I have been a patient of Dr. David Chao for couple of issues i had. I had De Quervain's…read moreTenosynovitis and I also had him as my orthopedic surgeon/doc for my ACL reconstruction. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and extremely good at his craft. His experience speaks for himself. Top class doctor and would definitely recommend him.

In February 2015, Dr. Chao performed surgery to repair a torn labrum in my shoulder. Before that…read moresurgery, I had no problems or symptoms involving my biceps. Unfortunately, I did not recover as expected and the shoulder continued to have the same issues. In addition, after the surgery, I developed severe biceps pain and weakness that has been far more debilitating than the original shoulder problem. For more than 10 years, I have continued to seek answers through countless appointments, diagnostic tests, treatments, procedures, and additional surgeries. Despite these efforts, I have experienced little to no meaningful improvement, and many physicians have been unable to identify an effective treatment for my condition. This experience has had a profound impact on my life, causing significant physical pain, emotional distress, and financial hardship.

I'd never had great experiences with chiropractic adjustments before coz they just never seemed to…read morework on me for some reason. But this experience wasbDIFFERENT! A very good different. I think the important thing to note is that Dr.Ehlers specializes in sports chiropractic, which is very different from the classic family chiropractic. As people who actually lift maybe 4x a week, and also have desk jobs, this is EXACTLY what my husband and I needed. He feels major relief every adjustment. It took some time for me feel the impact since I haven't been going to a Chiro for as long as my husband has, but I can definitely hear those cracks and feel some relief. 10/10 recommend!

Found this guy on yelp! Best decision ever. He's personable and gets you fixed up quick. He works…read moreon the whole fam. Thanks Dr. Travis E!

One year ago I was happily running on the beach in Encinitas when a wave came in closer than…read moreexpected. I sprinted to get out of the way and hurtled a small boulder. When I came down on my right foot I heard a loud "pop" and felt a tremendous pain in my butt. Turns out I avulsed all three hamstring attachments from my pelvis!! Thankfully I am friends with the former Chargers sports medicine chiropractor so he was my first phone call. He told me, quotation Dr.Tal David is the Best orthopedist!" So I went to Scripps urgent care to have it x-rayed to make sure no bone had dislodged with the attachments. The ER doctor said to me, "I hope you have a good orthopedist, do you?" I told him I had been referred to one but if he knew of one I wanted that referral to. He replied "Dr Tal David is the best in all of San Diego" I can happily report that I am running faster and farther and I'm stronger in every way post surgery. I'm hiking, paddle boarding and doing everything I did before and more. I have also had terrific functional physical therapy and Dr. David recommended a specific one in Encinitas, G3. I wouldn't trust my physical function to any other orthopedist. He is the best of the best.

What can I say, he is exceptional. Not only is he a great experienced surgeon that can put a…read moreshoulder back together with his eyes shut , but his bedside manner and caring for his patients is beyond what you get with most Dr's . He is just such a sweet guy too. Very humble and cordial. He is upfront, tells you what to expect upfront and actually see you himself for aftercare and check ups. His team is also fantastic. Caring and they keep everyone up to date on whats happening when your person gets out of surgery, what to expect and what to do. Just all around you feel that everyone is in the best hands. Hands down, I would recommend him every time and I actually do every time someone asks me about a surgeon here, as I also work in the Medical field.

Car did illegal uturn on road and i tboned him on a motorcycle at a high rate of speed. Shattered…read moremy right leg from knee down dislocated my thumb (which was diagnosed 4 months after diagnosis), and shattered dont index finger & knuckle. Went to 2 Pt centers and was at each one for 6 days and progress started declining. Spoke with my physical dr Anthony (great physical doctor) and he recommended this Pt. Kristen, Mackenzie, Doreen, Gloria and the 3 other ladies who have helped (which I don't remember their names) as well as everyone in the building is amazing. Kristen has been amazing for my hand. Mackenzie has been amazing for my leg. Both have made huge progress and did within the first 10 days. Highly recommend, amazing environment with great people, took on projects that other pt places couldn't achieve progress on.

First of all, I had a few visits with Dr.Koretoff and had a great experience with both him and the…read morefront desk. They always answered the phone right away and he was very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He then referred me to the physical therapy office next door and that's where the issues began. Since the first time I called, nobody ever picks up, I called 20+ times in a span of 2 weeks and each time the automated phone system made me listen to a 5 minute message about the history of San Diego Sports Medicine and the different location's phone numbers and then would proceed to hang up on me. The few times it did let me leave a message, nobody ever got back to me. It seems like nobody works at the front desk for some reason. When they finally got back to me, they made an appointment for me with the specific PT that Dr.Koretoff had requested. I was 3 weeks out from the earliest appointment which was not ideal but I had no choice but to wait. When I finally received the appointment reminder the week before the appointment, it said that the appointment will be with someone else, and not the person I had made the appointment with. The person at the front desk even confirmed that it will be with the PT I requested but that's not what they inputted in the system. As a result, I now have to wait another week to start PT. They offered no way to reconcile the situation even though it was their fault, and basically the conclusion was "tough luck, you have to pay for our mistake." In a separate conversation with the front desk again, they were explaining to me the difference between paying out of pocket vs going through insurance. They gave me the out of pocket rate but said that they can't confirm what the cost will be with insurance until I come in so I explained my deductible and the terms on my coverage to get her advice, the answer I got verbatim was "I've explained to you over and over again and it doesn't seem like you're understand so I think I'm wasting my time here." WTF? She only explained to me once, and basically indirectly called me dumb and told me I'm wasting her time? That's no way to talk to any patient especially if I'm being respectful. This is absolutely unacceptable. I don't care if you're having a bad day, you shouldn't be talking to people like that period, let alone if your job is customer service. This is absolutely the worst experience I've ever had with any front desk/customer service. It's like they hate their jobs. Do you guys no vet people before hiring them?

Theresa and Trevor helped my baby tremendously with mobility and reducing tension. My son was born…read morefrank breech, so he already had increased muscle tension in his neck and body. Through their stretches and very gentle hands-on work, my baby became much more relaxed and was able to breastfeed better. I was a bit hesitant at first, but my lactation consultant recommended them and I couldn't be more grateful that I went. I would absolutely recommend them and I truly trusted their hands with my baby.

LiveSmart chiropractic is the place for the whole family! Both doctors are very professional and…read morefriendly. The office is always so clean and welcoming. My experience here while pregnant, postpartum and also while bringing my newborn was top of the line. I recommend this office to everyone in my life seeking a knowledgeable doctor who genuinely cares not only for your spinal care, but for your entire picture of health. Do not hesitate and go book your appointment!

My doctor is Kenneth Vitale and am I lucky. I did my research and found him and I cannot tell you…read morehow great he is. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, compassionate and listens completely. There is never a feeling like you are rushed when you go there. I also have to say his assistant, Brian, is the best! They will help you through any challenge you have or refer you to the source you need. I had knee issues and didn't think I would get any better. With Dr. Vitale's help and guidance, I'm on the road to recovery. It's a drive for me, but so worth it.

I sought treatment at this clinic for severe right knee pain and left feeling completely dismissed…read more My experience was especially disappointing because I had previously worked with another physical therapist years ago who conducted a thorough evaluation and ultimately referred me to a specialist clinic where I was formally fitted for a custom knee brace for my left knee. That level of care helped me understand my condition and provided a path forward. At this clinic, the evaluation consisted primarily of X-rays and having me walk a few steps back and forth. Based on that minimal assessment, I was told they didn't think anything was wrong. Despite clearly explaining that I suffer from significant knee pain and that my symptoms are affecting my daily life, there was no meaningful attempt to identify the cause, discuss treatment options, evaluate my strength or mobility in depth, or provide any plan for managing the pain. What made the experience even more frustrating was that I specifically told them about my previous knee brace and the circumstances that led to it being prescribed. Rather than exploring whether a similar evaluation or referral might be appropriate for my current right knee issues, I was left sitting for roughly 20 minutes before an administrative staff member came in simply to show me knee brace options they happened to have in stock. To add insult to injury, I paid nearly $150 out of pocket after insurance for what amounted to little more than X-rays, a brief walk across the room, and being shown products for sale. I received no meaningful assessment, no treatment plan, no referral, and no support for the severe knee pain that brought me there in the first place. I came looking for professional medical guidance and a thorough physical therapy assessment. Instead, I felt like my concerns were brushed aside and the focus shifted to selling products rather than understanding why I am experiencing significant pain. Patients deserve to be listened to, evaluated carefully, and given clear recommendations. Unfortunately, my experience was a costly waste of time and money.

5 stars to Dr Chao. Extremely diligent and a thorough professional. I don't really care for post op…read more table side manners, all ll I care is great results and doctor Chao Delivered 100%. Also very honest, transparent, polite, truly cares of the physical well-being of the patient. Very detailed with explanations of the procedures. 1.5 star to the office , Dr Chao's main assistant is warm and welcoming, a good nurse but not great besides that. Maybe she's a good assistant to the doctor himself, but brace yourself if you're a patient. You'll have to do a lot of homework on your own. My experience was: no call backs, even if promised; I understand when I couldn't reach her due to busy schedule, but zero call backs resulting in several re-schedules of the promised date for the op room that lead to a several months delay... Then my claim was denied (about a certain insurance coverage) because of the officer's lack of knowledge. I needed to ask my insurance to call the office and fix this mistake. She agreed that it was their mistake - I'm thankfull for that and we all make mistakes, but I had to go through some rough times and I got charged for an extra appointment because of that, so the advice is to always educate yourself and advocate for yourself no matter what even if you get denied‍. And lastly, I had a specific date for a post op check up scheduled. During that appointment the tubes sticking out of my body were supposed to be removed and I couldn't wait for it. It was torture. The appointment got rescheduled. I caledl and stressed that the doctor told me the check up had to be sooner than later - no reaction. In a weeks time - I call again to confirm - and Dr is out of the office. Why would a patient be scheduled on the day when the Dr is ooo...and it was vacation not emergency. Anyway, I beg for someone to remove my tubes and she said that she could do it any day by herself. I was so upset-mad lol To summarize: maybe I dont know how hard it is to be a surgeon's assistant and I'm being unfair. And all in all, my coverage was approved and the surgery went great. It just was not the best admin experience for me - it took a lot for a non native person to dig in the intricacies of insurance processes and advocating for myself while completely new to the process. So take care and be proactive. Dr Chao - recommend!

Have been going to Oasis to see Dr James Chao for my hands/elbows. Had surgery beginning of…read moreNovember, got sutures out 2 weeks after surgery & im healing nicely & everyone was so helpful & sweet in his office. Tracy is his assistant & she is always very helpful.

I have been fortunate to have been a patient of two amazing doctors at SDSM. I was a patient of…read moreDr. Elizabeth Williams until she left the clinic in 2023. Luckily, I was able to switch over to Dr. Koretoff's panel. Dr. Koretoff is one of the best providers I've ever had. He truly cares about his patients and listens to them. He's responsive to my questions and is willing to put in the time and effort to get the referrals or medications in that I need. I've had some serious health issues and know my body. I appreciate that Dr. Koretoff respects my concerns and refers me to a specialist when my medical history and/or symptoms warrant doing so. It's clear that he wants his patients to be healthy and have the best quality of life possible (even if it means having to engage in a prior authorization fight with an insurance company to do so. Additionally, the staff here - from x-ray tech to clinic staff - are friendly and treat me with respect. Thank you for keeping me healthy!

I had an extremely frustrating experience with San Diego Sports Medicine involving appointments…read morewith Dr. Courtney O'Bryan and Dr. Alicia Gupta. I spent more than 2.5 hours driving between two locations today and never saw a doctor. I first drove to the Alvarado Road office for my appointment with Dr. O'Bryan, only to learn that it had been canceled. The office told me they had called and left a message in September. I never received that call or any voicemail notifying me of the cancellation, and no one confirmed that I knew my appointment had been canceled. No text or email. I remained calm and polite, and the office rescheduled me for 3:30 that afternoon with Dr. Gupta in Sorrento Valley. After driving to that location, I arrived 10 minutes late and was told I could not be seen. The lack of consideration was incredibly disappointing. On top of it the cancellation came allegedly from the doctor herself. She refused to see me for ten minutes. The office expected me to absorb the inconvenience of an appointment cancellation I had never received notice of, yet would not accommodate a 10-minute delay at the replacement appointment they arranged. Patients' time matters, too. Two offices, two canceled visits, hours of driving, and no care received. This experience left me feeling that my time and access to care were not priorities.

Dr Hackett is the best chiropractor Ive ever visited - and Ive been to a few. She isnt about…read moresigning you up on some year plan where she sees you for 5 minutes. She cares about treating her patients until the problem is fixed and she doesnt upsell anything. I train in muay thai and she has helped me recover from injuries and adjusted me, tissue work, electrostim, etc to help me stay healthy. She has this amazing ability to pinpoint the exact place that its causing the issues - and when she finds it her tissue work hurts sooo good. She also is highly knowledgable and there were times where I had issues that she already diagnosed before a doctor even said it. If you're on the fence about it just go try her out like I did and you wont be disappointed. I have pretty high standards and she passed them all.

A friend of mine recommended Dr. Hackett. My prior chiropractor had retired, so I needed someone…read morenew to help me with my minor back issues. I've been seeing chiropractors for 40+ years, and have experienced the gamut of services, from good to bad. Dr. Hackett is definitely one of the good ones. One thing I appreciate is how she is focused not just on cracking different bones, but she spends a good amount of time on muscle areas. Definitely more massage related than the standard "pop & crack" chiropractors I've experienced. And she is very personable. Definitely worth checking out.

I used Dr Mike for a back injury in 2021 and he fixed my problem with one adjustment. I recently…read morehurt my back again and during one adjustment I could hear and feel the improvement! The advice he gave me for exercises to keep my lower back strong were also very helpful!. Thanks Dr Mike

Gout and Arthritis pain were given the boot by Dr. Mike! Of course it can't be cured, but Dr. Mike…read morebrings huge relief to the symptoms. Adhesions and scar tissue tying up the lower back were released with cupping. Why be in pain when a short session with Dr.Mike will get you feeling great again? My boyfriend likes the professional manner of Dr.Mike. He states he goes in to see Dr. Mike with the expectation of being "fixed". BF has never been disappointed. We like all the info and knowledge Dr. Mike shares, we utilize the info and lead healthier lives. Next: My experience with Positive Edge!