I suffer from degenerative disc disease and bone spurs that are pinching nerves in my neck causing pain through my arms. It's not fun. For the last three years, I've seen pain specialists throughout the Valley of the Sun, and they all prescribe Percocet or Vicodin or whatever opiate takes the pain away. I became dependent on these opiates. There is a lot of fear out there in the community from these opiates because you require more and more and more of the drug in order to provide the pain relief you require. This is extremely dangerous (and terrifying) because it could lead to abuse of opiates...or worse. Fearing what could happen to me if I needed more of these drugs, I needed to find an alternative. I wanted the JOY back in my life! I had enough of Percocet and I looked into a better way to treat my pain. I hooked up with Dr. Reader at Dependency Relief Specialists who treats me for my neck pain. He introduced me to buprenorphine, which is 11x more potent than morphine but you can actually drive and live your life without that glazed-over effect opiate has on you. And they last 24 hours instead of two, like traditional opiates. Dr. Reader has changed my perspective on how pain is treated. YOU DO NOT NEED PERCOCET OR VICODIN, and it's easy to switch from those opiates to buprenorphine - especially under the care of Dr. Reader. Opiate dependency is a serious issue in our community. I promise you, I'm like you - I thought there was no end to having to take Percocet four times a day to relieve my chronic pain. If you want to get off of opiates, you need to get in to see Dr Reader. His methods are safe and practical (and life saving). read more

Dr Reader and his staff are the best. My husband was on oxycontion for approx 5 years before seeing Dr Reader, he was behaving like any other person addicted to drugs and he was always saying how they weren't working, and he needed more. Then our family practice Dr sent him to Dr Reader that was best thing that ever happened to him. He is now able to function normally and NEVER complains about being in pain or wanting more drugs. My story is a little different, I had been on fentanyl and methodone for about 6 years. A year after my husband had been going to Dr Reader. I kept saying leave me alone I doing fine with my drugs. Well, I wasn't fine, I did not now how bad the drugs were affecting me and my breathing. I said I would give Dr Reader a chance and see if I could do better. That was the best decision of my life, I did not realize that the drugs were slowing my breathing down so bad, I am on oxygen, had I continued with the drugs I would not have woken up alive one morning. Now that we are both seeing Dr Reader all of our friends have noticed how much happier and healthier we are. And we both are feeling great. Dr Reader is the best!! read more

Dr Reader has been my Suboxone Doctor for over 5 years now and I cannot say enough great things about him. He is extremely caring, flexible with my schedule and always has the time to talk if I have any questions or concerns. If you have any issues with pain medication/other drugs and are seeking help, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Reader. He will take your appointment at a moments notice and get you the help you need. Suboxone has been a life saver for me and for all of you out there who are afraid to make the jump, please don't be scared. Reach out to Dr. Reader and he will make the process as easy as humanly possible. My quality of life has improved so much over the past 5 years. As someone who went through it, I can truly say that from where I was 5 years ago to where I am now, I owe a lot to Dr. Reader. Nothing but positive things to say about Dr. Robert Reader and his amazing staff and I strongly recommend him to anyone. - Chris R read more

I have had three spine surgeries and numerous other places which have left me with plates, screws, and pins throughout my body! I have dealt with the serious pain for a very long time! I have used every opioid to kill the pain and dealt with serious consequences of the dependency that is an inevitable aspect of pain management with opioids. Dr. Reader and his staff deal with everyone on equal terms with the knowledge that it could easily be one of them in our shoes. As an alternative to traditional pain management with opioids we used an alternative medicine called Suboxone which kills the pain but doesn't have all the ugly dependency issues with traditional opioids. It has changed my life! Whether you have pain management or dependency issues try this place and this drug. You can get back to a normal life! read more

Absolutely nothing bad to say about this place, the doc and staff will deliberately go out of there way to help you in anyway nesisary. The environment is closer to a family owned bed and breakfast because they make you feel so welcomed compared to an uncomfortable doctors office. I have been taking suboxone/subsolv for 6 years due to an injury while in the USMC, that being said, this is the ONLY place I would recommend my loved ones to attend. If you are trying to kick an opioid, come in, it took no time at all (maybe 45 min the initial visit and 20-30 min once amonth after that) and affordable. If you were prescribed opiates and got hooked, or just liked the way it felt, but ready to quit, it is damn near impossible without suboxone/subsolv and there staff. read more

Dr. Reader & his staff is amazing! I had to take pain medication for chronic pain, but I still had pain, the addiction & everything else that comes with it. After hitting rock bottom & not having anywhere to turn, I called Dr. Reader's office while going through withdrawals. They got me in the same day! Treated me as a person & not as a pill seeker. I have now been on Suboxone films for 3 months & my entire life has changed! No more cloudy head & most importantly the pain is gone! My daughters say that they're so glad to have their mom back. I was so scared to go on Suboxone & I'm a pharmacy technician, but Dr. Reader is brilliant & explained everything to me. Thank you so much Dr. Reader for helping me get my life back! read more

Dr Reader is THE most understanding and laid back doctor I have ever visited. I wish he could be my primary care doctor. If you or someone you know needs help getting off drugs THIS IS YOUR MAN! He is there to help you get clean but he won't rush you, he does everything in his power to ensure the transition from addicted to sober is as comfortable as possible. The ladies in the office are very personable and always happy to see you. The visits are extremely affordable compared to other addiction doctors. This office is the best chance for anyone to get clean, no question. read more

I have been going to Dr Reader now for almost 2 years. And i can tell you without hesitation. That Dr Reader and his staff and most definately saved my life. I was a heavy opioid user for 10 years. I was so bad i almost lost my kids, my home and everything i hold dear. Until i found DRS. I most certainly owe everything i have now to Dr Reader. If you are struggling with dependency and addiction. Please go talk to them and see how they can save your life too. With the help of alternative medications called suboxone or buprenorphrine. You can help turn your life around too. read more

Dr Reader is an extremely efficient and caring man. His staff is absolutely amazing and together they are committed to helping everyone overcome their dependency to prescription medications. No matter how you found yourself in this situation there comes a time when we have to face the facts that this "issue" requires professional help and I as a patient strongly encourage you to call this office and seek the professional help of Dr Reader. Your time to overcome is now. No more feeling guilty just personalized treatment that works! read more

I met Dr. Reader and his wife over a year ago. I suffer from Chronic Pain and it's very hard to find a way to treat my condition without having to be on morphine or codeine. Dr. Reader is very kind and spends the time I need to understand my treatment and answer any questions I may have. Helen always checks me in promptly with a big smile. I've never had to wait more than a couple minutes for my appointment. Both are friendly and always treat me with kindness. I would recommend going to Dependency Relief Specialists. read more

Fantastic office and provider. Very accommodating and considerate - efficient with patient's time and flexible scheduling options. Most importantly -- clearly competent and offering a truly valuable service. If you are coming from a chronic pain perspective or a dependency background, you owe it to yourself (and those important to you in your life) to explore treatment options with Dr. Reader. They are nothing short of life-altering. Highest marks across the board. read more

Hola ; quiero compartir un pequeño mensaje y espero que alguien que lea este review le pueda cambiar la vida igual que la mia cambió desde que conosi este doctor que ha sido una gran bendicion en mi vida ahora tengo una vida normal y para mi familia tambien le doy 5 estrellas por ser un exelente doctor que comprende la situacion de cada paciente y su objebtivo es ayudar, todos son muy amables lo recomiendo . read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Readers for 18 months now. Working with him I have been able to manage my pain from multiple stomach/GI surgeries. Dr. Reader is compassionate, professional and will work with you to get your life back. I recommend him to anyone who is struggling with chronic pain and or dependency on opiates. There are limited options out there and this is the best one you can choose. read more

Dr. Reader and his staff are amazing!! The best i have ever been to. They listen to you and they really seem to care. Helen and barbara are the sweetest women who run the front desk and take the appts and help you with any questions you may have. I have been coming here over a year and a half and have recommended them to several people and will continue to do so. Thank you so much for being here!! read more

Dr Reader and Helen are amazing people. With them I have been able to manage my pain and maintain an active life style. If I ever have any questions or worries they are taken care of right away and with respect. I would recommend them to anyone. Dr, Reader is so cmpationate and very under standing. read more

Dr Reader and staff are amazing. They really care about their patients and want to help improve your quality of life. Whether you need help with long term pain management or dependency they are the right folks to go to. Do yourself a favor and call them. You will see they treat you like family. read more

The office staff are all kind and helpful, treating each patient with dignity and respect. They worked directly with my insurance company to secure a prior-authorization for my prescription. Dr Reader is very knowledgable, supportive and nonjudgmental. I highly recommend this office. read more

I love coming to see Dr. Reader and his wife Helen and the nurse Baraba! They always make you feel welcome and they all listen to you and you feel they really care! Wish the price each month was less but you get what you pay for here! Great doctor and great service!! read more

Dr. Reader, his wife Helen and Barbara are three of the most genuine caring people I have ever met in the medical field. There is a way to manage pain without narcotics, and Dr Reader and his team will compassionately help you find the right path for you. read more