Since my first review I have flown back 3 more times from Honolulu, to see Chris Lawinski, MD, and…read moreit feel like home. I now know I can be well with 3 infusions every 4 to 6 months....actually I went 7.5 months once. I now know everyone there so well, Chris Lawinski , although very busy, manages to be flexible, since I fly in for 3 to 4 days.This truly is an extraordinary medical practice, and so obviously, the result of a doc with a clear vision who worked and turned it into a reality. I also have had several virtual consults and phone appointments, PRIMACY to discuss the ketamine lozenges I take which which prolong the infusions. I also have a wonder compounding pharmacy in Berkeley, California, who fill the scripts, and who are incredible, make it so stressless. I receive the lozenges 36 hours after they post them, and I am in Honolulu! They are accessible via email and phone....And does this efficiency and professionalism cost more...N0, including shipping it is half what one pharmacy charged, and 1/4 th what another charged!...and others with similar cost, were impossible to reach, and packages took 3 to 5 days to reach me. Remember this name..VALOR COMPOUNDING IN BERKELEY! ..no..I am not related to anyone there, and no, I wasn't paid. BETWEEN CHRIS and VALOR..I am enjoying a new found Wellness after decades...I am 73.....oh, ok, wish I was 53...but no real complaints, 73 is better than most of you might guess :) . Lots of laughter, busy doing things I love.. I will be back in Pahoa getting infusions in a couple months wouldn't miss it for anything. jane

My experience with Dr. is one of great comfort. He was the person who evaluate my needs for a…read moremedical cannabis script so as to relieve pain and added value from other benefits using a non additive treatment plan. I've used Dr for 4 years both my wife and I are committed to his practice and the advice he offers to his patients. I have the best recommendation because of the experience and working with him over those 4 years. He also comes from a holistic base so he looks for ways in which the patient can be best helped. Mahalo Lance

Lynda is a really great healthcare provider. She's detail oriented and has excellent communication…read moreskills who explains things with clarity. She followed up with my results, formulated a plan, and called in Rx to pharmacies of my choice. I really appreciate Lynda taking an active role in my diagnoses, treatment, and healing process.

I am so grateful to have Lynda as our nurse practitioner in Pahoa. Her office is a really beautiful…read moresetting- nothing like your typical hospital set up! Her employees are all super kind as well as her. She's also informed with alternative/natural remedies and I love that she will recommend them if I want. All in all the best health care provider I've ever had!

I've been seeing Jenni Clear once a week for about a month while I've been dealing with physical…read moretherapy & pain management due to an injury. When I walked in to Clear Chiropractic a few weeks ago, I felt out of alignment, sore, and grumpy all the time because of my pain. I was also having trouble sleeping. Jenni's treatments helped me get realigned and complemented my PT and yoga exercise. I feel normal again! I'm ready to reduce my visits to monthly maintenance - If needed - until fully recovered (which I hope will be soon). Bonus props to the staff here have been helpful in coordinating my appointments, making me feel welcome, and assisting with navigating my insurance reimbursements.

Kind and friendly! I had had a headache for two weeks one treatment and the headache was gone.read more

Both my husband and I both go to Dr. Benjamin! My husband went first, and he aligned his back and…read morehelped him so much. I had a neck issue, and Dr. Benjamin aligned me back into shape! My neck feels much better and we have gone to him for over 2 years, now. I highly recommend his work to anyone who is in pain, and thinks that it is "Just the way it is!" Help IS available. It is affordable to be able to move without pain! That's priceless! His office staff is kind and efficient. Two thumbs up for Dr. Benjamin.

I recently moved from Kona to Pahoa and needed my back adjusted and aligned. The staff and service…read morewas great! We talked for a bit and went right into the exam. While going through the exam doctor explained everything and new exactly what areas needed to be worked on and how to get me feeling better again. Let's just say I left feeling no pain and feeling very relaxed. In a few weeks I have another appointment. I can't wait.

I highly recommend Melissa Merrill for Chiropractic care! I've seen providers consistently since…read morechildhood, and I have never had such a gentle, skilled, and precise provider! I'm an Acupuncturist, and I make sure to let my patients know that their wellness will be enhanced with her work.

Melissa and David are top notch!!! Friendly and very professional!!!read more

Potentially racist encounter here. I would like a refund. Full experience below…read more I brought my bike up to the office and she insisted it wouldn't be stolen if I left it outside the door. She was so preoccupied about how much time this would take for me to find a bike rack downstairs due to "back to back" appointments. Why the f**k would I trust her word regarding the safety of my precious bike. After suggesting I come back another day, guilting me into "I drove here for you," and saying she called her next appointment to push to 9:40am (she did not since I was in front of her the whole time) ontop of me being desperate after a bad week, I suggested to put the bike inside her office which she agreed to. Looking back, I should've left because the purpose is to heal and how can I with this energy. And so begin the awkward convo about why I wanted acupuncture. She couldnt understand or pick up much of what I was saying due to lack of English so things I said I had to repeat or she didnt hear at all. Never go to a doctor that doesn't know your language fluently because then how are they supposed to treat you? Overall it was a quick 20-30 min acupuncture in a dark tight silent room. Shortest session I've ever had but she insisted "it's not about the time, it's about the results." Stayed on the table beyond my appointment time since she said her next appointment that she was preoccupied about "cancelled." She also mentioned right off the bat that she only accepted cash, which was not communicated when I booked the appt. The length of session was also not communicated prior. Anyways, if I had to run and go get cash, this would've been another reason she would've suggested "I come back another day." On top of that she didnt have full change so I get the vibe she was lying about the card machine not working...racism? Maybe but looking back on this, it seemed she was lying about many things and searching for any reason to not treat me. A waste of $75, but actually $77 since she didnt have enough change. Offered $2 off in next visit but I won't be returning. I would love a refund.

I never write any reviews and really hate to write this bad one but it's been 4 days after my…read moretreatment with Ming and I am worse than I started. I came in seeking treatment for my stiff neck and shoulder pain. Ming was friendly to greet me as I walked in, sat me down as I explained my issues with her. She nodded, then pulled out a ONE FOOT long needle and stuck it in my right forearm "horizontally" halfway up my forearm to my elbow. She explained this was a new treatment and it would only take 1 treatment to cure my issue while she wiggled the foot long needle in my forearm. May I remind you, my issue is stiff neck and shoulders, there's nothing wrong with my forearm! I have to admit, I was nervous going in due to my phobia with needles. But many of the Yelp reviews I read all raved about how painless the procedure was that I had to try. So my body went into shock and my hands went into a "rigor mortis"-like state where they clamped up and curled into fists. Ming stated I need to relax or else the treatment wouldn't work, but at this point, I had lost control of my body. I explained to Ming that maybe it's my phobia and nerve that caused this. Ming then stated in Chinese to me "You are such a delicate flower who can't endure pain. You must be so spoiled by your parents." .......um.....who says that?!!?!?! especially to a patient in pain and shock???!?!?!?!? Also, Ming did not have me complete an initial questionnaire nor did she work with my insurance (like other yelp reviewers stated) so I had to pay full price. At that point, I just wanted to get out of the place due to the traumatic experience. This is the 4th day after my treatment and my forearm is in extreme pain. I cannot lift heavy objects, cannot put any weight on it and I am feeling a tingling sensation down my finger tips. I suspect the foot long needle has hit my tendon or nerve. I went in expecting for some kind of relief for my neck and shoulder pain and instead what I received was ridicule and a injured arm.

I'm new to the area, and was pretty bummed to leave a great team of integrative medicine folks in…read morethe SF Bay Area. After 3+decades of pretty intense athletic adventures, I originally called Heather for help with some niggling physical stuff (plantar fasciitis, hamstring tendinitis, a grumpy shoulder) and also some deeper, systemic stuff I was experiencing (which later turned out to be a thyroid and adrenal issue.) I have experience with several different types of Accupuncture- and on our first call Heather let me know that her method might be different from what I was used to. She emphasized that she uses a subtle, systemic rebalancing approach - and that while we would work on my specific issues, it might be a different process than I was used to. The truth is, I've never found two practitioners to be the same, and part of what I find so effective about accupuncture is that each practitioner has a framework that speaks to their own experience and their energy- at best it's a partnership where their methods, training and energy meet my present circumstances and behaviors, and the healing happens somewhere in the middle. That's what I've found here. In my life, accupuncture with heather is an important part of what I'm doing to feel better - in addition to working with a naturopathic doc and doing physio. Bodies take maintenance- we live in them every day- and working with Heather has helped not just the acute physical injuries, but also feels like it's gradually helping restore some of the general sense of wellness I've been lacking. I really love that Heather offers in-home treatment. Facing health challenges is an incredibly vulnerable, emotional process - and I couldn't have a better partner in what is definitely a journey toward feeling like myself again. Heather holds space for not just the physical healing, but also creates a safe container for talking thru - and feeling - the more emotional side of the process. Her vast technical expertise is matched her kindness. I'm grateful to Heather (and Yelp!) for walking with me thru what has been a wildly challenging wellness year.

I've been suffering from lower back pain for years and during a recent flare up where my usual…read moremethods of relieving the pain were unsuccessful, I contacted Heather for a treatment. Overnight my pain was completely gone and now almost a week later following activity filled weekend I' still completely pain-free! NOTHING I have ever tried has relieved my pain so completely and quickly as this past treatment! Heather's office is comfortable and easy to get to with plenty of parking. Overall my experience was "first rate". I'll definitely be returning to her again!

For the past 3 years I've struggled with bloating, brain fog and extreme fatigue. My body was…read morescreaming for help and told me to clean my gut and liver. I immediately did an intense research on the internet and all roads lead me to Dr Mary Umbrello in Kea'au. I called a friend and shared with her my reaearch and idea. We both decided to face this adventure together. It sounded right but I questioned if it would deliver. I couldn't wait to get rid of the constant stuffed feeling in my gut and to experience clarity again. I was excited and eager. After the cleanse, nothing could of prepared for what I experienced. I was totally drained of what little energy I already possessed. I didn't panic because I experienced this feeling several times and knew exactly what this was . . . DETOX! I couldn't function. Drove back to Kona and fell asleep . It wasn't till the next morning I felt the magic happen. My gut felt light , my brain and thoughts were connected. My energy level had improved and I was so grateful. Called my friend, discussed our results and decided to make an appointment with Dr Mary for a 10 day Hydroclinic cleanse. We knew we were on the right track to better health and this would be the foundation we needed to heal our bodies. I'm so excited and cannot wait to begin this new journey. Here's to a happier healthy life

aloha, I came for a colonic because of needing to cleanse and get rid of the medication used to…read moresave my life. I want to get closer to where I need to be, improve, and enjoy! I was looking for a naturopath Dr. I could trust. I found all that and more! on phone calls w/Dr. Mary, I learned about the 10 day cleanse, it was a choice that felt hopeful, leading me along on the right track. she was patient and kind with all my questions. with each speed bump, information and trust magnified. after our first colonic, confirmation came, this was the tip of the iceberg and made decisions clearer. I vomited that night after and knew it was working, I was cleaning out, hoping the antibiotics, toxins, etc. were exiting. There was more to clean, more to do and consistency grows. I enjoy transparency, I researched, and let my medical doctors know, including my physician assistant n specialists. I was pleasantly surprised and welcomed the green light, confirming my choice n safety. I knew this was a part of what I'd been preparing for all these decades. I was hopeful that this would allow me to continue to clean, assimilate and heal. This was a huge missing piece! No regrets! the journey continues, now with added confirmation of what I knew and additional strength, power and support I need to be more consistent in living my best life as I age! the possibility of getting better and best became more real! these last chapters of my life are a wonderful adventure! and, now We are forever friends and sisters as well! Mahalo piha and aloha mau, leilani o holomua