Car did illegal uturn on road and i tboned him on a motorcycle at a high rate of speed. Shattered…read moremy right leg from knee down dislocated my thumb (which was diagnosed 4 months after diagnosis), and shattered dont index finger & knuckle. Went to 2 Pt centers and was at each one for 6 days and progress started declining. Spoke with my physical dr Anthony (great physical doctor) and he recommended this Pt. Kristen, Mackenzie, Doreen, Gloria and the 3 other ladies who have helped (which I don't remember their names) as well as everyone in the building is amazing. Kristen has been amazing for my hand. Mackenzie has been amazing for my leg. Both have made huge progress and did within the first 10 days. Highly recommend, amazing environment with great people, took on projects that other pt places couldn't achieve progress on.

First of all, I had a few visits with Dr.Koretoff and had a great experience with both him and the…read morefront desk. They always answered the phone right away and he was very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He then referred me to the physical therapy office next door and that's where the issues began. Since the first time I called, nobody ever picks up, I called 20+ times in a span of 2 weeks and each time the automated phone system made me listen to a 5 minute message about the history of San Diego Sports Medicine and the different location's phone numbers and then would proceed to hang up on me. The few times it did let me leave a message, nobody ever got back to me. It seems like nobody works at the front desk for some reason. When they finally got back to me, they made an appointment for me with the specific PT that Dr.Koretoff had requested. I was 3 weeks out from the earliest appointment which was not ideal but I had no choice but to wait. When I finally received the appointment reminder the week before the appointment, it said that the appointment will be with someone else, and not the person I had made the appointment with. The person at the front desk even confirmed that it will be with the PT I requested but that's not what they inputted in the system. As a result, I now have to wait another week to start PT. They offered no way to reconcile the situation even though it was their fault, and basically the conclusion was "tough luck, you have to pay for our mistake." In a separate conversation with the front desk again, they were explaining to me the difference between paying out of pocket vs going through insurance. They gave me the out of pocket rate but said that they can't confirm what the cost will be with insurance until I come in so I explained my deductible and the terms on my coverage to get her advice, the answer I got verbatim was "I've explained to you over and over again and it doesn't seem like you're understand so I think I'm wasting my time here." WTF? She only explained to me once, and basically indirectly called me dumb and told me I'm wasting her time? That's no way to talk to any patient especially if I'm being respectful. This is absolutely unacceptable. I don't care if you're having a bad day, you shouldn't be talking to people like that period, let alone if your job is customer service. This is absolutely the worst experience I've ever had with any front desk/customer service. It's like they hate their jobs. Do you guys no vet people before hiring them?

One year ago I was happily running on the beach in Encinitas when a wave came in closer than…read moreexpected. I sprinted to get out of the way and hurtled a small boulder. When I came down on my right foot I heard a loud "pop" and felt a tremendous pain in my butt. Turns out I avulsed all three hamstring attachments from my pelvis!! Thankfully I am friends with the former Chargers sports medicine chiropractor so he was my first phone call. He told me, quotation Dr.Tal David is the Best orthopedist!" So I went to Scripps urgent care to have it x-rayed to make sure no bone had dislodged with the attachments. The ER doctor said to me, "I hope you have a good orthopedist, do you?" I told him I had been referred to one but if he knew of one I wanted that referral to. He replied "Dr Tal David is the best in all of San Diego" I can happily report that I am running faster and farther and I'm stronger in every way post surgery. I'm hiking, paddle boarding and doing everything I did before and more. I have also had terrific functional physical therapy and Dr. David recommended a specific one in Encinitas, G3. I wouldn't trust my physical function to any other orthopedist. He is the best of the best.

What can I say, he is exceptional. Not only is he a great experienced surgeon that can put a…read moreshoulder back together with his eyes shut , but his bedside manner and caring for his patients is beyond what you get with most Dr's . He is just such a sweet guy too. Very humble and cordial. He is upfront, tells you what to expect upfront and actually see you himself for aftercare and check ups. His team is also fantastic. Caring and they keep everyone up to date on whats happening when your person gets out of surgery, what to expect and what to do. Just all around you feel that everyone is in the best hands. Hands down, I would recommend him every time and I actually do every time someone asks me about a surgeon here, as I also work in the Medical field.

Dr. Alexandra Myers is my PCP and OMT provider. Dr. Myers is laid back and easy to talk to. She…read moreoften recommends lifestyle and natural remedies where possible, though she does prescribe medications, too - definitely a more holistic approach than traditional physicians. She's one of the few osteopaths that still does osteopathic manipulation therapy (OMT). She has been so supportive of me as I recover from an injury. Dr. Myers also did not push SDSM's PT service. 5 stars for Dr. Myers. I'd call the staff average. Being nice to them does help. Their billing department and referral departments could use some work, though. I got overcharged, and it took them 5 months to resolve what should have been very simple. Meanwhile, the referral department can be very slooooow, and inflexible. I had requested a different provider, and my PCP agreed to the change. The referral department would not accept the substitution, claiming the doctor did not send them an official referral request. Of course, I don't find this out until after several months after I started with my provider that we didn't have a "legitimate" referral. I still recommend them, but with those caveats.

I have been fortunate to have been a patient of two amazing doctors at SDSM. I was a patient of…read moreDr. Elizabeth Williams until she left the clinic in 2023. Luckily, I was able to switch over to Dr. Koretoff's panel. Dr. Koretoff is one of the best providers I've ever had. He truly cares about his patients and listens to them. He's responsive to my questions and is willing to put in the time and effort to get the referrals or medications in that I need. I've had some serious health issues and know my body. I appreciate that Dr. Koretoff respects my concerns and refers me to a specialist when my medical history and/or symptoms warrant doing so. It's clear that he wants his patients to be healthy and have the best quality of life possible (even if it means having to engage in a prior authorization fight with an insurance company to do so. Additionally, the staff here - from x-ray tech to clinic staff - are friendly and treat me with respect. Thank you for keeping me healthy!

To preface, I've been getting chiropractic adjustments since I was about 4 years old, and have been…read moreto over 50 different chiropractors all over San Diego, Orange County, LA, and Southeast Michigan, so I have some experience in different treatments, and it's very easy for me to compare doctors. I currently receive chiro care for sports injuries and to maintain support for my gym workouts. I've been coming to Sorrento Valley Chiropractic since 2021 or so, after a family friend referred both my mom and I to Dr Tim Reed. He's been absolutely incredible in my health journey due to his brilliant knowledge of chiropractic, his modern adjustment style, and his detailed notes (something that not a lot chiropractors do). Tim has also been training another highly skilled chiropractor (Jordan) in his exact methods, so that when Tim eventually retires, Jordan will be able to replicate Tim's exact adjustment style and approach - again, something that is few and far between. Jamie, the other chiropractor (and office manager), is also very skilled and extremely friendly, should Tim or Jordan not be available. You're in good hands with these guys! They also offer massage and I believe acupuncture, and fortunately also take insurance. Thanks for keeping me on the right track Tim & Jamie!

I highly recommend this place -- I've been coming here for a few years now. Ofelia and Dr. J have…read morealways helped me so much with my back pain and stress. They are amazing, professional, and truly care about their patients. Recently my back got extremely tight again and I could barely move my neck. Unfortunately Dr. J was out of town, but as soon as I explained the situation and told him I needed help ASAP because it was more than just regular soreness, he immediately referred me to Dr. L. Dr. L was able to see me right away, adjusted my neck, and really helped me feel better instead of leaving me struggling while trying to find another place. I truly appreciate the care and professionalism from the whole team.

I sought treatment at this clinic for severe right knee pain and left feeling completely dismissed…read more My experience was especially disappointing because I had previously worked with another physical therapist years ago who conducted a thorough evaluation and ultimately referred me to a specialist clinic where I was formally fitted for a custom knee brace for my left knee. That level of care helped me understand my condition and provided a path forward. At this clinic, the evaluation consisted primarily of X-rays and having me walk a few steps back and forth. Based on that minimal assessment, I was told they didn't think anything was wrong. Despite clearly explaining that I suffer from significant knee pain and that my symptoms are affecting my daily life, there was no meaningful attempt to identify the cause, discuss treatment options, evaluate my strength or mobility in depth, or provide any plan for managing the pain. What made the experience even more frustrating was that I specifically told them about my previous knee brace and the circumstances that led to it being prescribed. Rather than exploring whether a similar evaluation or referral might be appropriate for my current right knee issues, I was left sitting for roughly 20 minutes before an administrative staff member came in simply to show me knee brace options they happened to have in stock. To add insult to injury, I paid nearly $150 out of pocket after insurance for what amounted to little more than X-rays, a brief walk across the room, and being shown products for sale. I received no meaningful assessment, no treatment plan, no referral, and no support for the severe knee pain that brought me there in the first place. I came looking for professional medical guidance and a thorough physical therapy assessment. Instead, I felt like my concerns were brushed aside and the focus shifted to selling products rather than understanding why I am experiencing significant pain. Patients deserve to be listened to, evaluated carefully, and given clear recommendations. Unfortunately, my experience was a costly waste of time and money.

My doctor is Kenneth Vitale and am I lucky. I did my research and found him and I cannot tell you…read morehow great he is. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, compassionate and listens completely. There is never a feeling like you are rushed when you go there. I also have to say his assistant, Brian, is the best! They will help you through any challenge you have or refer you to the source you need. I had knee issues and didn't think I would get any better. With Dr. Vitale's help and guidance, I'm on the road to recovery. It's a drive for me, but so worth it.

Dr. Sherman Did a Trauma Surgery on My Mom's Shattered femur. He was up against a lot of other…read morebodily traumas on her as well. So to give my opinion, without using my foul mouth. ; ) He Freaking Killed it!!!!!!! Like my mom's femur was his canvas and he went to town! We knew our mom had a lot of other things going on, and at her age and bone density and soon to be life style changes. We are so unbelievably grateful. I'm Mom's full time caregiver now to get her healthy, He is the first Surgeon I thought of for advice on her resent MRI of L2-S1. I never had the chance to meet him, my older sister did. She said he is very straight forward, to the point. She said he's a lot nicer than me. We say it's a Sherman trait, Most call us Sherman Tanks. We are very Grateful for Everything Dr. Sherman and his staff did for our mom.

I was brutally injured by a pitbull. Broken arms, hands, nerves sake torn out of my arms. My…read morehusband saved my life by jumping on the dog where by the dog whipped around and sliced his face. I was saved by him. Dr. Sherman saved my life by putting me back together. He was amazing and thought outside of the box to make it work. He had to knit the nerves back to the tentons . Beseides restting the bones and so on. Trauma is his gift to those of us who need it. Amazing..I'm steal learning to type without a lot of errors, but at least he made it possible.

First off, he took my case when it happened to be very complicated and touched by two other…read moresurgeons. Dr. McClurg is very professional and knowledgeable. He will give you all your options and together, come up with a plan. He is a very good surgeon and happens to be a busy doctor, wait times happen. He has fit me in, multiple times, with urgent needs. His whole staff is also phenomenal. I have never felt more at home in a doctors office. Carlos is so nice, always smiling and happy to do his job. Lizeth is very nice and always willing to help me. They are a pretty busy office so, leave a voicemail if they do not answer the phone. They will get back to you as soon as they can. Over all, phenomenal doctors office. I love coming in to see them even if I'm actively in pain. If you need a second opinion by anyone or just need an orthopedic consult, Dr. McClurg is your guy. He will not pressure you into something you don't need. He will lay out all your options for you to choose from and answer any question you may have.

I have a great news, my last surgery was 9-17-24, got stitches out 9-27-24, I am showing promising…read moreprogress thanks to Dr. McClurg the fact that he noticed something was not on 9-13-24, helped insure that I would get mobility in middle finger. I started Occupational Therapy in mid October, and the scar is h ealing beautifully!!

Save yourself a few minutes and skip reading this review and call and go in and get yourself fixed…read more Or spend 5 minutes that you will never get back and keep reading. Surfing is my favorite thing to do. I hadn't surfed for a year and a half. I tried everything to get my knee back to health but the doctors said I need a knee replacement. The surgeon didn't want to do it though because I was only 45 years old and he wanted to wait till I was older so it could last me till death. He said he would do it if I really wanted but couldn't guarantee it would help. I tried everything from experimental injections, to stem cells to supplements to red lights to braces and pretty much anything you can buy to help. I have spent a lot of money on this knee. Just google osteoarthritis and you will see that everybody is saying they got the cure. Finally, as the last thing before just sayin f... it and getting surgery. I started looking into sports medicine and physical therapy. I started with some bs online programs and even bought one. But it wasn't tailored to my specific problem. A generic program can help but you want to target the problem and work on that directly for the best results. I had torn the meniscus 2-3 times over the last 15 years but never got it fixed. Doctors won't do an mri and tell you to ice and rest. Now I have osteoarthritis on the lateral side of my right knee. This degradation of my knee was not just from getting older. It was from living life to the fullest and shredding... from soccer to baseball to basketball to skateboarding to snowboarding and most of all surfing and everything in between . I just wanted to talk to some people locally that would see me and get their thoughts on if they could help. After speaking with a few other places, I finally found Colton at functional performance institute. I actually had an appointment somewhere else prior but they had to reschedule due to the main guy not being available. They wanted to have me see another person there that wasn't the specialist. This was after they told me how great that guy was and that I had to be seen by him. Thank god for that as it continued my search. I'm sure a lot of the other places are good, but why have good when you can have great? From the first phone call with Colton, I knew this place was different. He set up a free consultation and told me hey if I could help you great, and if I can't, good luck. Long story short I went in and he did some tests on my movements and pain and flexibility. He let me know that my knees were no worse than professional athletes that are still playing and he set up a program to strengthen the right parts of my legs and body to support my knees. He told me I had to commit to the program he sets up and to myself if I want this to work. He built a custom plan targeting the muscles used for surfing to help protect my knee. Fast forward 5 months, I started to feel much better and stronger, so I booked a weeklong surf trip in Nicaragua. Pumping, fast pitching barrels, yeah, what was I thinking right? Honestly, my buddies made me go since I was so bummed out for the longest time. They said just go and kick it, even if you don't surf it will be best week of my life. Surfed all day everyday. I continued rehab when I got back and now surf regularly again. I definitely am more careful and I don't go every day but I feel good and confident in my knees again and have no pain. Everybody here kicks ass from the front desk to Colton to the other therapists, they are all awesome and complement each other well. Brian is another therapist here and there is literally no drop off in his skills or knowledge. When I first met him, I was thinking okay...here we go, I'm being pushed down the line to the new guy who just took an online class but boy was I wrong. If I would have started with him on the first day, I know this journey would have had the same results. I can't say enough about how great this place is. If you have pain or injury holding you back from enjoying your best life, you owe it to yourself to go in here and take back your life. If cost is holding you back from being able to do the things you want to do, remember one thing...it's just money.

I couldn't recommend this place any more if I wanted to. Don't hesitate, just make the commitment…read moreand these guys will get you back in working shape. I've been going to dr Colton for years now and I love the man. He's knowledgeable and great at what he does. It's not a crack you and send you on your way type of place, they actually set you up with a plan to ensure your problems don't continue to be problems. I've gone for sciatic pain, TOS of my upper torso, elbow tendinitis as well as many other problems from my navy career that have lingered for years now. I trust this man and so should you.

Dr. Bronner caused me serious harm. As I read the reviews, patients seem impressed with Dr…read more Bronner's ability to search Google and curate search results. When it comes to his ability to manage the care of patients, I learned the hard way that he truly doesn't understand what he's doing. My estradiol levels were elevated slightly above the high end of the normal range. He decides to prescribe Anastrozole, an estrogen blocker or aromatase inhibitor, at a dosage of 3mgs per week and tapering off to 1mg per week. he truly was guessing on dosage because retrospectively that dosing was way too high. Dr. Bronner didn't run any bloodwork for over a year, despite my repeated requests, and when bloodwork was actually done, my estradiol was at a non-detectable level. Low Estradiol levels caused my fascia to dry up considerably and 9 fascial adhesions formed along my anterior fascial chain and I couldn't walk without severe pain for over 2 years. Dr. Bronner never took responsibility for this major f**k up and even tried to cover his tracks with some AI generated papers in an effort to mitigate the risk of being sued. I would be very very cautious about putting your trust in Bronner Handwerger. As I went searching for a new physician, I found consensus amongst Bronner's peers that he is considered a hack. BE CAREFUL!!!!!

DocBron is like your current doctor, only opposite in every conceivable way…read more At IntegrativeHealth Solutions: *You won't be bogged down in mountains of paperwork and insurance-related bureaucracy. *You won't have to wait in the waiting room (zero wait time to date). *You will never feel rushed. *You will never have to sit on loud crunchy paper that makes you feel feeble and pathetic. *You won't have to wait for something to break, before receiving preventative treatment. *You won't have to introduce yourself to the staff, they will know who you are upon your arrival. *You will never get the impression that anyone staff member thinks their time is more valuable than yours. *You won't feel older after seeing your doctor, you will in fact feel younger. Your old doctor is doing it wrong - he/she is treating the symptoms, not the cause, and what's worse is the system is incentivizing them to do so (perverse incentives abound within the healthcare ecosystem). DocBron is gonna tell you like it is i.e. if you need to spend more time in the gym, you're gonna hear it. If you need to lay off the IPAs he will let you know. If you have more estrogen coursing through your veins than your 2nd wife's aunt Eleanor, gear up for some bespoke male hormone therapy. If you want your edge back, and you fear what could happen if you don't - then go to IntegrativeHealth Solutions. Or... You could go on hysterically prognosticating about how old you feel at dinner parties - I am certain that Johnsons can't wait to have you back over to the house... Your move.

I just had shoulder surgery and Dr. Myers was not only skilled but a great listener. I wanted a…read moreblock placed so recovery would be easier. Not all doctors do this. Everyone in the operating room knew I was getting nerve block and well prepared. Thank you so far all is going well!

Couldn't see a meniscus tear on a MRI? When another doctor pulled up my MRI and showed me the tear…read moreI could see it. Had surgery with another ortho and guess what? It wasn't torn it was shredded. You better get a second opinion using this doctor.