I had a great experience with Spine Intervention Clinic. I came here for a steroid injection. The staff was professional and friendly, they verified my insurance ahead of time which was helpful because i knew what my financial responsibility would be. Dr. Bespaly's services were great. He took the time to explain how the procedure would go and what to expect. I did not feel nervous getting the injection. If you are looking for professional services i recommend seeing Dr. Bespaly. read more

I think Dr. Bespaly and his staff are great. I like to ask a lot of questions to any doctor I see, and judge them on their responses. Not silly stuff, but things pertaining to why I am there or other services they may offer. If they take the time to explain things in a manner that I can understand, well done. If they fail to do so, act like I'm an idiot and won't understand, or brush them off I won't go back. Making a point of this as Dr. Bespaly always does a really great job. He gave a very thorough explanation about nerve ablation on my last visit. I have been to his clinic 3 times for ketamine infusions. Anyone curious about this treatment I highly encourage to do some research online first. They do work well for me personally, but there is one caveat... The cost is high and currently no insurance will cover them. Most doctors will repeatedly feed you antidepressants until one works, for some folks they just will not work and have terrible side effects. The worst part is SSRIs take weeks if not months to get results, if they even will work that is. Ketamine there is no waiting, it works by the following day. So... if you compare the quick results of ketamine to the months or years of frustration and lack of quality of life trying different pills, I think it's worth it. The experience itself can be a bit weird or intense. It felt like I was continually falling or sinking (was laying in a recliner), and my mind was swirling with thoughts. The thoughts were mostly what had been bothering me, but in a new positive light so to speak. I found it to be relaxing, but I could imagine it might be a bit frightening to some. I suggest bringing some chill music/headphones and preparing a playlist in advance. You will need a ride home. One infusion will have lasting positive effects for a few months, again this is for me personally. Getting a bit long winded here but wanted to share my own subjective opinion and experience. Kudos to Dr. Bespaly and his team. read more

I understand not wanting to be underpaid by a horrid insurance company, and also being too entitled to do paperwork. But, once you have made enough money (they rake in upwards of $400-500, at least 10 times a day - my very low estimate), the people who run this clinic are greedy and willing participant in late stage capitalism's medical industrial complex. An infusion of 80 ml of Ketamine costs about $5.00. Their overhead is low because it's Oregon City, which is not actually a city, it's the sticks compared to real cities. These people don't care, they just see a scarce resource and take our money because they know that the world's most at risk and desperate people are the chronically suicidal, those in severe pain, and those with unmanageable anxiety and depression and Ketamine is a last ditch . They don't hold a waiting list, because they think charging $400-$500 is cheap compared to Portland's ketamine practice. But they fail to grasp that those seeking ketamine (society's most vulnerable population) tend not to have a lot of money, because those seeking ketamine treatments are often much less able-bodied or able to function and therefore unable to exist in the world of work. Knowing that, this place takes complete advantage of them., while knowing full well that Ketamine is a last ditch treatment for people who have tried everything else. And they don't even maintain an open waitlist for reduced costs! This office's actions are greedy, selfish, and unethical. Shame on you. Shame on you for catering to the wealthy and allowing poor people to continue to suffer and die. read more

PLEASE disregard reviews like LD. If you look at this person's history they give only 1 or 2 stars and disparage business and medical professionals at every chance. This person is obviously trying to get through life with an entitlement approach to what they believe they "deserve" in life. It is unfair to good people like Dr. Mike, a caring individual who is beyond reproach. I wish yelp and other websites would not allow such people to do harm to good businesses. Totally unacceptable. This not the Dr.'s fault LD that you have terrible insurance and medical issues. read more

Dr. Bespaly and his excellent staff have been an integral part of my daughter's health care team for the past year. We arrived at Dr. Bespaly's clinic having had no results with standard Rx care for her severe, treatment resistant depression. Michael's clear, forthright information and treatment was a proverbial port-in-a-storm. My family and I are beyond grateful for the professionalism, expertise and kindness Dr. Bespaly and his staff display at every visit. Highly recommended. read more

RE: Ketamine Infusions for fibromyalgia, chronic pain and depression. *Treats a broad range of painful physical and psychological conditions *Affordable care *Trustworthy, friendly and professional staff. *Wheelchair accessible *Parking lot *Coffee, tea or water available *Clean treatment rooms and a very nice bathroom. *Accepts cash and credit Michael Bespaly, MD is an expert in pain management and anesthesiology. I suffered from severe pain all over my body from spinal problems, fibromyalgia, and hard to treat depression. The reason my rating is 5/5 is since my Ketamine IV infusions started I have had an extreme decrease in pain by 70 to 100%. My depression and sadness have gone away by 80% to 100%.. All a new patient needs is to provide proof identity, medical diagnosis records and fill out paperwork to get started. Your caretaker may also help you with appointments or filling out paperwork. Dr. Michael Bespaly will find the right amount of treatment for you. The payments are affordable and they take cash or credit/debit. The treatment is relaxing and not painful at all. My best advice is to drink a lot of water before treatments and have an open mind. Ask a good friend or relative to help you get home safely after Ketamine IV infusions. You can bring your loved one with you. That is optional. Please make sure the person going with you or picking you up is supportive. You want your experience to be uplifting from beginning to end. You will not be able to drive after the procedure. After the first procedure the appointment coordinator will check in with you to see how you feel, and whether the Ketamine therapy is working. If it is working then more appointments will be allowed at Dr. Michael Bespaly's discretion. Remember that you have a 70% success rate on your side. The therapy takes place in a private comfortable room. The nurse and staff assist you in getting to your room and there is a wheelchair if needed. There are no stairs. You can lay on a pillow and get a blanket. You can listen to music, and have a choice of the lights down low, or off.. Dr. Michael will monitor you during treatment to make sure you are safe and comfortable. My story: This was my last resort. I was in so much pain and my life was in shambles after trying so many medicines and talk therapy that just brought back painful memories. Many medications did not work or had severe side effects and I could no longer take them. I have not worked for over a year. I am a Senior in College and had to drop out this term. The treatments have really helped me start to create a better life for myself and my loved ones. I handle stress and changes much better. I am less susceptible to the temperature. I eat healthier. I am creating a diet specific to my nutritional needs. I am able to leave my house now for an entire day and resist the urge to nap more than 3 times per week. I started my plan slowly and now I'm back to stretching and doing therapeutic exercises for my conditions. I'm doing fun things with my friends. I am getting things done instead of laying around in pain, unable to hardly move. I feel so much better about myself and my future. Thank you Michael Bespaly, MD and the coordinators for being calm and happy, yet professional at the same time. Why be trapped in physical or psychological pain when you could feel much better in just a few treatments? For more information call or go to to their website and read over all of the conditions successfully treated and other therapies or procedures offered. Read about Ketamine IV therapy today. read more