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5.0 (1 review)
Closed • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Fourth Corner Neurosurgery - Front entrance to Fourth Corner Neurosurgery

Fourth Corner Neurosurgery

2.6(28 reviews)
3.6 mi

For 3 agonizing years I suffered with debilitating back pain due to a herniated disc. After being…read moregiven the runaround from the Navy, going thru two rounds of physical therapy, and being rushed to the emergency room on multiple occasions due to the excruciating pain of a ruptured disc crushing my sciatic nerve, they finally said they'd refer me to a surgeon, while suggesting that the surgeon probably wouldn't have done much. Thankfully, Navy medical couldn't have been more wrong. I saw Dr. Ha in April, I was immediately impressed by his obvious knowledge in his field. We viewed my MRI images together while he explained to me in thorough detail what was going on with my spine. He pretty much immediately stated that I was a candidate for surgery to my relief. After the wonderful people at Fourth Corner got through my insurance company (Tricare) they got me in as soon as possible. I was scheduled to have surgery May 14. Yes! It happened that quickly! Prior to surgery Dr. Ha stopped by to see me and to figure out which site would be best for the incision. He wanted to make sure the scarring was minimal, I appreciated his meticulousness. Afterwards, once the anesthesia wore off, he came by to tell me that surgery went incredibly well and that my disc was in terrible shape. If I am remembering correctly, he said he couldn't believe that I was still walking and not wearing a diaper, that's how bad it was! Validation! Within 24 hours I was walking around pretty much pain free with the exception of the incision site and some occasional soreness. I was absolutely amazed. Dr. Ha and the entire team at Fourth Corner, quite literally saved my mobility and my career. I cannot thank them enough. He was so great throughout this entire process and really made me feel comfortable that I was in the best hands possible. He is an incredible physician I would recommend him 1,000 times.

I saw two Neurosurgical doctors for my cervical and lumbar spine issues. The first Doctor said I…read morewas born without some cervical disks. His parting comment was "have a good life". He declined to review my previous imaging showing proof of declining disk health (I was born with all of them). What kind of Doctor declines to review all available data, especially concerning the spine/brain? I won't name him. But then a second opinion with Dr Gorrepatti was incredible. He gave me a cervical fusion which relieved ALL my pain issues! I was able to stop taking the high doses of oxytocin. It's been 6 months and I've lost 25 pounds and I'm back to running 5 miles Thank you to Dr Gorrepati!!!

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Joel R Hoekema, MD

Joel R Hoekema, MD

3.3(3 reviews)
3.3 mi

Dr. Howkema did a wonderful job going over the MRI with me and offering advise on the next steps…read more Those did not include surgery. I found the doctor to be friendly and efficient.

I am a retired cop with 30 years of service. I definitely got a bit beat up on the job…read more Over the last two years I have had severe back pain and atrophy in my right leg, with numbness all the way to my foot and into my groin. I was told by an anesthesiologist treating me nerves in my lower back are being compressed. He did not say how. I have done PT, yoga and injections to no avail. I don't smoke, I am not overweight and I am in good shape otherwise. That said, my condition has progressively worsened. I was referred to Dr. Hoekema by the doctor who gave me injections in my back. As it turns out, Hoekema does not see people until he sees an MRI, even with a doctor's referral. I sent him the MRI I had just gotten. After waiting weeks, my Primary Care Physician contacted me and told me Hoekema would not see me because he did not think he could do anything for me. I got no consultation, no physical eval and most importantly...no explanation of what exactly is going on with my back and what to expect as I move forward. This is not my first rodeo when it comes to back issue back issues. I have been to three orthopedic surgeons over the years. They each examined me, reviewed MRIs with me, told me what the mechanical issues were and gave me their diagnosis and recommendations. Two times I avoided surgery and one I did not. Reviews of Hoekema make it seem like he is a bit of a jerk. Heck....the doctor who referred me implied he was. My experience (or lack thereof) with the good doctor does not do anything to contradict that. Frankly, someone needs to remind the good doctor he exists to care for patients. Shame on Peace Health for taking "care" out of Healthcare and thank you UW Med for giving me an appointment with a surgeon in a timely manner. Maybe I don't need surgery....maybe I do, but I expect the doctor there will tell me what exactly is going on with my back and recommend a path forward instead of just blowing me off.

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Bonnie Sprague, ARNP

Bonnie Sprague, ARNP

5.0(3 reviews)
1.1 mi

I found Bonnie Sprague purely as a fluke - I am so glad things happened in the universe that the…read moreconnection was made. Having largely sworn off western medicine for most of my adult life, I found the route of naturopathy to be more in alignment with healthcare, as in caring for peoples health. The holistic route. Having been physically active my life, when my body started behaving differently, I was not happy with the change. I was even less happy with the fact that no one in my western medicine community took my concerns seriously. Big hospitals and doctors that came highly recommended failed me time after time. Having moved to a new community and not having made new healthcare connections, I was in a place to start looking at starting over. Basically firing my fancy doctor and looking for a great doctor within the BIPOC Community. It was during this process that I learned about Bonnie and her work. I had never been to someone practicing functional medicine. Oddly, I don't even think I've ever researched down that path. But she came highly recommended and she accepts my insurance so I made an appointment. My initial appointment with Bonnie was very reminiscent of visits with former naturopath. Her approach is thoughtful and holistic. Her questioning was good and relevant and careful and inquisitive. She not only listened, but she heard what I was saying about my concerns - she tracked what I was saying, and asked questions to dive deeper. She ordered bloodwork that I needed to start getting answers. Bloodwork that I wasn't able to get from others because they wouldn't listen to me. Because she listened and was proactive, I'm now on a path of Collecting information that will tell a story. With that story will come actual health care. If you're feeling like you're not being heard and you're tired of getting blown off by providers with fancy titles doling out shitty care, check out functional medicine and Bonnie Sprague.

Ladies, there comes a time in your life (cough, middle age?!!) where having a doctor who truly…read moreunderstands you is a necessity... it took many, many attempts to find a medical office ...not just in Bellingham..in other states.. I would describe Bonnie's style as old-school...the most amazing thing about Bonnie, is not her years of experience, quaint office with easy parking and convenient location, highly professional staff..Sandra is a gem !! But the fact that Bonnie LISTENS!! Yep!! She truly does!! She actually takes the time to sit down and make sure she understands exactly what YOUR concerns are. I so appreciate this woman and her impeccable skills, judgment on numerous issues at this point. I would be lost without her! If you are reading this and liking what I am telling you, please let's keep it between us as we don't want her to turn into a doc-in-the-box kind office with plastic people and their artificial smiles as they swipe your card.. Bonnie is the real deal! Oh and I don't mean to be exclusionary.. I'm sure she treats other/all genders.

Chiron Healing Arts - naturopathic - Updated October 2026

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