Septembe 25, 2025 To: Vanessa Johnston, FNP of GPS Clinic, LLC; 1605 Oak Street, Eugene, OR 97401 Fr: Dwight A. Janssen, Patient Re: Pending Neurological Assessment Due to Headaches and Lack of Brain Oxygen for 3 1/2 months. On May 9, 2025 you prescribed Clonidin and I began taking two pills at bedtime and one pill 8 hours later, then reduced that to 2 at bedtime. The dosage was 0.1 mg tabs and the prescription was for 90 pills. On June 3, 2025 you again filled this prescription for an additional 90 pills. Also, you should have been aware that I was taking two other medications for many years to lower my blood pressure: Lisinopril, which was 5 mg tabs and taken once each day, as well as Norvasc 10 mg tabs which was also taken once each day. You were also aware that my blood pressure was an issue after you read the cardiologist report from PeaceHealth Hospital after I had failed a stress test that you ordered in May, 2025. Since the PeaceHealth cardiologist failed to discuss any issues with me personally, you and I decided it was best to consult another cardiologist at McKenzie Willamette Hospital due to significant heart symptoms. You then facilitated an appointment with Dr. Stephen Wall on August 12, 2025. My first meeting with Dr. Wall was a personal consultation and I knew immediately that this Doctor was very knowledgeable and honest. However Vanessa, he disclosed some information to me that was extremely disturbing and something you had NEVER addressed with me. He was extremely concerned over the fact that Clonidine is a drug that significantly lowers an individual's blood pressure! This means I was taking 3 different blood pressure medications and 4 pills daily! Dr. Wall ordered a nuclear test of my heart and tested my blood pressure laying down quietly, which was normal, and then standing up at which point my Sys. number dropped by over 30 points into a very dangerous zone! After this appointment I stopped taking all the blood pressure medications and tested my BP on a daily basis. The results are attached and clearly demonstrate that I was in very bad shape. It took 12 days to get those 4 pills out of my system until my BP returned to normal. Since I had gotten back to normal my cardiologist recommended that I start taking Lisinopril again, which I did. Once off the BP drugs I noticed an energy level improvement but still had chronic headaches. During this period from May 9, 2025 to August 24, 2025 I was consulting with you on a weekly basis and was very forthcoming and descriptive of what I was going through. Honestly, I was scared to death that I might have a heart attack or worse during that period from May 9, 2025 to August 24, 2025, which amounted to 3 1/2 months of extreme suffering. I informed you during this time I was experiencing headaches, possibly fainting, weakness and fatigue, cognitive issues from a lack of oxygen to my brain, some nausea, and heart palpitations. Since this lasted more than 3 months, I was extremely vulnerable to experiencing shock, organ damage, heart problems, stroke and chronic headaches from a lack of blood flow. In fact, I couldn't walk more than 20 yards without feeling the above symptons and having to sit down for 5-7 minutes to let my heart slow down so I could continue walking. I believe the fact that I'm now experiencing chronic daily debilitating headaches is a result of that lack of proper blood flow. If a patient is experiencing these symptoms for an extended period of time like I am, it is totally advisable that I consult with a neurologist to get an evaluation of ongoing debilitating headaches. My problem was that my caregiver, Vanessa Johnston, absolutely failed to advise me on all the repercussions of using a drug like Clonidine with my existing meds. Any medical caregiver who doesn't properly understand all the attributes of a particular drug has absolutely no business prescribing this drug for her patients. This conduct represents medical malpractice and a total lack of understanding of the most basic ethical standards for any medical practitioner. I will be consulting with an attorney. Sincerely, Dwight A. Janssen; Email: Dwightj1@comcast.net; Phone: (541) 485-5771 read more

I went to this place because I have been taking pain medication for years because of chronic pain from neuropathy and arthritis but my regular doctor quit prescribing for chronic pain. Vanessa treated me like a drug addict, even though I had been taking the same small doses for years, she tried to get me to do ketamine and I kept saying no. Finally she used a corrupt drug & alcohol testing company, Millennium Laboratories that has been fined 256 million dollars for giving out false test results for Medicare patients like me. The other company that she used at first was honest but she decided to believe the dishonest company so I quit going to her. read more

Oh my god, what a horrible experience. I have a very painful back, which I let them know ahead of time. They asked me to come in 20 minutes early to fill out paperwork, so I did. My appt. was at 11:30. I waited, in pain, until 12:15 and then went out to see how much longer it would be. The NP came out and asked if I wanted to reschedule. I said rescheduling was very difficult because she hires a scheduler overseas and the connection is always very bad. In addition, I told her I couldn't come to appointments and wait indefinitely. She told me we weren't a good fit then. The receptionist is barely trained - never came in to say, "Sorry, we're running late." Just played on her phone. Never would I ever recommend this clinic. read more

Vanessa is kind and compassionate and listens to your needs. She has a lot of knowledge in her field and gives good advice to help you heal. I'm so grateful I found her. She's already helped me a great deal. read more

Vanessa is a fantastic Healthcare Provider! I have been on this journey for 5, painful years, having been under Vanessa's care for the past year or so; and in that time, she has not only helped me find solutions, but solutions to the root(s) of my problem(s). With every visit, she takes the time to figure out what is best for me- and my specific situation- for the best possible short and long-term relief and outcome. Her office is very cozy, and she always has amazing resources and materials at the ready for all of her patients to inquire about! Her staff is absolutely lovely, and I am absolutely serious when I say that I have never experienced a response from medical office staff- including Vanessa herself- as quickly and efficiently as I do from this office. Vanessa will make herself be available for her patients if that is what is necessary in that moment in time! I will be forever grateful & thankful to Vanessa and her staff for the fantastic care that I receive during every visit and interaction! read more

Find someone else. I had the misfortune of seeing Nurse Johnston when I was a patient at Pain Management Consultants, where I had been treated by Dr. James Morris for seven years. I have only rarely had to write a letter of complaint to the head of a medical practice but I felt it necessary because of her unprofessionalism. But then, I never had a medical professional tell me how to go about online dating, which I didn't ask for and frankly was none of her business and continued to do so after I respectfully told her I didn't want her advice about that. I asked her to look at a funny lump I had on my chest. I was going to point it out to her but she insisted on finding it, and marked the spot with a pen. Problem is, when I got home and looked in the mirror, it was the wrong spot. She also booked me for a new treatment and couldn't be bothere to tell me what sort of side effects I might expect, she merely told me to "go look it up." I found that the treatment she was recommending was dangerous for someone with low blood pressure, even though I had made it clear I was having problems with that. If you read her capsule summary, you'll notice an obvious grammatical error. You'd think that attention to detail would be a key attribute for someone in medicine. Dr. Johnston thinks she ought to insert herself into the personal life of her patients even when it's not welcome. Find another pain specialist. I know it's difficult, but after you see Nurse Johnston you'll want to do so anyways, so don't waste your time and money. read more

I have been seeing Vanessa Johnston since she opened her clinic. It is a small very caring place to receive treatment for chronic pain. Vanessa listens carefully and treats you as a person, not just a patient with a diagnosis. She has supported my medication treatment along with other treatments like infusions, injections and topicals and referrals when needed. While at the clinic I felt empathy, compassion and emotional support. If you need help with your pain...I recommend PainGPS. read more

This clinic is 5 stars. Dr Johnston is very caring & knowledgable. She listens to what you have to say. Unlike some doctors who hurry you along. She takes her time to make sure she addresses all your issues. I highly recommend this clinic! read more