When i relocated to Sarasota from Northern New Jersey in 2019, I needed to find a physician for some prescription renewals. Via on line research, neighbors in my new community and the local community blog in the over 55 community where I live, I elected to contact Dr. Gelvin's office. He was accepting new patients. Initially, I had regular visit with general examination. Dr. Gelvin renewed my… See more
There is no one instance that makes me appreciate Dr Chris Gelvin. I would have to site that from my first appointment he made me feel relaxed and listened. Several times I have been very upset and scared but after talking with him and following his instructions I felt at ease. It's hard to explain , he always listens , never rushes and is able help whether it’s treating me himself or… See more
We have had Dr Gelvin as our physician for over 20 years, well before he was associated with MDVIP. When he made the transition to MDVIP there was no doubt in our minds that we wanted to continue with him. He has always been caring and in tune to our needs. He is an excellent listener and has a great sense of humor. Now as we start to age we are grateful we have him as our doctor. Couldn’t… See more
Dr. Christopher Gelvin cared for my mother for many years until she passed away in 2014 at the age of 92. Shortly thereafter I left my PCP and joined Dr. Gelvin's practice. So I am a second generation patient and am now 74. I chose to stay with him during the MDVIP conversion and was blessed as a result. He knew from my medical history that I had been a life long smoker and when… See more
Chris Gelvin is my doctor. I both value and rely on his judgement. He, and his staff, maintain an impressive degree of professionalism balanced with warmth and caring. The two times in recent years that I've need an immediate appointment, I've received an immediate appointment - effortlessly. When you hurt, effortlessly becomes the key word.
One of the ways I enjoy life is… See more
When my wife had a coronary, our physician came to the hospital off-hours and supervised her care in the ER. An interventional cardiologist was selected and called in to exercise the application of stents. Saved her life very likely. Dr. Gelvin continued to see her in the hospital on rounds. This was very special to us and showed how much he cares for his patients to get involved and stay… See more
A few months ago I had a mini-stroke, a T.I.A. (transient ischemic aneurysm) and was taken in as an in-patient. On my first full day, Dr. Gelvin came in to see me when he was making his daily rounds of checking on his hospitalized patients. The hospital is outstanding and I had no complaints. But seeing my own doctor there, in person, and knowing that I would have an ally if anything went… See more
I had just move to Fl, looked for an MVDIP doctor and had done a "Meet & Greet "with Dr. Gelvin. Soon after, I had painful symptoms that were moving fast through my body. I called his office and was told that first I needed to complete the forms they had given me. My husband took them to the office immediately and I was seen two days later. Dr. Gelvin said I needed to get some… See more
