I have seen Dr Fairbanks for two years from the first day. I met him. He had nothing good to say…read more He always put me down and he me very rude. I don't like people talking to He has to be the worst doctor in America. he never done anything for me. He never me. He always you what to do though he never asked what's the never you anything like that he will disrespect you. I had to see a to get me a pain management doctor to do some injections on my back. He tells everyone that he's the only doctor in Louisiana That was subscribe pain meds. He's a liar. He's a big fraud and if I was anyone, I would read this and I would think about seeing another doctor before I would see him. I'm telling you you're going to learn your lesson if you go see him anytime I would go see him. have to wait 2 1/2 Hours to sit in his office for five minutes and I would have to drive two hours one way just to see him and two hours back that was a whole to doctor that disrespect you.

6/15/2021 I have…read morenever in my life ever met a physician with a more distasteful bed side manner than Mr. Fairbanks. I was referred to him via my neurologist for a nerves disorder that is (quote) "the most painful disorder known to medicine) I drove 2.5 hours to see Mr Fairbanks, which I didn't mind because quality local physicians are scarce in our small rural community. Upon arrival, the staff was courteous and the waiting room was quite full. I filled out 3 pages of paperwork. No big deal. The overall wait to be called back and see the physician was only 30-45 minutes. Again, no complains, I expected a wait given the number of patients in the room. However, There were multiple (10, give or take) patients that were in an out, apparently just there to pick up their prescriptions. Again, no judgment. Once my name was called we (my mama came with bc I can't drive which is another story) The nurse brings me back for vitals and we are quickly seated in a curtain room. Waiting patiently, we hear, what we assume to be the DR, approach the patient in the next curtain (room) The Dr. (Fairbanks) opens the other patients curtain, asks him how he is, small chat, then informs him that he we refill his pain medication and to have a good day. Next Dr Fairbanks opens my curtain (door) He immediately begins to tell me that he knows that I am in excruciating pain, but you will just become an addict, and he will not aid me in any way. "I have the DEA on this shoulder and the state on this shoulder!" (I've got a knife to my through" -he said "If I prescribe you anything opioid wise you'll become an addict!" The entire time I was not allowed to say one word. If I attempted, he would immediately hush me with his hand. He then proceeded to inform me that the only thing he would offer to help me, is to aid in getting me a medical marijuana card. HOWEVER he then informed me, that my insurance will not cover the medication, nor will it cover his cost and that I will have to pay HIM directly out of pocket. He quickly informed me the cost would be $2,500- $3000 PER YEAR!! I was absolutely Speechless. He then stormed out of the curtain room and began yelling at, what I can only assume to be a nurse. My mother and I waiting for someone to return with no success. After a while, we finally found our way back out to the waiting room. Where I was offered a follow up appointment card. Needless to say I will not be returning. ---negative star I write this as a cautionary tale. This Dr has lost all sight of his ethics training and doesn't have his patience well being in mind. I hope this helps someone out there. . By the way I have TBI, Trigeminal Neuralgia, POTS, hashimotos, ect

I have been to Mid-State Orthopedics twice to see Dr. Randall. His P. A. was the one who took care…read moreof me both times, which I don't have a problem with him. He did a good job for what I needed done. But I would much rather Dr, Randall come in and either do my procedures or tell me Hey I'm Dr. Randall and my P. A. will be taking care of you today. I would not recognize him if I went back tomorrow!

May I Express my sincerest gratitude to the Team of Dr. Jamie Rister (innovative and optimistic). I…read morelocated with the Mid-South team, Pineville office. I fractured my hand on a visit to Louisiana and didnt think I would ever have a grip again. First of all, his office called my name within 10 minutes of arriving each time and then Dr. Rister comforted me by fully explaining how he would align my bones, the surgery process, and the healing expectations. He far exceeded my expectations and he has THE MOST AMAZING staff ever. Thank you giving me my grip back.

30 minutes on Hold, obviously too busy. With 12 physicians on staff you would think they would have…read moreadequate staffing.

VERY LIMITED knowledge. The nurses and staff have no personality. They leave people who need help…read moreto help themselves, which is cruel when the people can't walk 'fast enough' or can't walk at all. Don't try to follow the rules they set, because they will berate you for it. The doctor I had was thorough, but not timely. We're still waiting on corrective surgery, six months later. The doctors are never available for phone calls, and the nurses have no idea what to say or ask to you or the doctors. The X ray staff was at a total loss and very rough with us. We left in more pain than when we arrived. If you are in a real bind, the floors and sidewalk will hurt like a mother. They only accept specific insurances, and they won't even entertain a question about which ones they actually take. If you have a superficial problem and love paying money to wait and be treated like a burden, this is your place. Demanded $400 IMMEDIATELY after a four hour wait. We got a plastic splint from a plaster one. The check out woman would not listen to any information about our insurance.

Excellent care. Answers questions and concerns in a professional, timely manner. I feel like the…read moredoctors and nurse practitioners listen to me and take very good care of me and my family. In May 2019, I was not able to get an appointment with rheumatoid arthritis physicians in Hammond until July and Dr. Chaisson saw me two days after I called his office. He took care of my ailments and answered all of my concerns in a compassionate caring way. He returns my calls and explains everything to me in a detailed way an ensures I understand before hanging up with me.

I've been dealing with severe arthritis in both of my knees for nearly 30 years now and the staff…read moreand doctors are very knowledgeable and have always treated me with the outmost courtesy. Very professional and the only doctor to have ever given me any type of relief. I give this place five stars you couldn't ask for a better doctor.

I recently broke my femur in a freak accident. Dr Leddy was the Orthopedic Surgeon and he was…read moreamazing great bedside manner showed patience, concern and took time to explain what he had to do surgically. Ordered rehab and home rehab care. I will never go to any other Orthopedics other than Mid State!! I have had 2 surgeries done by Dr Jeffrey Garrison a right knee replacement that surgery went extremely well and now right broken femur that had to have a rod put down and secured!! Both Surgeons are excellent!! They're the best

The last doctor I saw there..was there 3:times.. always different one ..the last oneon August 21…read more. Around..was supposed to call in a prescription...for my arthritis..said was all over...and made me sign ok to get my records from my kidney doctor...so he could prescribe the right medicine...to this day... no call back...I called several times...for update... Was told by today August 2 would take care of... Nothing... I called again today...call center said. No record of my calls... My next appointment. Is for MRI But want this resolved first... They are great. In office.very professional...and. Nice Just no follow up