This place is really terrific! I think one of the most important ingredients to successful physical therapy is the people who are helping you - not only their expertise, but their personal demeanor as well. Everyone you encounter here knows your name and makes you feel comfortable. Margarita was my primary therapist while I was there, but Mark also worked with me once as well. Both of them are very knowledgeable, kind, and patient. I especially appreciated how thorough Margarita was, taking the time to pinpoint the source of the lingering problems I was having from a neck injury, then taking steps to correct it. The assistants (Andy, Andy 2.0, Tina, Nick, amongst others whose names I'm sorry I don't recall) are also very knowledgeable and helpful. Lori, at the front desk, is always very pleasant and on top of any insurance issues that might come up. I was initially skeptical about the openness of the facility because everywhere else I'd been was always one-on-one in a private room. However, this was not an issue at all. The openness enhances the welcoming vibe that is evident as soon as you arrive. Another huge plus is their hours of availability - I never had a problem making an appointment at the time I wanted to come. I hope I don't have a need for physical therapy again, but if I do, I definitely know where to go. read more

As a newb to the physical therapy game, I have literally nothing to compare Vargo to, but let me go ahead and join the list of five star ratings anyway. As one of two places my podiatrist recommended with comparable reviews, it boiled down to location. With a facility close to work, in an easy access strip mall with ample parking, I have have no qualms with showing up at the ungodly 7am hour. And, hey, no sick time required when it's that early! It is unbelievable how much my plantar fasciitis has improved in just four sessions. Not to say you don't have to endure a little torture to get the results, but after two years of pain, it almost feels like miracles are being performed on my left foot. I've learned exercises that are simple enough to do at home once my therapy has run its course and it finally feels like there might actually be a light at the end of the tunnel. Despite the openness of the room, I never feel like I am on display. It's clean, everyone is positive and motivating, and it has been a great way to start my mornings when I go. Marc and the rest of the staff will take great care of you. read more

I've been receiving physical therapy from various institutions for some years. By far since receiving physical therapy from "Vargo Physical Therapy," I really feel taken care of. Modern equipment techniques and friendly knowledgeable staff read more

This one star is only for my husband's physical therapist/ director of Vargo Burbank, Marc Anthony Comrie(certificate#37462). Everybody else is wonderful, great and polite, including wonderful two receptionist ladies. We appreciate you. Marc has been treating my husband for 6,7 months. Everything was fine until 2/26/20 Wednesday. As my husband is severely disabled(Veteran)I drive him for his appointment, as his appointment was at 1 pm as always( go there 3 times a week always same time) one of their employees Johnny told my husband at 12:55 that "Marc was running late 5 min but he was on his way." My husband goes to his usual table starts exercising while he waits for Marc. At 1:12 another employee Matt calls Marc and says "Marc is still on his way." We had another medical appointment so we were leaving at 1:25 as Marc storms in and says "Sorry about that. Let's go back and treat you" to my husband. First of all, if you're 25 min late for your patient and work, we need more than "Sorry about that". My husband was really upset because he REALLY needed therapy as he's recovering from two failed spine surgeries on top of his broken neck and knee replacement and everybody knows him he's in a bad condition. Marc wanted to talk outside so we stepped outside and he gave us 3 lies. 1st he blame on his boss name Bob Grieder that he was having lunch with. Then my husband said "What kind of boss is he to make you come late for work"? We asked the boss's name Marc became silence. Then he changed his story to "the restaurant was really busy". Then I said why don't you pack your food " togo"? Then changed the story to "we were at lunch and couldn't get our check for 20 min" it's a BS as I work in the service industry, you can stand up and go ask hostess/manager/other server/busser/ YOU ASK ANYBODY for check. So when he told his coworker at 12:55 "he was on his way and be there in 5 min" was a lie, he was still at the restaurant. When he was still "on his way" at 1:12 was a lie too IF he was waiting to get his check for 20 min. Once again he was still at the restaurant eating when he knew his disabled patient who makes PT 3 times a week always at 1pm was waiting for him. We were upset because all he said was one after another lies, never apologizes, so we left after getting nonsense stories from Marc. 15 min later I call receptionist to get Marc's lunch mate boss's name and number and next thing Marc answers the phone being really rude talking over me 100 miles an hour saying my husband and I "attacked him and it wasn't cool. Excuse me? Attacked him? He was late for 25 min and gave his coworkers and us 3 lies that's why we were upset and from his view, "we were attacking him"?? He FINALLY gives me boss's name and number and next thing he started yelling at me so loud (on speaker phone)and so fast and I told him he's given us 3 lies and it was unacceptable that he should have been honest and said "sorry i messed up". That's all we wanted. Apology. Nope. Then he told me I'm wrong, he's 100% disagree with me and yells at me and says "THE CONVERSATION IS OVER" and he hung up on me. I've given 2 days to Vargo to call us to apologize, no they have not done it. Nor Marc called to apologized. So I'm calling insurance company from the V.A hospital and tell them not to give any referrals to Vargo physical therapy, as director of the place is a joke and then I'm going to call Vargo corporate then California State Board of Physical Therapy to file a formal complaint about Marc Anthony Comrie for being unethical and untruthful, neglecting disable patient disrespectfully, lying three different times giving us different stories including him telling us "his boss made him to come to work late" and yelling at me over the phone just because I told him we busted him lying three times and he hung up on me. Now my husband has to get a new prescription from his doctor which takes weeks if anybody knows how the V.A system works, find a new physical therapy place and a therapist. He MUST get 3 therapies a week and husband is without therapy all week thanks to Marc. Wasting our life and time. Now my husband's condition is gonna go back to where it was because not being able to get therapy because of Marc. Last time when he didn't have therapy for 2 weeks because of insurance glitch he was back in ER at UCLA. Let the state board investigate who was right and who was wrong since Vargo Physical Therapy clearly does not care about their patient. Marc Comrie is a liar who takes no responsibilities about his wrong doing, he is lacking ethics and most importantly he is very disrespectful. read more

Best customer service, pain was at a 8 and after one visit it was down to a 2. Wouldn't go anywhere else and highly recommend.

I went there for facitis. I had hip replacement 6 was prior. Everybody was so helpful, my foot was pain free after 2 weeks. I would recommend this group to everyone. Thank you everyone read more

Vargo is fantastic. Joyce, Brett, Allie, Mark - I don't remember every name but they are all great to work with. read more

I am so, so grateful to have found this office!! I began this year barely being able to walk up or down a single step as I was in so much pain with my knee. I'm now doing jump lunges and running again!! After being an active person for as long as I can remember, it is a huge relief to be working out again. The staff here are unbelievably patient and I've found my PT Marc to be incredibly knowledgeable. I actually came here with not one but two injuries - the second one I thought I just had to live with, but that is now on the way to being healed too - and from what I understand shoulder injuries can take a long time to fix - so, I'm very grateful to Vargo for giving me my mobility back. In light of Covid - I'm pretty terrified and have been vigilant about my safety this year - I've been isolating except for my physio. So it's worth mentioning that they go above and beyond here to keep everyone safe. You'll have your temperature taken when you arrive, patients are spread out and the staff are cleaning constantly. Highly recommend checking this place out. read more

Everyone from the front desk to the PT staff are the best. Worst thing to do with an injury is to attempt to tough it out. Vargo PT has gotten me back in the saddle quickly and painlessly. read more

Erin and Marc were excellent managers and physical therapists, always very attentive and friendly. They made sure to understand my needs as a hemophiliac and cater the work accordingly to make sure there weren't any further damage being done to my torn calf muscle. Tina the PTA was also super helpful and always so nice when explaining new exercises. Oh and Olivia was great to see whenever checking in and out. Everyone really cares about the patients and show great enthusiasm to help. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing physical therapy. Two thumbs up!! read more

This is a full scale widgetized operation. While I do think they provide general baseline service. Everything is separated. First a tech sees you and may offer you ice or heat, then the doctor sees you for like 5 min then a tech sees you to do the exercises. So you feel like you've been put into a PT assembly line. The reason I'm giving this place one star is for anyone who has fibromyalgia. I do, and I let them know. They didn't seem to care and when I told them what they were making me do was hurting I was told that sometimes pain is good. Maybe in other cases but for me it put me in an all out fibromyalgia pain bout where I was in tears and could barely walk when I was done. I think these people are not mean or ill intentioned they're just okay PT people and likely not well informed/educated. So for basic rehab they are likely okay but for anyone who has specialized needs STAY AWAY!!! It is almost impossible for them to provide thoughtful service when they are passing you from person to person (and it changes every visit), and have PT doctors who are not well educated on other conditions that impact the approach to care. read more

Good employees very knowledgeable and they will make a change in your life the only problem I see at this place you have no confidentiality at all they need to have every bed covered with some sort of a cover so the patients could be more comfortable read more

Four years ago I injured in a car accident that occurred when a woman ran a red light and broad-sided our truck at approximately 50 mph. As a result, I suffered a partial tear of the bicep and rotator cuff as well as a partial fracture of the clavicle. Thanks to several months of therapy with Mark Comrie, I regained full range of motion in my shoulder, and did not have to undergo surgery. Now I am 4 years older, and an MRI has revealed that I have severe tears in my meniscus which cannot be repaired with surgery. My orthopedist has determined that I will require partial knee replacements in about 2-3 years, but in the interim to alleviate the pain, he has sent me to Vargo and to the care of Marc Comrie. Marc and his staff have been working with me to build up the muscles that support the knee so I will be able to withstand the discomfort until I am ready for the surgery. It has not been a fun process as the work is hard, and Marc's hands on treatment can be tough, and even though we are only half way through the treatment plan, I am able to get through the day with the help of one Advil. I am so grateful to Marc and the staff at Burbank Vargo for their hard work. The staff is very attentive, and while one staff member may be busy another staff member will jump in to keep you moving on your exercise program. I am now back to working out which I was not able to do for over 8 months. I have known Marc for well over 4 years now, and I have referred many friends to him for treatment, all of whom have reported very positive results. He is an incredibly competent therapist who is compassionate and empathetic of the fact that the patients in his care are suffering varying degrees of pain. Marc has the unique ability to integrate these honorable characteristics with his commitment to provide the maximum amount of pain relief to the patients he serves with his specifically designed physical therapy treatments. read more

Brett is a great therapist. He was able to help my neck injury and get me up and going the past year. Before this I was unable to move my neck and was feeling dizzy. He is extremely skilled in this work and a great help to improving my health. I am so grateful for this place! The staff is awesome. read more

I have been going here for several months and couldn't be more thrilled with the results. I have issues with both shoulders and at one point, I couldn't even hold up a toothbrush. Now, I am able to lift grocery bags and then some! And all thanks to Marc and his team. Marc is a phenomenal listener and will pay close attention to your needs and ask questions, then come up with a plan that works. He is also one of the kindest people I have come across.....ever. Every person here deserves recognition. Even the few I have not directly worked with are to be commended, because I see how hard they work with other clients. I have worked with Sal and Justin, who always keep me laughing and recently with Tatiana as well, who is an absolute sweetheart! Yohana, TJ, Tina, and Nick have also been great. Everyone looks out for every client and fills in on your next exercise so you are not left wondering what to do next. Erin is also fantastic, as she has filled in for Marc periodically. The girls at the front office, Olivia and Patty are friendly and super kind. Olivia will go out of her way to make any and all insurance issues resolved. She really cares about the clients and is extra diligent to our needs. Vargo in Burbank will be my " go to" place if I should ever need physical therapy again. read more

Just say Nooooooo. This place has the absolutely worst system of any physical therapy place I've ben to. First you wait forever and then you start with one guy, who leaves you and then someone new shows up and you have to start over and then she leaves you and you sit there waiting for someone to notice you and then guy one comes back and then leaves you again and then BOOM another guys comes over who knows nothing about what you've done or need and so it goes... Wellspring in Glendale is MUCH better...you start with one person who stays with you the whole time...as it should be. read more

Had a very good experience and I found the cost extremely fair considering the P/T I had a few months earlier up the street at urgent care was $945. per 45 minute sessions and spent even less time with an actual therapist. Makes Vargos $160. sessions seem like a real bargain. Didn't mind the communal atmosphere at all. Everybody's nice... read more

I love this place manager is great a little busy but still great! Would recommend we nd to anyone.

Unfortunately, the problem turned out to be not just with the aids there (please see my original review below). I found out that Dan, a physical therapist there, did not evaluate the source of the pain correctly and provided the wrong and unsuccessful treatment for months. I know that for sure because the last week I got the right evaluation with the different diagnosis and treatment elsewhere. I felt much better just after the first visit with a few days of home exercise program. The second treatment helped even more. read more

This is in response to the lengthy yelp review Tea C posted. She left out some important facts from her dissertation. From my prospective (and I have been treated at Vargo for the past two years for various injuries so I have had appointments on many different days and times), i've had a lot of time to observe how Marc and the other therapists and assistants and staff have continually and courteously treated all patients at Vargo -- it's why Vargo is rated #1 in Burbank!! I've seen your husband there on several occasions and I've seen Marc drop everything he was doing and put other patients, who were there BEFORE your husband, on hold simply to instantly treat your husband who seemed very demanding and impatient. I guess that point was proven last week when Marc was held up at a business lunch meeting with his boss and was late getting back to Vargo for your husband's appt. I should also mention that all of us who get treated at Vargo understand that there is a waiting area (just like at a doctor's office or hospital) because sometimes you have to wait and adults realize that and plan accordingly. Nobody is more important than anyone else waiting to be treated, but apparently your husband and you do not understand that concept either!!! There are other veterans and different ages of injured patents at Vargo being treated, as well as your husband, and we are all just as important as your husband. There are also other therapist and assistants that could have accommodated his treatment, but he was demanding Marc, so he had to wait til Marc was able to be available. Your husband's childish outburst, cursing at Marc when he did arrive 15-20 minutes later than expected, is a reflection of your husband's unreasonable and outrageous behavior in a public place! Would your husband have done that in a doctor's office or hospital? During all my time at Vargo, I have never seen or heard Marc yell or be abusive to anyone; he's a professional. I wish your husband the best in finding another physical therapy place that will be as good and accommodating as Vargo and, while your husband is at it, he should ask the VA for a referral to anger management classes. Vargo can now return to the great place it has always been for physical therapy treatments with no threat of a demanding, childish, disruptive outburst of cursing over having to wait 15-20 minutes!!! read more

I arrived 15 minutes early for my first appointment to fill out the inevitable paperwork. When I got there, the doors were locked and there was a sign that said "will return at 1." The woman sitting at the front desk saw me outside and chose to simply ignore me. I decided to go to 7-Eleven for some coffee while I waited. When I came back it was about 5 minutes before my appointment so I tried knocking on the door--the receptionist saw me and laughed. I tried calling and she didn't answer the phone. I'm assuming that this young lady was on her lunch break, but that's beside the point. This is a physical therapist's office which means that the clientele is likely to be recovering from an injury, and it would be really nice to have a place for us to sit while waiting for our appointments. I think it's incredible rude to leave clientele standing outside, so I chose to take my business elsewhere. This review is solely based on how the front of the business is run and not the actual physical therapy. read more

This place is great! I came here with some persistent lower back issues after my doctor recommended it to me. Marc is awesome! He identified the problem right away and came up with a treatment plan. All of the staff is super nice and helpful. read more

My experience with Vargo Physical Therapy has been first rate. Dan Farwell and his staff are total professionals and their attention to detail is above and beyond what I have experienced at other PT facilities. They really take the time to get to know the root of the problem and treat it with the utmost care. I can't think them enough for getting me up and running again.. read more

When you get injured is hard to find great people that will take care of you and get you better. I have to say everyone at The Burbank location cares about your recovery and about you....I've been treated by Mark and Erin and both are great and they have a supporting cast that is 5 stars (Lauri, Abby,Nick, Yoanna,TJ,Justin, Ryan)....I'll recommend this team to anyone of my friends and family. read more

Love this place!! Waited until after my third visit to write my review to make sure it was consistent. The front staff was great setting up my first appointment and every time I check in they are very friendly and helpful. The staff here obviously enjoys working here since they are beyond friendly and helpful. YES it's not a private therapy session so it's an open room setting which did not bother me. Everyone is busy being attended to or doing their exercises. I'm a professional dance instructor and do my best to give my students the best service I can and expect no less from businesses or services I deal with. The staff remembered my name after my first visit and greets me by name when I'm taken in for my session and wish me well as I leave. Each of the assistants and aids walk me through my stretching exercises to make sure I'm doing them correctly. My therapist is Cody and is fantastic!! From my initial thorough consultation to his deep tissue massage of my lower back to end each session he has been great. If I could give 10 stars I would!!! read more

I have had knee issues (tendonitis, bursitis, etc.) for a long time but it finally got so painful, I could barely walk. My Orthopedic Doc sent me to Vargo to see Marc. (I wasn't having any progress at the place I went to previously) Marc is the reason for the 5 stars! He put together a plan that really pushed me. I have been a dancer most of my life and Marc really understands the different dance movements and habits I have from that and watches out for that when I work. The way Vargo works is that they have 5 or 6 people in therapy at the same time. Marc checks in with you as you do your exercises. Yes, the assistants and Marc make sure that you are doing them properly. Honestly, I know the proper form and everything so after they instruct me a few times, I am happier to not be followed around and hovered over. You go through a program of exercises and just when I thought, "I am getting good at these" they upped the resistance and intensity. The exercises last about 40 minutes and you move from a table to different equipment around the very large, open room. I like that there are other people I can talk to who are also in treatment. You feel encouraged as you work. I have gotten to know the different aids and patients and you feel like you are visiting friends. Marc then meets you to do massage and adjustments and discuss your program and how you have been feeling. He is so personable and has a positive attitude. I love the fact that he actually listens to me! He notices when I seem tired or quiet and has a personal relationship with every patient. My knee has finally started to improve now that I am doing therapy at Vargo. My kneecap has started to move where it should be and I can now do a few stairs without pain (huge improvement). I am happy that I found Vargo and looking forward to dancing again in the near future! read more

These guys are great. Marc is very knowledgable and truly cares for his clients. He listens and gives thoughtful and specific feedback during the exercises. I've been to three or four different PT offices and these guys are the best in LA. It is a bummer to get injured but if you do, GO VARGO! read more

I have gone through two separate physical therapy treatments and a surgery in the 20 years that I have had this knee injury. I went to Vargo as a last hope before having to go through another surgery. I am thrilled to share that since I have been through PT here, my doctor has told me surgery is no longer necessary. Vargo worked on my knee using methods and exercises the previous therapists never tried. I can't help but think if I had this quality of care 20 years ago I wouldn't have wound up in the shape I was when I walked into Vargo the first time. I worked primarily with Mark, who is phenomenal, but all the staff are very friendly and personable. If I had a question, I could ask any of the staff and get the answer I needed. I would recommend the Burbank location to anyone! read more

I was sent here for worker's comp back in 2017. The first session went fine. I was looking forward to the second session but never made it since the scheduling was messed up. End up at another location. And then just gave up since the scheduling was messed up period at both locations. But just wanted to give my 2 cents. Hopefully it has improved since. read more

This Vargo site is excellent. Mark (Manager) have managed to successfully build a team so perfect that I look forward to my P.T. days. Olivia, Office Administrator ( front desk) is awesome in helping me with scheduling my P.T. sessions. She's very professional and efficient with a glowing personality. Staff members are very professional and definitely knows what they are doing. Justin, TJ, Nick, and Eddie are ones who have taken care of me; all excellent and inspiring. Justin always manage to calm me down and make me feel better with his kind words, efficiency, and empathetic attitude. I have known Mark for many years and I know that his transformational leadership have a lot to do with building such a great team. Thank you to the team but special thanks to Mark , Justin, Olivia, TJ, Eddie, & Nick. read more

Physical therapists are good. Front desk a nightmare. Not an ounce of compassionate. Disappointed in this place. Switched to another PT place. read more

I was refered to marc made an appointment with him been there 2times both times got some other therapist.everytime i told them i have an appoi tment with marc they take u in and someone else treats you.needed help with paperwork for my disability was told for a call back the next day and i never got an answer from nicole who told me she will call me. Then i called back for an answer i was told they will call me back till this day its the 2nd week nobody has called. Very irresponsibly front desk. read more

I'm rating Vargo 5 stars because the physical therapist, Dan Farwell, is amazing! I've been going to him for years. In the past he has cured me of tennis elbow. a tear in my right miniscus, and two ruptured spinal discs, all without surgery! When I recently tore my left miniscus, I tracked him down to his new location. He has a special way of taping that relieves the pain and helps it heal faster. I'm now back to hiking without having to endure the recommended surgery! If you want to avoid surgery, go see Dan! read more

Vargo in Burbank gets many positive reviews.... I would guess most of these people had little to compare their experience to ....or they were written by one of the MANY students they employ !! For a store front location next to a 7Eleven, it is clean and the equipment is fine. But this place is far from I expect from a health care facility. No question it is primarily a profit center and 90% of your time is spent with students working for minimum wage. One or two actual PTs on duty whom might spent 5-10 minutes with you. The actual "Therapy " you receive can greatly vary for each visit. Also, NEVER make an appointment during a big sports event because you will be competing with the televisions that are always playing. One large open room, on a busy street, with no privacy. It is usually very busy, 8-10 people , and you are right on top of the other clients. Many times had wait time for equipment and often spent much of my time waiting for direction from one of the kids. Finally, my biggest complaint, was the very poor staff ( one person) at the front desk. Mistakes with scheduling, poor comunication with my Doctor, and worst of all, over $300 worth of my co-payments that were never recorded..... Or, hate to say, stolen by the girl at the desk ( I often paid with cash) . I always paid in advance and they were diligent about asking for payment. No way I ever missed paying. But a few weeks after my last visit, I got a big bill !!! I responded to that bill with some evidence of my payments, never heard anything except kept getting the same bill. I know for a fact that they were aware of the problems at the front desk. When I tried to address the situation again with the main office, I got a very polite " just pay your God Damn Bill ".... Like I previously stated.... Big profit center ... All about the $$$$$ ... Oh... Also...they really raped my insurance company too !! Crazy rates !! My advice... Find a real Physical Therapy Facility ... Don't settle for this "99 cent store" version read more

The staff is great here! they make you feel great right at home. Everyone is friendly and try their best to get you going. they work around your schedule and make sure your are doing everything the right way. Seems like a giant family!!! The 1 star is not for the Employees, but for the Corporate. If you can find some place else to go please do so. after i stopped going to therapy i got bill after bill stating i owned the money. Saying that I did not pay my Co-pay. after a few phone calls it went from not paying my Co-pay to not paying my deductible. This Corp. just try to find a way to take money out of the little guys pockets. I would never go here again! I wish the staff would move to diffrent company!! They are great, but Corp. read more

I just had to walk out of Vargo on my second visit because they were so over-booked that I was just sitting there, waiting for aids to come give me instructions. No one seemed to notice. read more

I have been a patient at Vargo for approximately the past few months for unrelated foot and knee pain and they do an outstanding job with one on one care. From my first evaluation to each and every physical therapy session, Dan Farwell takes his time in working to improve my mobility and it has worked! His staff is friendly, warm and does a thorough job each visit. I would highly recommend Vargo for your physical therapy needs. read more

Just began my PT for my back following surgery two months ago. I am so glad I have chosen Vargo for my treatment. First, certified therapist Marc evaluates thoroughly your personal situation and condition and begins a treatment plan within the parameters of the approving physician. Marc is amazing. He is very friendly, personable and treats you like a friend. He started treatment on my first visit and I am very optimistic that this will get me where I need to be physically. He has a number of assistants that contribute and are very knowledgeable about what is needed. And everyone here is very friendly and polite, just what you want when you are in need of PT. They also gave me some tips on what I can do at home to help my progress. This place is so large that there are people everywhere, all being monitored and treated accordingly. I hear their comments and see their reactions to their treatments and I have never once heard any complaints or dissatisfaction. I am looking forward to my treatments and feel great about my prognosis. Marc, you da man!! read more

Marc is superb. He has been treating me for the past year and he has made a huge difference in my recovery. The whole staff is extremely friendly, hard working and cares very much for every patient. read more

I did not want to go to physical therapy. I did not even want to go to a doctor to check out my swollen ankle, but I am sure glad I did! I sprained my ankle jogging and others convinced me to go to a podiatrist. Podiatrist told me I tore a few ligaments. I had never injured my body and was weary of going to physical therapy. Mark, Andy, and the staff are really helpful and take care of you. It is not the most fun thing to do these exercises, but they have helped me tremendously with my ankle. Because of Vargo, and especially MARK, I am now running again! Thank you VARGO!! read more