First note that they have two Yelp reviews, the second can be found here:…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/rainier-medical-wellness-and-weightloss-puyallup and provides some additional feedback. And in my opinion a more accurate representation of the disaster of a business you're considering engaging with. Overall experience was terrible. The consultation in general was simply an excuse to push processed, expensive packaged foods like shakes, bars, etc. instead of teaching clients how to eat real food in a sustainable way. I decided not to move forward with the program after meeting with the Dr. Weeks later I received an invoice that brings me to the disaster of their billing. Their "insurance experts" and front office completely miss the boat on accurately explaining the offices costs. When I walked in the gal attempted to charge me $95 (I later learned this was the full cost if I had no insurance, in hindsight I should have simply paid this). I told her I was quoted $45 by the billing team and wasn't interested in paying $95 for a consultation so if it was that vs. $45 cancel the appointment. She went to the back and came back out and said oh year $45. Ok. Two weeks later, after paying the $45 the day of the appointment, I received a bill for $92.88. Which by the way in hindsight NOT using insurance would have been better for me, wish their "insurance expert" had mentioned that when she ran my insurance and told me the cost for a consultaton would be $45. The billing company (they outsource it) was really nice to work with and apologetic explaining they've had high turn over at the medical office and have been having problems with clients not having expenses properly explained. Apparently I'm not the first to have this or a similar issue. They escalated my call back to Rainier Medical who came back and said the costs are listed on the website and I signed something when I showed up that said I'd pay whatever was billed so it was due. I paid the $92.88 (plus the original $45) and am wiping my hands of the experience but hope by sharing others will know to (a) avoid this place, the services aren't worth it and (b) if you do go don't trust the billing/front desk team to be helpful.

After years of slowly putting on weight, I finally said "No More!" My Physician recommended Rainier…read moreMedical Weightloss last June (2019). I walked through the doors at University Place at the end July, scared, anxious, emotional and truth be told....broken. The immediate support I received was amazing. I committed that day, and have not looked back. I have learned that everyone's Weightloss journey is unique. My 30+ weightloss number is another's 100+...or 20+. The emotions are the same, the struggle the same.....and the feeling of success the same when that scale drops. Dr. Sutherland and her staff from the PA's, Nutritionists, Trainers and Office Personnel work closely to provide an overall package uniquely designed to each patient. Being under a Physicians care while in my Weightloss phase helped keep my spirits up during the times I struggled, and the online app and Handbook gave my guidance when I had questions. I have entered Maintenance and realize this next phase comes with new challenges and will require a lifetime of focus and diligence. However with the amazing support from Rainier Medical Weightloss my husband, daughter, friends and co-workers, I am excited to face this New Year (2020)....healthier, happier and stronger! If you are considering a "New Direction"....start now. Pick up the phone, open that door and walk through. You are more of a Warrior that you think.

Pam saved my life. I have talked and worked with a lot of Hypnotists as I have now taken a course…read moreon 5-PATH Hypnotherapy myself, and Pam is *special*. She has what Hollywood producers call "It" -- something special that you can't quite put your finger on, but makes a profound difference. She is this Hypnotist's hypnotist! She is also a fantastic person, ta boot! I am so thankful I found her ... Pam's hypnosis helped when prescriptions, therapy, meditation and psychiatry failed; it was the last thing I tried, and looking back, it should have been my first.

Pam is a wealth of knowledge and the only one I will ever go to for hypnotherapy treatment. She…read moreand the rest of the team have amazing services to get you healthy!!

I was looking to do a detoxifying body wrap and my first stop was to look on Groupon. I found a…read moreGroupon for this business and immediately went to their website to find out more about the treatments that they offer. I was able to make an appt online, which was really easy. Once I got there I was greeted and having never done a contour wrap before, started asking questions. Ginger was helping me, and she answered all my questions and never got annoyed. She explained the treatment I was getting very well, and let me know about all the other treatments that they offer without ever pressuring me to buy more. The treatment itself could have been a rather embarassing experience, but Ginger was great and made me feel very comfortable with just enough chatting to keep me engaged, but not so much that it was annoying. It sounds like this business does not just focus on weight loss, but they really have a full service homeopathic approach to health and I can definately see myself going there for other things.

Shenika Williams has been helping with my weight management and is really helping. She recommended…read morea salt treatment facial that I am so glad i did! I was worried before the treatment because i have dry spots on my face and i tend to bruise easy. I thought i may end up looking red faced, blotchy or worse for a day or so following the treatment. I was pleasantly surprised that the dry spots are actually better and no bruising or redness. My face and skin actually look and feels great! Shenika is really lovely and i appreciate that she seems to want to get to know her patients and cares. Ebony who works for Shenika is also a gem, she compliments Shenika with her cheerful greetings and always happy to see me. Ebony gave me my salt facial and helped me fully relax and enjoy the process with fantastic results!

Be informed that ethical and professional conduct of one of the fitness coaches named Andrew are…read morevery questionable and jeopardizing this company good reputation. This fitness coach will not provide you with the refund for the services that were not used. I had to move out of the state and I was told that he will not give me all of the refund at once due to "personal large expenses" he encountered and will pay me back in 2 parts. I received 1/2 of my refund and now I cannot get the other 1/2 and he blocked my number. I tried to reach out , unsuccessfully, to the owner of this facility located in Tumwater, WA. This is not a spam and I have all written communication and receipts.

After many years of being active but not knowing what best works for my body, counting calories,…read morenever really losing body fat, and wondering what exactly the right eating plan was I was referred by a friend to Amanda. I had a wonderful experience with her personal training sessions. She is down to earth and unlike any other fitness coach I have met. She was realistic, organized, punctual, readily available, encouraging, flexible, and informative. Amanda knows her stuff. There were times in the beginning, when I started eating the way she suggested and I started freaking out feeling like it was unmanageable but she would talk me through it and I came through the experience with a much better understanding of food. I finally, after 44 years, feel at peace with food without tracking and counting calories. No longer do I obsess over certain foods. Amanda teaches you what your body needs (and it isn't cutting entire food groups out). She taught me awesome weight lifting exercises and body strength exercises too. What she taught me I can use at home or any gym. She didn't lead me on trying to hook me into buying more sessions - she simply taught, gave me copies of what she taught, and moved on to the next session. She explained a lot about stretching, taking care of your body after workouts, and more. Amanda delivered everything promised and more. I walked away with a new understanding of how to fuel my body, without going hungry, and what the best workouts are. She kicked my butt in the gym but was encouraging the entire time - she made me want to push myself but not in a mean way. Her gym is awesome - everything you need to get fit. I can't say enough good things about Amanda. I would highly recommend her. She is very personable and friendly yet professional. Definitely a good personal trainer for any age or gender. She knows her stuff and will get you in shape if you listen to her and work hard. I am down several lbs, clothes are looser, feeling good about myself, getting strong, and no longer obsessing over counting calories or the latest fad diet. She has given me sanity in the health department and I can't put a price tag on that.

I was blessed to be able to work with Maxine as my personal trainer while she was doing her…read morenutrition training so I have experienced both her skills as a trainer and her passion for individually appropriate nutrition planning. I can definitely attest to her wonderful training methods, positive attitude and her ability to motivate and get results. I had worked with other trainers previously but due to my health issues I kept getting hurt or discouraged with them. Maxine was always so encouraging and effective with each and every workout and she always made sure to keep my goals in mind along with appropriate ways to accommodate my physical limitations. The only reason I stopped working out with her is because I moved out of the country for a few years. If I lived closer, I would choose to train with her again in a heartbeat.

I turned 59 years old 7 months ago was so sick and depressed I could not…read morefunction- literally. I began gaining weight over 10 years ago even though I ate healthy. I could NOT lose weight even though I was eating low fat, lots of organic veggies and whole wheat pastas. I went to see 'doctors' and they assumed I ate cookies and ice cream. I became extremely ill and the day I decided to go to the doctor, I barely made it. I was throwing up and found out I had type 2 diabetes which explained the tooth and periodontal problems, foggy-brain, anxiety, and exhaustion, among other things. I contacted Maxine, and told her what I had found out. Maxine designed a food plan and simple exercise regimen for me and I stuck to it. Literally within 2 weeks my blood sugar went from 358 to 110, and in one month it was normal. In 3 months the doctors were shocked when they retested me for everything from blood pressure (which had been high) to blood sugar, and said "this has never happened". The diet they suggested would have kept me on medications, and I would have gone down the road of depending on meds with no weight loss. Maxine is educated in the science of how obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, periodontal problems, high cholesterol all stem from the same faulty assumptions about diet, and exercise. I lost 60 pounds over several months and, more importantly, within the first few weeks I was back to my happy self. As I was losing this weight, and lowering high BP and then reversing symptoms of diabetes, I sometimes got frustrated and complained with "how come I'm not losing weight faster", or "I don't feel good", or "why does this hurt?". But Maxine was knowledgeable in being able to tell me what was going on with my body during the process. I realized then that I never was clinically depressed, it was just my body that was so out of sync. I would be happy to send any of my medical information through Maxine that was taken at the U of W with the numbers and data that show such a dramatic change that the entire staff at the clinic was amazed to see. They are not trained as Maxine has been - and if you have any of these problems, this may be the way out for you as it was for me.

I attended Carole's classes in an attempt to deal with some serious menopausal problems. Having…read morealways eaten a whole-foods diet, I was disappointed to find that menopause has been very challenging for me. I experienced monthly severe affects during my period: dizziness, shortness of breath, fatigue, inflammation, foggy brain. I did my best to schedule time off when I knew my period was coming, because I'd often be fairly incapacitated. Since I've always been a believer in the huge role diet plays in health, I decided to try Carole's elimination diet to see if I could eliminate any foods that were contributing to my symptoms. It took two months and lots of willpower, but I've got my symptoms minimized by eliminating certain foods. To my surprise, one of my problem foods is one of my favorites--oatmeal! I tested it during my last cycle and all my worst symptoms resurfaced! Oatmeal and me are through, at least for this stage of my life. Carole's support and encouragement have helped tremendously. And the Restart cookbook has lots of great substitutes for some of my past favorite meals. I also greatly appreciated the opportunity to do the elimination diet in the company of others. The tips and morale support we gave each other helped so much. I recommend Carole's classes to anyone ready to improve their health through an improved diet!

I first met with Carole to get her advice about nutrition and health back in July and I am happy to…read moresay I am still easily following her plan and feel great!! I was worried she would give me advice I couldn't follow - but the opposite happened. She got to know me and my lifestyle, my unique health needs, and then gave me excellent do-able advice! I don't think my doctor has ever asked me what I eat. Ever. Carole listened thoughtfully and kindly - was never judgmental, and then gave me realistic ideas about how to make changes that I (and my family) can easily stick to. She really knows her stuff - her advice is based on sound science and research - not weird fads. She understands people, she really gets to know you, and she understands how to explain things in a way that makes sense. I feel so grateful - thank you Carole for helping me be a healthier me!

I have been coming to Dana and Maria for almost 2 years. I couldn't survive without them. They are…read moreprofessionals and kind hearted. Don't hesitate to make the call and change your life.

I'm not fat, but quite often I forget about eating healthily. I discovered Dana Luchini's Healthy…read moreAging Diet Cookbook. I'm encouraged, keeping weight off AND eating and living better. It's great to have a person from the Tacoma area working to help us all and keep us healthy!