As the 7th (out of 20 scored reviews), my consultation with Dr. Fuller left a LOT to be desired…read more Condescending, too busy for listening, no apparent 'bedside manner' little to none on empathy or patient care and concern. Dr. Fuller entered the exam room 15 minutes late and, it soon became apparent, unprepared. I had spent a good deal of time the two days prior to my appointment talking to several of his staff about his stem cell treatments and working with them to transfer the 2 MRI reports and images that I was able to provide (Only high marks for his staff!) He came in having obviously just skimmed the reports and, talking disturbingly fast, proceeded to tell me what they said - which I pretty much knew, having read them myself and discussed them with my PCP. His summary was partially accurate and decidedly incomplete. When I asked if he had looked at the MRI images, he said no, he did not have them. I explained about having arranged to include them, which he brushed off, saying, "Oh we wouldn't upload anything to our computers from a patient; we don't want to get infected with a virus." My reply (being an educated and experienced training consultant) was, "Well that would have been helpful for your staff to know." He then proceeded to discuss my treatment options: ... injections, PT, etc. When I interrupted to point out that I had already done that and was here to discuss stem cells procedures he looked shocked and said that no-one had told him that. At which point I couldn't help but offer that staff procedures and communication training might be helpful for that too. The rest was kind of a blur. Somewhere in there was about a 2 minute physical exam ("good reflexes!") ending with "my 20 minutes with you was interesting. Sounds like you're not too happy with us, so I don't think we have what you're looking for." At which point he stood up and extended his hand in a forced friendly farewell... which I ignored on my way out to my 90 minute return trip to Boulder. Probably my least productive, weirdest, most frustrating medical appointment ever. But after reading the other reviews here, not out of the ordinary for Dr. Fuller's office.

I have been helped at this office for over 5 years and every time I go back I'm glad I am helped by…read morethe awesome front staff Dr fuller has. Everybody is so welcoming and supportive, they have answers for me or always get back to me with an answer from Dr Fuller. I have been seeing Dr Fuller for years about chronic back pain as a young adult I was overlooked and laughed at by previous doctors thinking I just wanted prescription drugs. Thank goodness I found Dr Fuller because I have been able to live my life a bit more normal since finding him. He listened he informs and I trust that he is doing the best he can for me. My pain was so severe that I did not know what to do anymore. Finding him has changed my life.

Very professional easy to get a hold of highly recommend them for procedures…read moreHighly recommend them

Great team of people that work together to provide all round care after before surgery, surgery,…read moreand post surgery. I feel very fortunate to have the kind of care I am receiving. I would definitely recommend the practice.

They were quick in the operation I was up an hour after I was operated on best surgical experiance…read moreI ever had

Surgeon left plastic in my arm WITH MERSA (med resistant staph) my entire arm turned purple, he…read moretried to blame me for it, then charged me to remove it. I've been trying to reach the practice manager for a while now with no luck so I guess I'll just leave this for future patients.

Both my wife and I have been treated by doctors here. They were professional, kind and had a…read morewonderful bedside manner that put us both at ease. They discovered my wife had a severe arterial issue and were able to help her get the care and medications needed to treat this issue. We will always use them when we have vascular issues.

I cannot recommend Dr. Matthew Brown or RIA based on my experience…read more From the beginning, I made it very clear that I have an extensive family history of terminal cancer of all ages and I had already accumulated significant radiation exposure within the year following my pulmonary AVM diagnosis. I have lost multiple close family members to cancer, so every additional CT scan carries an enormous emotional burden for me, since just ONE CT scan raises your cancer risk. I repeatedly explained this and fiercely advocated for myself, but my concerns were never taken seriously. Instead, they were consistently dismissed. My first pulmonary AVM embolization performed by Dr. Brown ultimately failed. I later learned that recanalization after embolization is relatively uncommon (less than 5%), and that failure led to additional testing, an additional radiation angiogram procedure, and another CT scan that would've been avoided had the initial treatment been successful. The worst part came afterward. I requested a follow-up bubble study in lieu of a CT, which showed only a very small late right-to-left shunt--approximately 10 late bubbles. I read on my own that tiny shunts like that aren't treatable and carry no significant risk. I pleaded with Dr. Brown not to order another CT scan and asked that alternatives be considered because of my recent radiation history, given this was such a tiny shunt. Those concerns were ignored. Being told that "there's radiation everywhere" after expressing my fears about cumulative radiation exposure wasn't reassuring--it was dismissive. I was also told without the CT, he wouldn't provide me with medical clearance for future procedures. After seeking a second opinion at Anschutz, I was told that, in my case, the final CT scan was not necessary. The physician reviewed published literature with me indicating that fewer than 30 late bubbles are not associated with any significant neurological risk. He also explained that my request of just a bubble study echocardiogram would have been more than sufficient, rather than another CT scan--an option that was never given to me despite my repeated concerns about radiation exposure. The physician at Anschutz also provided me with medical clearance for future procedures and said the bubble study was enough for that (when Dr. Brown said it wasn't and required the unnecessary CT). Learning afterward that there was published evidence supporting a different approach left me wondering why that evidence was never discussed with me, or why Dr. Brown never read it, or even researched it before ordering another CT scan knowing I was so against it. Now I live with the fear that I underwent additional radiation exposure that wasn't even necessary. No one can tell me whether it will ever affect my health, but I am the one who has to carry that uncertainty for the rest of my life. As the mother of three young children under five years old, that fear is overwhelming. I want to be here for them and watch them grow up. This wasn't just simply disagreeing about a treatment plan--it was feeling that my concerns were dismissed rather than discussed. Shared decision-making means listening to patients, especially when they come prepared and ask informed questions. I don't think it's an unreasonable request of patients that current medical evidence and relevant studies be considered and kept up with by their physician. That was not my experience. This experience permanently damaged my trust in Dr. Brown and RIA. I'm transferring all of my care to Anschutz, and I only wish I had done so before undergoing multiple angiograms and CT scans, including the ones deemed unnecessary. If you have HHT, suspected HHT, or any type of arteriovenous malformation (AVM), I strongly encourage you to seek care at Anschutz instead of RIA. Anschutz will listen to you and your concerns. If you do stay with RIA, at least secure a second opinion before agreeing to repeated imaging or major treatment decisions. I wish I had trusted my instincts sooner. Patients deserve physicians who listen, respect informed questions, stay current on pertinent medical literature, and practice genuine shared decision-making. Unfortunately, that was not my experience with Dr. Matthew Brown or RIA. I deserved better. My children deserved better for their mom. Please continue advocating for yourself. Just because it didn't work for me, doesn't mean you should stop trying. They will have to hear us eventually. -Samantha R

Dr Bess and his staff did a great job on my knee surgery. His post op follow up was great and my…read morekneel heeled up as I had hoped. He was really good at answering all my questions. His staff was great at scheduling.

Dr. Bess runs a truly awful practice. The wait is hours (literally) and the staff is rather mean…read more His results always took weeks to come in and response to our phone calls was always tardy at least. Please go somewhere else if you have a medical issue.

I recently broke my hand after a stupid mistake. Be careful when using your Kitchen Aid Mixer is…read moreall I have to say. I came in for x-rays to see what the damage was. They got me in right away and were just awesome. The nurse there caught the small fracture I had (very hard to see on the x-ray) and stuck my hand in a brace till I could get in to see the doctor in a couple days (and let the swelling go down). When I went back they set me up with a brace and straps for my fingers to make sure I didn't break it any more while it was healing. Dr. Yi is fantastic and very friendly. Hopefully I never need to see them again, but if it comes up (knock on wood), I know where I'm going.

Was told in 2016 I had a rotator cuff issue which when prepped for surgery they told me it was…read morefrozen shoulder. Most painful surgery ever experienced! I have now, after med consults & MRI been told NO ROTATOR cuff!!! Completely unnessary surgery!!! Also was told by Dr Greenhow that my knees were an issue and might have to have knee replacement, saying that I must have been born with a birth defect with knees pointing inwards!! ALL lies, come to find out there's nothing wrong with them after years of synviscous injections! SHAMEFUL PRACTICE!!!!!