Dr. Matt has made an enormous difference in my life - today I am strong and healthy at 64, but at 55 I found myself in constant pain, with numbness in limbs, unable to bend over or even step up curb height or to turn my head freely - I was terribly weak, with hosts of negative symptoms that allopathic doctors had no idea about. I feared for my ability to continue to work and support myself. I had also run the route of many alternative practitioners who would say 'this will get worse before it gets better' and it never got better, at great out-of-pocket financial cost. When I made it from San Diego to Dr. Matt's office I sat quietly while he assessed my situation, and after I received his herbs I asked, 'will this get worse before it gets better?' and he looked surprised and said, 'if you do not feel some improvement in 24 hours call me.' I felt improvement quickly and this miracle has continued for over 8 years. I am grateful that his ability to diagnose and prescribe easy-to-take herbs that are EFFECTIVE with zero side-effects will keep me healthy. His costs are not inexpensive but are reasonable and affordable - especially considering the incredible quality of care I am receiving. This doctor has never thought twice about taking much longer than anticipated to treat me if it was needed, and conversely some visits are very quick and he can be terse, but when I was at the end of my rope there was nothing but generosity, compassion and kindness. Due to his willingness to deal thoroughly with each patient as needed his office schedule can back up. I would wait all day to see him if needed and be grateful - it is worth it. This is my quality of life. He gives health guidelines handouts which I do my best to follow and accordingly I do see good results. read more

I cannot recommend Mr. Van Benschoten (VB) because of his office practices and his office manager. The waits are intolerable. I traveled about 15 miles in LA traffic, so I try to schedule late morning. I know that if I schedule an 11:00 am appointment, VB will see me around 1:00 and I will leave his office around 2:00. This allows me to drive when traffic is lighter, about 20-30 minutes. Early or late in the day, that 15 minute drive takes about 1.5 hours (each way!). So, a one hour appointment, including drive time, takes at least 4 hours. VB is a very intelligent man. There is absolutely no excuse for these long waits. I must also warn you about his office manager, Faith. She is officious and rude. If she doesn't like you, she'll cancel your appointment for which that you have waited 4 to 6 months. I have spent about $3,000 for VB's services and herbal concoctions. He cleared up my post nasal drip. I came to him for help with my painful peripheral neuropathy. In about 2 years he was not able to alleviate the pain one bit, nor was he able to arrest the progress of the nerve degeneration. However, no one has been able to help the neuropathy, so I will not blame him for the lack of success, but simply to report that his treatments were ineffectual. I would not recommend that anyone subject themselves to this abuse. It's just not worth the aggravation. Also, if anyone is charged for a missed appointment due to this abuse of patients (and not because you forgot!), don't pay it. If VB should sue, I believe that no court would find in his favor (and he won't sue because he would have to appear in person, a complete waste of his time. If he dings your credit, sue for defamation. (Guess what I do for a living!) read more

Being a client of Dr. Matt's for many years, his herbs and expertise helped cure me of a life threatening illness I had, alongside with Western medicine. My doctors were so amazed at my results, being on the brink of death, that they asked me what else I was doing to heal myself. I told them that I was seeing Dr. Matt and taking herbs. My Medical team agreed that I should keep doing what I was doing. As for waiting in Dr. Matt's office, some patients take longer than others, and if someone is seeing Dr. Matt with a debilitating illness, he takes his time with them. It is standard practice at his office that you call 1 hour before your time and see how he is running. I don't mind the extra wait, knowing someone is receiving excellent care, and when its my turn, I receive the same attention. As for the gentlemen who wrote that Dr. Matt told him to stop taking his medicine and only take the herbs: I find that hard to believe. Dr. Matt never told me to do that. In fact, he guided me to do everything my medical doctors told me to do. I have sent many clients to Dr. Matt, who have have great success with their ails, and others I have met who already see him, and have been cured of ailments and disease. I went through my illness for a few years, and kept a positive attitude, listened to my medical doctors and herbalist (Dr. Matt), and I am still here today, over 3 years later, grateful and joyful to be alive. I hope this helps those of you who are struggling with should I or shouldn't I see a herbalist. You have nothing to loose and everything to gain. read more

I beg anyone using Yelp to evaluate M.M. Van Benschoten, OMD to evaluate the reviews that Yelp currently does "not recommend". Someone from Yelp has been calling his office and offering to "improve his rating" for a fee! This is fraud. Of the 15 reviews currently "not recommended" 14 are 5 star reviews. The review I posted on 3/4/14 was moved to not recommended. I am shocked and disappointed by Yelp and will not again rely on any of their information. Here is my previous review: Dr. Matt helped me tremendously more 25 years ago with chronic sinusitis and overwhelming fatigue when no other medical provider could help me. I took my son's 18 year old friend to Dr. Matt over a year ago after he was diagnosed with MS and his driving privileges were revoked. Dr. Matt reviewed his records and prescribed a treatment plan that remarkably improved his condition. Six months later his driving privileges were renewed. I note that three of the four "recommended" reviews were never treated by Dr. Matt. I looked at the reviews not recommended or factored in his rating 13/14 were five star ratings, 13 were patients that he actually treats and the other review was from an M.D. who regularly refers to Dr. Matt. What's up with Yelp? read more

Not sure what these others are talking about perhaps They are drawing chaos and negative next to them No matter where they go and are sponsors for The FDA LOL! Dr. Matt is great! My experience was amazing and after over a year Of dealing with tests from normal western doctors And getting zero results and tons of blood tests which I hate i went to see Dr. Matt and the first day he gave me Herbs i did get worse but it was kicking the infections Out of my body and everyday after the first few days I couldn't even feel the herbs intensity anymore And continued to get healthy and the whole time I had the herbs i didn't get sick not even a cold. I have not had the same issue return since and it was over A year now since i went. It costs about $300 but it costed over that an a years Time and stress at the regular doctors, i have referred 2 other people who, one who was ending up on the ER Every other day for a month and one visit to Dr. Matt And she hasn't been sick with that problem and totally Loves him as well. read more

Let me start off by saying...No one solution is good for EVERYONE. That being said.... I have been going here on and off for 20+ years. I have met MANY people who have a similar story...They have some sort of problem and no one can help them, and after they visit this office they are MUCH better or 100% cured. I myself have been lucky to not have any seripous issues, but when i have broken bones, gotten sick, or felt low, I have been treated here and I have seen results that are better than any other doctor I have seen. My Western Medicine "Normal" doctor has commented on my speed of recovery after my accidents and mentioned that he knows its largely in part of the treatments i received at MMVBS. I can't say enough great things about MMVBS, as I personally know people who were able to live MUCH BETTER and LONGER lives thanks to the help they recieved here. Keep up the great work! read more

After being told by my internal medicine specialist, and then by my gynecologist, that my headaches, sleeplessness and extreme thinning hair were all results of "getting old" (I am in my early 50s), I went to see Dr. Matt. He found some problems and issues that neither Western medical practitioner had even thought to look for or test for. I started feeling better within five days of beginning my herbs; I sleep well, my headaches are gone, and my hair is as thick and shiny as it was when I was in my 20s. I feel great and I think he's a genius. I see him once a quarter for a "tune-up" and will keep going. I was pretty surprised to read the other Yelp comments as I know four other people who see him and he has helped them enormously. Last note, and a big bonus: herbs have stopped my having hot flashes. read more

Dr M M Van Benschoten may not be for everyone, but he pretty much saved my life when I had mercury poisoning and all the western doctors, with their many tests, could not figure out what was going on. If you are not open to Chinese medicine methodology, then he is not for you. He is vastly knowledgeable and treats people with serious conditions. Yes, sometimes you have to wait for over an hour in the waiting room to see him... that's because he is intensely involved and committed when he is with a sick patient (like I was). Bring a book. And if he tells you not to eat dairy, it's because it contains harmful bacteria. So, if you're not open to changing your diet and want to drink coffee, it's your choice. I listened, changed my diet and feel amazing and am healed. read more

Are you kidding me? I have been going to Matt's office for about 6 years now! The front staff is full of sweet, helpful, and VERY understanding somen. Sometimes, I make appointments with Matt himself, (who is a quiet, but quick, and talented, master of his domain.) Sometimes I make appointments with another associate of his, named Gila. She has always listened to me, helped me with both my major issues, which brought me in, as well as little thing that I didn't think would be fixed. When I had gone in for my bronchitis, She asked me if I had unusual sweating in my palms and feet, because I was a bit clammy. I told her I did, and she told me to cut out the coffee. Sounded strange, but when I did, it ALL went away for GOOD!...I miss coffee though. read more

My family and I have been patients of Dr. Matt's and his associates for years. We love him! He finds the answers to elusive and chronic health problems and his holistic approach goes well beyond just hammering away at symptoms. I cannot say enough about his ability to heal and resolve a wide range of conditions. The down side to seeing Dr. Matt--that's easy--it's the wait! But he is well worth every moment!! He has gotten rid of my arthritis, found the underlying answers to my daughter's nose bleeds and his associates resolved a chronic behavioral challenge of my son's. We see him for colds, the flu, chronic headaches and backaches (that are no more!). He is truly a blessing to my entire family! read more

Simply put, Dr. Matt has not only saved my life but has greatly improved the quality of my life. I had a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, CFIDS, mercury toxicity, chronic migraines, chronic pain and disabling nausea and vomiting. After years in the medical wilderness, I found Dr. Matt and he was instrumental in analyzing and treating my complex health issues. I have gone from having to spend most of my time lying down in bed to a life of action, independence and health. I am forever grateful to Dr. Matt and give him the highest recommendation possible. read more

Great office, friendly staff, amazing accupuncturists and doctors. Any time I start to feel ill they are the first place I go and I instantly feel results from the custom herbal formulas! I love having a place to go where the doctors aren't throwing every different anti-biotic and pill they can down my throat. I would highly recommend this office and Dr. Matt Van Benschoten. read more

Been going to him for about 3 years now. What more can I say, other than, I have gone from skeptic, to having him be the end of my search, for a legitimate, caring, but more than anything; a person who has the knowledge and experience to accurately and effectively, get the job done. I am with Austin on this one. But I just don't have to give up coffee :) read more

Every treatment I've received from this doctor been successful - he is helpful, compassionate, and I could not recommend him more highly. Although there will be some waiting prior to the appointment, the wait is definitely worth your while. If you want to truly heal your body from the inside - out (that is, without drugs), this is the man to see. read more

I took some time to write a thorough review of this business and it was posted to yelp and now it has been taken down. I am confused and would appreciate some communication explaining this process and what I can do to make sure the reviews I take the time to reflect on and write actually see the light of day. Thank you. read more

Dr. Van Benschoten is an outstanding health care provider, with a deep and comprehensive knowledge of both Oriental and Western medicine. I have always found him to be courteous and empathic, and his treatments extremely effective. read more

Dr. Matt is intense and extremely knowledgeable! He has helped my family and I on many occasions. Thank you, Dr. Matt!! You are one of a kind!! read more