Wear Richard, MD

It’s been a number of years since my last physical. They would normally do this at my old company so I had to find a new location. This healthcare location came recommended so I called them and got an appointment with Doctor Wear.
65 N Madison is a tricky place to find but look for the large parking lot. As I quizzically looked around security smiled and asked if I’m looking for 65 north Madison. «You get a lot of people with puzzled looks right?» He laughed. «Yeah. A lot»
The receptionists were very polite and helpful. Reception is clean and modern. No moldy carpets and 70s décor here.
Doctor Wear himself was very warm and friendly. Carrying a touchscreen laptop, he took down my details, walked me through all of the tests he was going to perform and put me at ease. After the exam we talked some more and he used the electronic system to send the lab request downstairs to Qwest.
Fast, efficient and easy.
Parking: Park in the neighborhood for ease

I have seen Dr. Wear for many years now. My personal experience with the doctor has always been very positive. He has made a big difference in my overall health as well as with specific problems. He’s a good listener and he remembers what’s going on with me even when I haven’t seen him recently. I’ve always found him to he very professional and knowledgeable.
I suggest that you pay attention to the reviewers who actually bother to think about the doctor, not the décor of the office or whether they charge for parking.

I’ve been with Dr. Wear about 20 years. My health is excellent so not too much for him to do. But he’s a capable, highly professional GP. Stanford Medical School. All his notes go directly into the computer. He keeps up with trainings and innovations. He understands preventive medicine.
I do agree with other critiques that the staff in the center could be more outgoing. However these are busy people and they really don’t have time to hand-​hold as much as people did in the past.
The folks who left 1 star (negative) reviews have an ax to grind. Maybe they are bringing other personal issues to the table. This Dr. is clearly a pro, and also the office staff.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Wear for a few years now. At the time, I was doctor hopping trying to figure out some chronic back pain I was having. I had doctors recommend a new mattress (which I purchased, twice), sleep a specific way (which I tried), take aspirin, exercise less (no problem), exercise more (this one I ignored), etc… I was tired and frustrated of seeing doctors, and I knew something was wrong with my back.
Within five minutes of sitting down with Dr. Wear he had figured out I had Ankylosing Spondylitis. One DNA test later and sure enough, I had the genetic marker. Dr. Wear then told me about what the prognosis was, ways to treat, etc… After a short conversation he recommended I try taking a single Aleve before I go to bed.
Words cannot describe how happy I was after I woke up that first morning and had no pain. I nearly cried. Years later, this chronic disease barely effects me, and I have Dr. Wear to thank for that.
I believe this experience wraps up Dr. Wear perfectly. His bedside manner is succinct and to the point. He’s not going to ask you about work, your last vacation, etc… Honestly, I prefer it this way. I’d rather have a spot-​on doctor than a therapist. That said Dr. Wear is a very busy doctor, and it’s rare to get more than ten minutes of his time. His office is always slammed with people, and while I love his nurse, his support staff leave a lot to be desired. Overall, seeing Dr. Wear is worth the hassle, and I definitely recommend him… if you can actually manage to schedule a visit.

I would agree with Trevor. I’ve been going to Dr. Wear for several years and have had nothing but positive experiences. Not only do I find him very comfortable to discuss my health issue with, he provides me with good information and I generally walk out knowing more than when I walked in. He is persistent about my followup and compliance with his recommendations but he is never pushy. And, very importantly, when I needed to go the hospital, even though he was was not available, a member of the practice covered for him and she knew me and did not treat me like a stranger!!! Yes, the office could be more warm and personable, but what office couldn’t use a little help in that area. I don’t really care about that stuff, it’s the care I am interested in. I can recommend him without hesitation.

My personal experiences with Dr. Wear have been positive, not negative. He’s very personable, he made an effort to get to know me, he was a good listener, he was thorough, he was very professional and well groomed, nice bedside manor, and very informative. He took the extra time to ask about allergies and recommend a treatment for them and a website that offers special mattress and pillow coverings for allergy sufferers.
There are some doctors that emit a warm and fuzzy and talkative vibe just naturally. Okay, so maybe he’s not warm and fuzzy at first. But he does make an effort and you get what you give. I find him to be very good. I would recommend him.
His nurse was friendly also but perhaps low key. I don’t need chatty, intrusiveness when I go to the doctor so they both suit me fine.
A good experience all around.

Do NOT come to this man for health treatment of any kind. I came here as suggested by my mother and had terrible experiences. I have been with him for a couple of years and have not had been satisfied with anything.

The Dr is ok. The office however is the worst functioning office I can remember visiting. The hours are 9 – 12 and 2 – 5. There is no voicemail so if you need something, you have to call between those hours only. So then when you do call, you are put on hold for a long time. My record hold time is 14 minutes. That may not seem long when you’re talking to the cable company but to call my local doctor, I think it’s outrageous. I can drive there faster. This has been my experience at least 5 – 7 times so I know I’m not just catching them on an off day — it’s just the way things work there. One time I just needed simple paperwork done so I stopped in because I couldn’t get them on the phone. The receptionist messaged the doctor/​nurse (not sure which one) and I sat there. 35 minutes later, no one had answered her message so I left. I am in the process of leaving that office and getting a new doctor. Also, the facilities are really pretty old. It’ doesn’t bother me a ton but the difference between that office and other offices are pretty drastic. My recommendation: go somewhere else. Please. Save yourself the headaches and hassle and send them a message that the need to shape up their office.

I don’t feel great about not writing a nice review, so I will say only this. Go ANYWHERE ELSE. I’m fortunate enough to be extremely healthy and only needed a regular check up/​papsmear. The nurse working with Dr. Wear and Dr. Wear himself, NOT the warmest or personal. Also, if you’re going for a pap, he STickS his finger in your ASS. I get a check up every year and can go anywhere, I will DEFinitely Go Elsewhere next time and would recommend you do the same. Also, there WERE EXTRA charges not necessary so ask while you’re there or again, choose elsewhere.

I actually like the doctor, but the office staff is insensitive and they make too many mistakes. At least once, they made an appointment with me but didn’t record it, causing double booking. Another time, they rejected a request for refills because they said I was due for an appointment. But I actually did the appointment two months prior, and had to convince the office nurse to check for it again. I started to withdraw from the medication I had been taking for years, until they finally got on the ball.
You get that usual rushed feeling, as the doctor seems overbooked. They add on additional charges for certain paperwork and don’t validate parking. A big money grab.
At least the doctor seems to be current with technology, using a laptop and getting subscriptions to the pharmacy electronically, and such.