Janet Austen, FNP

Janet Austen, FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner
7307 MacArthur Blvd, Ste 207, Bethesda, MD
4.97
“I saw Dr. Janet Austen for a pap smear and appreciated her bedside manner. For example: she explained what to expect before the exam and then checked in during the exam to make sure I was still comfortable. The office setting was welcoming and the staff were friendly. I plan to see her again in the future. ”
Kimberley M.February 22, 2026
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
95% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.97

Average wait time

4.71

Bedside manner

4.96
“I saw Dr. Janet Austen for a pap smear and appreciated her bedside manner. For example: she explained what to expect before the exam and then checked in during the exam to make sure I was still comfortable. The office setting was welcoming and the staff were friendly. I plan to see her again in the future. ”
Kimberley M.February 22, 2026
“Front desk staff & the MA who took my history were very friendly! FNP Janet Austen was very attentive, thorough, and personable. I felt like she took serious note of my concerns instead of brushing them off. The office itself is easy to find and well-kept.”
Dlynn W.August 18, 2025

About Janet Austen

Janet Austen, CRNP-F, graduated from Mount Saint Mary’s College in Newburgh, New York, with her B.S.N. She earned her M.S.N. in Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Maryland School of Nursing. Janet worked as a nurse for 30 years with her B.S.N. Her experience includes serving as Charge Nurse of a Surgical Intensive Care Unit and floating across multiple hospital departments, including medical intensive care, emergency room, pediatrics, orthopedics, kidney transplant unit, cardiac care unit, and medical-surgical units. She currently works as a Family Nurse Practitioner and has spent the last 17 years practicing in internal medicine, primary care, and urgent care, continually expanding her experience and knowledge. Her clinical interests include diabetes and hypertension. She enjoys helping people.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
High cholesterol
High cholesterol

Other popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Arthritis
Dust Allergy
Ear Infection
Foot Injuries
Illness
Sleep Problems
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Annual Physical
Arthritis
Dust Allergy

Office locations

PrimeDoc Primary Care (1 of 3)
7307 MacArthur Blvd, Ste 207, Bethesda, MD 20816
PrimeDoc Primary Care (2 of 3)
5530 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 103, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
PrimeDoc Primary Care (3 of 3)
5450 Knoll N Dr, Ste 160, Columbia, MD 21045
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • The George Washington University Hospital

Education and training

  • University of Maryland School of Nursing, Master's in Nursing

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1417149337

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.97
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
4.96
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It was great! Dr. Austen heard my concerns and supported me throughout the process and I surely appreciate her for that.
Verified patient
Empathetic and knowledgeable provider. Helped where my regular pcp had failed.
This was a great experience. Everyone was friendly, put me at ease, and it happened in a timely manner!
Verified patient
Just lovely! So glad I found her and this office. Everyone was super pleasant and kind.
Very straightforward I was in and out. The Doctor seemed nice and genuine
Verified patient
Everyone was nice and felt like listening to me and explaining next steps.
Janet Austen, FNP was very professional and explanatory. I would recommend!
Verified patient
The doctor is great, super attentive and kind, I highly recommend her!
Verified patient
The doctor is great, super attentive and kind, I highly recommend her
Verified patient
Thank you Janet,my son was well taken care of by you and your team.
Verified patient
I was very satisfied with my first visit. Very friendly staff.
Verified patient
doctor was great and staff was professional and caring.
Verified patient
I saw Dr. Janet Austen for a pap smear and appreciated her bedside manner. For example: she explained what to expect before the exam and then checked in during the exam to make sure I was still comfortable. The office setting was welcoming and the staff were friendly. I plan to see her again in the future.
Verified patient
Front desk staff & the MA who took my history were very friendly! FNP Janet Austen was very attentive, thorough, and personable. I felt like she took serious note of my concerns instead of brushing them off. The office itself is easy to find and well-kept.
Verified patient
Janet was phenomenal, as was the rest of her staff. Very polite and kind. I would highly recommend her to anyone, and I plan on seeing her again in the future.
Verified patient
I saw Janet Austen, FNP. She was a very compassionate and helpful provider. She made me feel heard, understood, and taken care of!
Verified patient
Very friendly and caring environment
Verified patient
I had an excellent experience. Dr. Austen was awesome. She listened to all my concerns and referred me to the appropriate doctor for my conditions. I would recommend her to others.
Verified patient
Dr. Hayford was great. He is personable, kind, and many other great descriptives! I felt like he was a family member! He was professional but very down to earth! I really feel as though he really cares! I just had my follow-up and appreciated that he really tried to address everything and problem-solve through come of my concerns. He is great! I have been searching for a primary care physician. I think I have found one now! I am grateful!
Verified patient
Great service and very friendly staff. Everyone including the doctor explained things to me multiple times and were of great assistance in making me feel comfortable.
Verified patient
Great experience. The doctor catered to my issues, knew my medical background and exactly what medication to issue. She listened to my inquiries and concerns and applied her feedback with care
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Janet Austen is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.

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Where is Janet Austen's office located?

Janet Austen has 3 office locations, including in Columbia, Chevy Chase, and Bethesda, view full addresses on Janet Austen's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Janet Austen?

Janet Austen frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Arthritis, Illness, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Janet Austen on their profile.

What languages does Janet Austen speak?

Janet Austen speaks English.

How do patients rate Janet Austen in reviews?

65 patients have reviewed Janet Austen. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.97/5. They have a 4.96/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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