Hello again! I am a…read morerepeat patient of Chrichton Rehab/East Hills. All I can say is...THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU!!! Michelle, Shelly, Mark, Brenda & Lisa and all the others I've had the pleasure of attending to my every need while at my visits. I am finally finished with my therapy! WOO-HOO! Please take this comment in the way it is entended...I hope I don't have to be back any time soon! :) I couldn't have been in better hands through out my time there. I have given your name, address, and phone numbers to many others that are in need of compationate and very dedicated therapists who are looking for relief from their pain. I also want to thank each and every one of you that are aware of my husbands condition for working with me to either reschedule my appointments or for just giving me the support that I needed to get through another day. I will miss each and every one of you more than words could ever express. You are the greatest! My heartfelt thanks to one and all...God bless each and every one of you! Keep on smiling! :) Rhonda E. Hoffman :0)

I visited this office for a free consultation in October 2011. From the moment I came through the…read moredoor, the staff were all incredibly friendly. The ladies at the front desk are knowledgable and personable and I already felt welcome there. This also helped to calm my nerves as I had never been to a chiropractor before. During my consultation, the entire process, including techniques and methods, was laid out for me very thoroughly. There was never any question at all about the kind of care that I needed or how it would be done. By my second visit, everyone knew my name. I've never had that in any other doctor's office before, and it creates a very welcoming atmosphere. And again, everyone in the Advanced Chiropractic office is friendly, welcoming, professional, and completely willing to help you out if you have any questions at all. It didn't take long for me to start noticing the results of chiropractic. Working in front of a computer, I was so accustomed to my back and neck pain that I never even realized how bad it was. On top of that, I was getting headaches nearly every single day. Thanks to the doctors at Advanced Chiropractic, I no longer experience chronic back and neck pain like I did before. And the headaches? Virtually gone. (Thank you, Dr. TJ!) The doctors talk to you and get to know about your life and how you've been. I saw Dr. Richard once because my regular doctor, Dr. TJ, was away. He asked me about my writing -- which means that he knew a little bit about me and my background. And I wasn't even one of his regular patients. Incredibly impressive. During one of these chats, my sister mentioned to Dr. Laura that she'd had an ear infection for a month. The medicine from her doctor wasn't working and she was frustrating with not being able to hear out of one of her ears. Dr. Laura adjusted her ear (yes, her ear!) and it opened right up. She had no trouble whatsoever after that. I look forward to my visits to Advanced Chiropractic. It's obvious that everyone there loves what they do and they are very passionate about their field. If you're looking for doctors who are absolutely willing to go the extra mile for your care, look no further. It's a shame that Yelp has filtered out so many of Advanced's reviews. If you read Monchi M.'s review, don't listen to it. That sounds absolutely nothing like this office (it seems that reviewer has a propensity for giving 1 star ratings to businesses coast to coast -- I'd be suspicious of THAT). Everything said in that review couldn't be further from the truth. This office cares about its patients, goes out of its way to please them, and is not "money chasing" at all. As a patient with no insurance, I was surprised at how inexpensive it is (I can get an adjustment for less than $30). I can't say enough good things about Advanced Chiropractic in Altoona, Pa. When you come here, you're dealing with professionals who love what they do. I can't imagine going anywhere else.

I'd be suspicious of this place. Patient-pleasing really isn't their forte…read more I went to Dr. MacDonald as I was looking for a new chiropractor. As with most doctors, they don't want to speak with you on the phone, but expect you to come to the office to speak with them...via an appt. I don't work like that when I'm looking for a new doctor. I want a few basic questions answered first. Why should I waste my money on an appt. if you don't offer the type of care I'm looking for. Novel concept, I know. I told the receptionist I wanted to speak with the doctor first, to ask about his treatment technique; she insisted on making an appt. and I declined. She took my name and number anyway. About a week later, his office called, to find out if I wanted to schedule an appt. I told her that once Dr. M. returns my call to answer some basic questions that I'd then consider making an appt. She tried to run interference by asking what my questions were and once she learned they were technical in nature about the different kinds of chiropractic techniques - SOT, Gonstead, Diversified, etc - she admitted that she didn't know. So another week passes until he finally calls me back. He was polite and professional. I asked my questions and decided to give him a chance. I told him what kinds of treatment I was accustomed to and what I didn't like in chiropractic care. Some treatments are harsh and can hurt. I finally go to see him and he asked again what I liked and didn't like. It felt like a repeat of the phone conversation. I asked him if he didn't recall us having this same conversation on the phone beforehand. He looked at me with that "Oh crap" look, as I was holding him accountable for speaking with me. He came back with a slick excuse that he didn't jot down any notes at that time and he apologized. Hmppfff. The treatment went okay and he was quick to advise that I schedule 2-3 treatments/week until we get me back into shape - carefully chosen words, as he didn't say "back into alignment", since he said during the treatment that I didn't seem to have any spinal alignment problems. I mentioned my previous treatment regimen and who I had seen before him and wanted to know if he could follow some of that regimen to get me started under his care. He agreed and said that he'd contact my previous doctor to have my "care file" sent over. So, it was my turn, I was slick enough to tell him that I wanted him to review the file before I made a 2nd appt. - to give him time to develop a plan for my chiropractic needs. He didn't know what to say as I got the impression he doesn't usually have patients say that. He agreed. So he scribbled something in the file and sent me to the front desk. Apparently, what he scribbled had nothing to do with what we just spoke about. The receptionist was eager to make a 2nd appt. and I had to go through the whole spiel again about him getting my old file. What a PITA! I waited a week and called his office to find out if they had the file yet - NO. Another week went by and his office called this time to set up an appt. I asked if they finally had the file and the receptionist had NO CLUE what I was talking about. She put me on hold and then got back to me - no file yet, STILL! At this point I was getting suspicious. I doesn't take two weeks to get a filed transferred. A whole month goes by. His office calls me to schedule a follow-up. Again, we go through the same issue about them getting the file. Now the excuses start coming - how they must've forgotten to request it from the previous doctor, BUT...they would be happy to schedule a next appointment. I declined and insisted that they get the file before we proceed. Out of curiosity, I called my old chiropractor to ask if they ever got a request to send my file to the new chiropractor - the answer was NO! I never heard from his office again. My recommendation - stay clear of this chiropractor. He, and/or his staff, has poor follow-through if you are going to him after being cared for by another chiropractor. **Rebuttal to 6/12/13 comments** It's simply incredible how you attempt to chide and chastise a reviewer for an honest opinion. In regards to my California information, you have heard of this concept called 'moving', 'relocating'?? Yes? People do it all the time. Moreover, the matter of my review was handled discretely as Dr. MacDonald messaged me privately and it was discussed further. I get the distinct impression that you didn't confer with Dr. M. before you posted this retort or you would've known that he already addressed it privately. For you to post something publicly 18+ months after my initial review screams desperation, to discredit any reviewer who is not giving you a 5-star rating. For shame! Additionally, I don't even know who you are as you're not the doctor who treated me, that was Dr. M. Unfortunately, there's nothing to 'clear up' 18+ months after the fact. The way in which my case was handled was unacceptable.

Brandon makes me feel comfortable during my appointments. He never pressures me to come back for…read moreanother adjustment and is always able to alleviate my back pain. I couldn't ask for a better Chiropractor.

First experience with back dr. Place is very clean an professional. Brandon listens to what ur…read moresaying an does whatever he can to make u feel comfortable. Understands when u have to swap ur sessions around cause of a busy life.

Dr Burke took me as an emergency surgery after I fell. He did 2 level ACDF with great skill. The…read morefollow ups were timely and a year later, my neck is doing great! The PA, Elizabeth Heverly was also friendly and helpful.

Dr. Kulback is a wonderful chiropractor - he's friendly and efficient, and last year when I threw…read moremy back out, he had me up and walking pain-free again after only three sessions! Dr. Harrison is a great optometrist, too. Very sweet and helpful. The real star of this office, though, is Lydia ... she is always working hard and always kind. She makes you feel truly cared for and we have become friends through this office! She keeps the place running smoothly and takes the time and care to know their patients by name and needs. If you're looking for new doctors of this kind, give them a try!

Dr. Kulback (optometrist) gave me a more careful and more thorough eye exam than I've had in…read moreyears. She didn't rush through it at all and she answered all my questions without making me feel like I was wasting her time. I was only visiting Johnstown for a couple of weeks and needed to replace my damaged glasses,so I wish I had somebody this good back home. Her prices are very reasonable, too.

Dr. Corey was very attentive and listened to what I had to say. She took her time and explained the…read moreprocess and made sure I had an understanding of the treatment. No condescending Dr. speak. Between the front desk, nurses and the Dr. I felt well cared for.

Ben listens and explains everything before he adjusts you. He also takes the time to show you what…read moreexercises you need to do to get better. I highly recommend him. He's the best chiropractor I've been to. The offices staff is very nice as well.

If you want the best in true chiropractic care - Dr. Ben is the real deal !!…read moreHe is an expert in his field and is in this profession to truly help you regain your health. His office staff are excellent and his fees are extremely reasonable. Seriously - when you need a chiropractor - you need to call Dr. Lechene.

He was excellent in what he did for so many people!!! He explained everything to the family members…read moreand the patient! Very much appreciated!