Jeffrey C. Berry, M.D. 9411 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64155

"My Dr was out and I needed to be seen for a 2nd time at UC as I was getting worse. The receptionist was very sweet and said she had another Dr that a had an opening. I agreed and went. The nurse did the usual, asked why I was there, I told her, she repeated the Covid and flu tests as the previous Dr said I may have come to soon. I asked her twice to please do a strep test because my throat was very sore. She did not. While I was waiting for the Dr, they were all in a room next to me with paper thin walls. He then asked what was next, I heard her speak briefly of me and then tell him, "she looks like she's high."He said something to the effect of, what does she want from me? He entered my room, announced himself, I stood and offered my hand and he said, "No, no, you have germs." Never in my 62 years of meeting a physician has that happened. He proceeded to ask why I was there. I explained the UC Dr said to come back if I got worse. Again asked for a strep test and that at this point I was feeling really short of breath so would he please reorder the chest X-ray. He ordered it. I also asked him to prescribe a "Z pack." Again, he complied, but abruptly dismissed me. I felt it necessary to report this. That is not how a Dr and his nurses should behave. I have been sick for 10 days, yes, my hair was dirty and pulled back in a ponytail. I hadn't slept in 3 days, so I probably did look pretty run down. But to say I looked high?? Unacceptable and infuriating. Dr's and nurses are going to see people in various states depending on why they are there. Regardless, to speak negatively and pass judgement is simply not ok. I mentioned Dr. Berry's behavior to another employee, whom I shall not name. But was informed that it was not the first time this had happened. I'm very disappointed to have had to write this. But this young man is not understanding the true meaning of being a Dr. He was just simply rude and because I've always had such positive experiences with all of the Dr's, nurses, lab techs and reception people in your facility, I couldn't not report this. Sincerely, Lori Rock"

"I have never been treated as poorly by doctors as I have been at meritas gashland….noooo let’s broaden that to the entire NKC system. My delivery atcNKC was… awful. The doctor(Sarah something) was short and rude during my delivery, she called her nurses r*tarded, when the babies doctor asked that my daughter stay in the nursery for the night to watch her eating, I was met with this by nurse Karen…. “This isn’t a day care. We don’t just watch your kids for you. You can handle your own baby for the night.” Theeeeen the ER….Dr. Maher refused to call me my preferred pronouns and wouldn’t look into my “woman’s issues” (which btw im not getting surgery on). Dr deffenbaugh at gashland…. Literally stepped out of Mean Girls to become a doctor. Talked to me like the lowest pile of garbage, accused me of med seeking when all I was worried about was my 177/111 BP. Dr Berry…. I straight up left the apt. I have NEVER been so disrespected. I asked about psychiatric meds and instead of saying “oh I don’t do that” he condescendingly lectured me. If all of the NKC system were to shut down I would probably rejoice."

"First time with this physician and was very pleased with my care. I thought he listened well, did not rush the visit at all and gave good advise. I did not have to wait long to be called back. I do also want to mention that his nurse was very nice and pleasant, they both had great bedside manner. I would diffently see them again."

"I believe Dr Berry may have just saved my life. I saw Dr Berry recently for a low back strain, and during examination I made mention of some lower right quadrant discomfort. This pain had been rather intense several days before I had been seen, but had subsided to a dull ache by the time I saw Dr Berry. He thought I may have appendicitis, scheduled me for an urgent CT scan which confirmed his suspicions, sent me to the ER, and was admitted to the hospital where I had a successful appendectomy performed. I thank God for blessing Dr Berry and his staff with the talent they have because I believe I would have had a much different outcome if it were not for Dr Berry's astute observations. Also, 5 stars for the staff at Gashland Clinic for hastily finding me a nearby facility to do the CT as my insurance would not cover a CT at their clinic."

"After going to trusted physician for 25+ years it was a time of intrepidation upon his retirement. I was fortunate with his recommendation to find Dr. Berry. He made the transition comfortable and professional. I highly recommend his services."