When you walk in there's almost always a smiling face to greet you, I like that. Feeling invisible…read moreat your Drs office just shouldn't happen. I don't return to offices where that's the Norm rather than th exception. Its clean. A decent selection of reading material. I generally see Dr Kola as I'm a long established patient. I'm 100% satisfied with the care I receive. As a final note the nurses, MAs, PAs, are out of this world. They can answer almost anything you need to know, and often do yet they still bring it up to the Dr. for the final word. I can highly recommend this office for pain control, and injury assessment, and care.

I'll probably want another appointment treatment on my upper hip.. still a path of numb burn…read moreand discomfort from my right upper hip down my thigh.. not as bad but still not good either .. but... I'd prefer Dr Cole if possible . The other doctor is fine but the attending nurse although she is probably very experienced lol didn't shut up for a minute.. and it was like diareah of the mouth lol she went on and on about her work experience like a job interview .. and when I'm about to go through a procedure that is not very comfortable I'd prefer calm quiet and the full attention from the doctor and nurse... I couldn't relax with the chatter.. I would suggest perhaps they play some native American flute music or nature sounds during the procedure... and conduct interviews at another time. Please tell them What I said..

Very Disappointing Experience -- Lack of Professionalism and Care…read more There are too many negative things to mention, but I'll start with the front desk. The receptionist is consistently rude, and the music in the lobby is so loud that it's difficult to hear or communicate. It feels very unprofessional, especially with the TV also playing information about procedures and products -- the two competing noises make the environment unpleasant. Every time I've come in, the music seems even louder. When I first saw the doctor, he mentioned that the VA sends too much information to read through, which was concerning. I explained my symptoms, and he told me to come back for injections. A few days later, I returned and was given two injections -- but it turns out they were done in the wrong area, as confirmed by my VA doctor after reviewing the referral and MRI. The VA doctor clarified that the injections I received were not what he had referred me for. When I brought the correct documentation back to Apollo Pain Management, the doctor seemed visibly irritated. During that visit, he performed the requested injections but did not use lidocaine or any numbing agent beforehand. His demeanor made me feel as if I had done something wrong, which added unnecessary stress to an already painful situation. At my follow-up visit, the experience was much the same -- rude front desk staff, loud music, and a doctor who did not review my MRI or referral. When I mentioned that I didn't get the expected relief, he implied it was my fault and refused to perform further injections in the areas requested by my referring doctor. I will not be returning to this location. The environment is unwelcoming, and if the physician cannot take the time to review a referral or MRI, it's hard to trust the quality of care being provided. On a positive note, the PA and the male nurse were both very professional, courteous, and caring. They were the only bright spots in this entire experience.

Been coming here for years now! Dr. Warren and Victoria are great! Staff is pretty great too!…read moreEveryone is very helpful and accommodating.

Dr Infante fixed my meniscus tear and I was walking same day as surgery. His staff is very friendly…read moreand professional. Would recommend him 100%

Back in December, 2000, I was air lifted to TGH. Luckily for me, Dr Infante was the head of…read moreorthopedic, there at that time. I had 6 broken bones. I don't ride motorcycles any more, however he recently did a total knee and hip on me, in the same year. He is the best out there! He's with (Florida Orthopedic) if you want the best. As the other reviewer noted you are walking the same day for a hip, and the next day for a total knee.

The initial appointment with "Barbie" surgeon dressed in a form fitted jump suit with fushia shoes…read moreand eyeglasses was almost humerus except that she couldn't show me where my break was in my wrist. I worked in healthcare for 30 years and would have sent her home to dress appropriately. Thankfully her NP at later visits was intelligent and educated. The business never considered how many appointments were authorized for me and just saw me continuously until they ran out and then told me to go get more so I could continue my care. The NP told me that the office would request PT for me then 3 weeks later when I called they said they I needed to do that which delayed my physical therapy by 6 weeks; that's a lot for a broken dominant hand wrist. I will never go back there.

Initially I saw Dr. Avi Kumar for an evaluation for a shoulder problem. After a few rudimentary…read moremovements he summarized I needed a shoulder implant. 10 minutes Day of surgery I saw him pre-op for about two minutes. Since then I have been bounced around with PA's and physical therapists. Seems no one stays working with Coastal very long. There is virtually no after care and appointments are continually being changed..as far as a month in advance for a PA! I need the opposite shoulder repaired next but I am thinking I won't go through this again especially with Coastal. Find another orthopedic Dr. if you can that is not connected to Coastal!!

SCAM ARTIST!!! STAY AWAY!!!!…read more If I could give them a 0 I would. So I made an appt worth him bc I found out 2 days prior to my appt my Dr had an issue with their license. I call around his office had an opening Friday should have been my red flag but anyway. They wanted 408$ for a cash appt. Thank God I brought up my insurance and only paid 250 and thank God I paid with my debit card bc I will be disputing the charges. He tells me that number 1 he doesn't prescribe on the first visit and number 2 no one in his office gets what I have been on for over 3 years. And that his plan is to detox me and prescribe me something not as strong. Basically leave me in excruciating pain for 2 weeks not being able to do anything or care for my children just bc no one else in his practice gets what I'm getting. He treats his patients with uniformity and that is a bad Dr in my eyes. Not everyone's pain in the same and unfortunately for him muy tolerance doesn't go down even after 2 weeks. Trust me I've tried myself. My dad told me I should have squeezed his balls and said would you treat me for the same pain you're feeling right now?!? I paid for him to treat my pain. He didn't. So they either need to refund me willingly or I will dispute it. End of story. 408 dollars to tell people he doesn't prescribe on the first visit. Sure bc they don't ever be back and he just made 400 bucks off of them. Biggest scam ever!!!

I went into see Dr. Cases because I was a patient in Tampa of Tampa Pain Relief center and he…read moreapparently isn't actually affiliated with them,only ina general sense.My records couldn't be reviewed and even though I live 5 blocks away,I chose to follow my Physician to St. Pete to have two caudal epidurals performed on the fibromyalgia that is a symptom of a degenerative disc condition that has left me disabled.I would like to give Dr. Cases a chance,rather than drive 1 hour and 20 minutes round trip and hopefully will be able to do so.He seemed fine,however wanted to change a couple of things without reviewing my condition.At 58 years of age I would like to be able to walk my dogs and enjoy a semblance of a life,even if the degenerative condition nhas left me on disability

What an amazing pain management center!!!…read more Dr. D, Cari, Karina and the whole staff have been SO wonderful! This is the type of practice where they really care about what you are going through and go above and beyond, trying their hardest to make you comfortable!! Thank you so so much to the whole team! 10/10!

I have been a patient at this clinic for over five years. I have always been treated respectfully…read moreand with dignity. The staff is professional, courteous, and they have always been patient and understanding with me. I am particularly pleased with Dr Daniachew. He treats me with respect and I believe he sincerely cares about my wellbeing. Very satisfied with this medical clinic.

If you're considering knee replacement surgery, I can tell you from personal experience that…read morechoosing Dr. Alvarez was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Dr. Alvarez is a true champion when it comes to knee surgery. From my very first appointment to my final follow-up, everything was handled with extraordinary skill, professionalism, and genuine care. The difference between my "before" and "after" is nothing short of remarkable. I have now had both knees replaced by Dr. Alvarez, and after the outstanding results from my first surgery, I actually looked forward to having the second one done. His entire staff deserves just as much praise. They are intelligent, compassionate, reassuring, and exceptionally good at what they do. Every person I encountered made me feel cared for, informed, and confident throughout the entire process. They work together like a well-oiled machine, and it shows. The results exceeded my expectations. Both times, I was walking without a walker within just two days after surgery. That didn't happen by accident--it happened because of Dr. Alvarez's surgical expertise and because I followed every instruction. I completed all of the pre-surgery exercises and committed fully to my physical therapy afterward. If you do your part and follow the doctor's orders, you'll be amazed at how quickly you regain your independence and get back on your feet. I cannot recommend Dr. Alvarez and his incredible team highly enough. They gave me not only two successful knee replacements but also the confidence and freedom to enjoy life again. Thank you, Dr. Alvarez and your wonderful staff, for changing my life.

He, and his PA Chuck, are wonderful. Both are down to earth. My knee replacement went great. Just…read moredays after surgery, I was walking without a walker.

Dr. Fernandez is an amazing Doctor. He is friendly and always listens to what I need to tell him…read moreabout what is going on with me. I have been a pain management patient for a few years and had a previous Doctor that I dreaded seeing every month. When I was blessed enough to be switched to Dr. Fernandez I was nervous, but he quickly put me at ease and now having to go to the doctor isn't so bad. The staff are always friendly and polite. There's always a bit of a wait, but it's not too bad and he's definitely worth it!

THE DOCTOR WHO IS AT THIS PAIN MEDICINE INSTITUTE NOW TREATED ME HORRIBLY. I'm a responsible…read moreperson; my family has been in this area for decades; and I'm a former award-winning teacher. I'm not a young kid, and I don't take pills to try to get high. I have had major back pain since I broke my hip with a very bad twisted type of break. When one has had a major trauma to their body, other problems can easily begin... such as arthritis, etc. Arthritis has been terrible, along with other pain producing problems. What I think might be sciatica (sorry for the spelling), began a while back, and is the worst pain I've ever experienced. Whether it's sciatica or something else, this pain makes it impossible to stand or walk more than a few steps without HAVING to sit down for a minute or so before being able to once again stand or walk. It continues happening, so often it makes it impossible to go anywhere, or even do much around the house. I got an appt. at this office with only doctor there (whose last name starts with G ), and waited nearly 3 weeks for the appt. They require their patients to fill out 15 or 16 pages of personal information, which I did, being completely honest. They also require their patients to arrive 30 minutes prior to their actual appt. time. Finally, the day of my appointment arrived, and of course there was a long time in the waiting room. After finally being led back into one of their little rooms, and answering again all the questions on their papers, the guy told me the doctor would be in in just a minute. A while more of waiting, and then a girl came in to tell me that Dr. G. didn't think I was a good fit for what he did!!!!!!!!! She couldn't really tell me why, except to say that he liked to use physical therapy, etc. in his practice. Well, why in the heck wasn't I told that when I called for the appt. 3 weeks ago? If so, I could have found another doctor, and not have wasted 3 weeks waiting for absolutely nothing!!!! So here I am, having waited 3 weeks for the appt. with a pain doctor whose job, I thought, was to try to alleviate his patient's pain... But he didn't think 'we were a good match', so now I have to start all over again to find a doctor, get an appt., and wait to see that doctor. I was unable to drive to my appt., so I had to get a friend to leave work to take me across town for this "non-appointment." Not only did I waste my own time,,, but I wasted the time of a good friend who should have been at work rather than sitting in a doctor's office for no reason! My friend heard a gentleman come out from his appt., talking about how unhappy he was with Doctor G. and his appt.... that he would never be back, and that he was going to find another doctor. What's happening with the Hippocratic Oath these days?

Dr.Johnston at Bradenton Arthritis Center is by far, one of the most knowledgeable Rhematologists…read morein the area. She has helped my condition and is very caring. The office personnel are caring and knowledgeable and the office is run very well. I couldn't be happier with my care there. They have a well run infusion and diagnostics lab also. I am very happy with this office and my care here.

Dr. Manohar and her team are spectacular. I don't know what I would have done without these people…read morewhen my rheumatoid arthritis hit. If you are reading this, you know how hard it is to find a rheumatologist, let alone a spectacular one. Because everyone in this practice is so wonderful, they are insanely busy. I have also had good experiences at their sister location in Sarasota, and I believe they have another one in Venice. I think most of the rheumatologists work out of more than one location. If you are looking for a kind, patient, highly knowledgeable practitioner with a good team, I can't overstate what a wise choice it would be to find your way here. Like everyone else I know who goes here, at some point you will be speaking of your doctor as one of the best doctors you've worked with in any specialty. I am beyond grateful to Dr. Manohar, her assistants, the phlebotomist, and the people who work in the front office. I may not have been lucky in my genes, but I have been very lucky in the

Never saw the doctor after waiting an hour. The waiting room had about 15 patients in it and it…read morewasn't hard to figure out that they were all there for pain medication. Once I realized what kind of practice this was, I asked for my co-pay charges to be reversed and left. I went there in good faith and with all my records in hand and never even saw the doctor. Didn't realize that this was nothing more than a place to get drugs.

Florida Spine Institute is good pain management and was very compassionate about pain and how they…read morecan help you.