Passport Health Dallas - Skillman Travel Clinic

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, as patients were settling in for their routine check-ups, an unusual announcement came over the clinic’s intercom: ‘Attention all visitors and staff—your passport photos will now be taken by our very own resident photographer, Mr. Zoom-Lens!’ As it turned out, Mr. Zoom-Lens had a knack for capturing unique expressions. A delivery driver ended up with his eyes closed and a big smile, while a neighbor looked like she was posing for a modeling shoot instead of a passport photo. Even the doctor, mid-consultation, found himself frozen in a peculiar pose, hands in the air, mouth open wide. By lunchtime, everyone had a good laugh—and some hilarious memories to share on social media.

2. In the waiting room one afternoon, a small dog named Max started barking uncontrollably whenever he saw the nurse's white coat. No one could figure out why until it happened again—this time, even the doctor joined in with a laugh. Finally, an intern asked gently, ‘Max, do you miss your owner?’ The dog calmed down immediately and looked towards the door. Sure enough, there stood his beloved owner, holding a bag of treats. Everyone laughed as they watched Max trot over for a cuddle, leaving behind the silly nurse’s coat.}

3. One day while a nurse was preparing vaccines, she heard someone whispering behind her. ‘Excuse me,’ said a concerned voice from the hallway, ‘can you tell me where I can get my passport stamped here?’ She turned around and saw just an ordinary guy in a fedora hat smiling back at her. 'Oh,' she replied, 'you want your travel documents checked? Just ask anyone here!' The man nodded politely and walked away. Later that afternoon, another nurse found him outside, trying to stamp his hat with a pen. He explained he thought it would count as his passport too.'

4. In the quiet hallway of Passport Health Dallas, a regular noticed something odd on the reception desk one morning. Among the usual forms and brochures lay a tiny, handwritten sign that read: ‘Lost passport? Visit us before your trip!’ A delivery driver stopped by later that day, puzzled by the note. He joked, 'I lost my appetite last week—maybe I can find it here?' A neighbor passing by laughed and said, 'Next time you lose something important, just come here!' And so, the little sign became part of Passport Health Dallas’ quirky charm.