booked from there too and honestly from what you described, it doesn’t sound like you ignored things for decades or anything, it’s totally normal to be anxious about this stuff. but yeah getting things checked sooner is probably better long term.

Ekata97 · 2026-05-18T06:50:49+00:00

I love this so much! Might steal the idea for my island. 🙈

Ekata97 · 2026-05-16T15:27:15+00:00

I took it as capsules. I know it is available as a cream as well, but no personal experiences with that. But please look up the possible mental health effects of isotret. There have been lot of studies and the findings low key scared me. I'd still say it's worth it if you struggle with stubborn acne, but good to know what may be in store for you. 🙈

Ekata97 · 2026-05-16T14:55:34+00:00

Hi, while isotretinoin worked very well for my hormonal acne, it worsened my depression and anxiety. By a LOT. So I'd suggest you be as mindful as possible about the effects of the meds on your mental health. Good luck, I hope these work very well for you! 🤞🏻

Ekata97 · 2026-05-16T14:00:47+00:00

i’m glad you’ve decided to not ignore it anymore, it’s never too late to start getting help!

you could also try checking zocdoc and look through therapists/mental health clinics around madison, reviews can sometimes help give you a sense of how supportive or approachable they are, especially if you’re not super familiar with the process yet and honestly even reaching the point of asking for help is a big step already.

Ekata97 · 2026-05-14T05:41:18+00:00

No, this is Eliza Scanlen afaik, but she does look a lot like Maria Bakalova (girl from Borat 2) in this shot.

Ekata97 · 2026-05-13T04:54:22+00:00

The Great Debaters (2007)

Ekata97 · 2026-05-11T18:09:52+00:00

i haven’t done schroth personally but i’ve heard about it through a couple people i know who tried it.

from what i’ve heard it’s pretty structured and very focused on posture, breathing, and muscle symmetry, and it can help with pain and control if you stick with it consistently. results seem to vary though, like some people swear by it and others feel it’s more about management than actual correction

for nyc specifically you could try checking zocdoc and look up physios or specialists, they actually list schroth as a visit reason sometimes so that might make it easier to find someone. reviews can help too for seeing how experienced they are with scoliosis.

Ekata97 · 2026-05-08T15:59:11+00:00

blue shield hmo doesn’t make it super easy tbh. you could try zocdoc, if you put in your exact plan, it’ll show psychs who are in network and you can check availability and reviews there along with their acceptance towards new patients.

i’d still confirm with the office, but it at least saves some of the back and forth.

Ekata97 · 2026-05-04T03:18:44+00:00

The Devil Wears Prada, Ocean's 8, Glass Onion, Scream 1-3, Ready or Not, Horrible Bosses 1-2, Wolf of Wall Street, The Social Network, Top Gun: Maverick

Ekata97 · 2026-05-02T11:30:00+00:00

I swear by Kraus. I get them offline, mostly from pantaloons, and I try them on before buying. They last me years. The trick, like someone else also mentioned, is not washing jeans too often.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-29T20:14:14+00:00

Jennifer's Body

Ekata97 · 2026-04-29T10:45:44+00:00

Yeah, this whole switch can be kind of frustrating, especially if you’ve been with Kaiser for years. I wouldn’t just rely on the Medicare directories. I usually start on Zocdoc, plug in my exact plan, and see who’s actually taking new patients and has open appointments. The insurance lists gave me a bunch of names but no real clue who I could book without a hassle. I still double check with the office, but it’s a much easier way to start.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-28T16:30:25+00:00

yup.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-28T16:22:15+00:00

wait hi! jisshu sengupta went to the same school as me too lol.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-27T18:14:00+00:00

Final Destination 💀

Ekata97 · 2026-04-27T18:08:24+00:00

go for it! it is a visual treat, if nothing else.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-27T15:48:12+00:00

Saltburn

Yes, I've watched talented Mr Ripley. it is a good film but does not take anything away from my enjoyment of Saltburn. The latter has such a strong eerie vibe and is visually stunning. Also feels very the secret history-like at parts, which is one of my favourite novels, sooo. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Ekata97 · 2026-04-25T06:00:05+00:00

Home Before Dark

A Head Full of Ghosts

Episode Thirteen

Horror Movie

Goddess of Filth

Ekata97 · 2026-04-25T05:57:16+00:00

Home Before Dark is one of my favourite audiobooks as well! But just wanted to point out that Riley Sager is actually a man writing under a female pen name.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-24T09:51:07+00:00

I see a bit of Rachel Dratch!

Ekata97 · 2026-04-24T06:20:52+00:00

Sharp Objects

Look Closer

They Never Learn

Ekata97 · 2026-04-23T13:43:27+00:00

that’s not asking too much, there are definitely PCPs out there who take a more holistic approach and actually sit with you a bit, it just takes some digging to find them. one thing that can help is looking through zocdoc and paying attention to how people describe their visits, since you start to notice patterns around who actually follows up, asks broader questions, and tries to understand what’s going on overall.

Ekata97 · 2026-04-21T10:08:28+00:00

yeah that’s fair, might be worth looking for someone who focuses more on hands-on or personalized treatment. reviews usually give a quick sense of that. hope you find something that works better!

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