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    Laura A Powers, LAc, DiplAc

    5.0 (3 reviews)
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    Hilo Natural Health Clinic

    Hilo Natural Health Clinic

    4.7
    (11 reviews)
    0.8 km
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    Doc Sarah is a FIND. I won't knock traditional medicine -…read morebut I do know, in my experience, it can be limited to medicating the symptoms without really examining the causes, and can feel like a patchwork of specialty folks who don't always see the whole picture. At Hilo Natural, I've found a practitioner with both a breadth and depth of experience in treating the whole human. Doc Sarah combines comprehensive lab work, lifestyle factors, supplements, and has been able to help me make progress with some thyroid and lab issues (and also more physio-related issues foot and shoulder pain) with a combination of nutrient support, medication, and interventions like prolon therapy (really helpful for chronic plantar fasciitis.) Also, she's really, really dang smart - and a compassionate guide thru what has been a difficult entry into my 40s. The office is run as a tight ship - which I realize is unusual for an area in which 'business hours' are often a loose approximation and the general standard of responsiveness and timeliness is WELL below average. Basically, you get San Francisco Bay Area level care, follow-up, and appointment management here - so if you are prone to the generally lackadaisical island approach to things, this may not be a fit. For those accustomed to a 'laid back approach' (read: not respectful of time and about a decade behind in innovation) - this place will come as a bit of a jolt. As someone who values innovation, results, responsiveness- and respects my own time and that of other people - this clinic is perfect as both my go-to for integrative treatment and as my PC doc. These folks won't keep you waiting or offer anything but the latest in education, utmost in professionalism and of-the-moment treatment- so return the favor and be on time, do your homework, and get results.

    I usually get my MTHFR supplements from Dr Strongs office but last time her secretary tried to sell…read moreme either expired items or supplements she wrongly ordered. She said the company stopped making the B12 with 5L, so now the only way to get them was biying them separate, which was double the cost. After calling the company ( seeking health) and been told they have never stopped making these 2 supplements in one formula, and that was actually their best seller, I called her office to return the supplements and get my money back. Her secretary hanged up on me when I said she lied to me, and Dr Strong kicked me out of the office by email in response of my request for a refund. Ah, and when I asked the secretary what the 5L part of the supplement was, she rudely answered "Im not a doctor " What kind of customer service is this??

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    Ming's Acupuncture

    Ming's Acupuncture

    4.6
    (38 reviews)
    11.3 km

    Potentially racist encounter here. I would like a refund. Full experience below…read more I brought my bike up to the office and she insisted it wouldn't be stolen if I left it outside the door. She was so preoccupied about how much time this would take for me to find a bike rack downstairs due to "back to back" appointments. Why the f**k would I trust her word regarding the safety of my precious bike. After suggesting I come back another day, guilting me into "I drove here for you," and saying she called her next appointment to push to 9:40am (she did not since I was in front of her the whole time) ontop of me being desperate after a bad week, I suggested to put the bike inside her office which she agreed to. Looking back, I should've left because the purpose is to heal and how can I with this energy. And so begin the awkward convo about why I wanted acupuncture. She couldnt understand or pick up much of what I was saying due to lack of English so things I said I had to repeat or she didnt hear at all. Never go to a doctor that doesn't know your language fluently because then how are they supposed to treat you? Overall it was a quick 20-30 min acupuncture in a dark tight silent room. Shortest session I've ever had but she insisted "it's not about the time, it's about the results." Stayed on the table beyond my appointment time since she said her next appointment that she was preoccupied about "cancelled." She also mentioned right off the bat that she only accepted cash, which was not communicated when I booked the appt. The length of session was also not communicated prior. Anyways, if I had to run and go get cash, this would've been another reason she would've suggested "I come back another day." On top of that she didnt have full change so I get the vibe she was lying about the card machine not working...racism? Maybe but looking back on this, it seemed she was lying about many things and searching for any reason to not treat me. A waste of $75, but actually $77 since she didnt have enough change. Offered $2 off in next visit but I won't be returning. I would love a refund.

    I never write any reviews and really hate to write this bad one but it's been 4 days after my…read moretreatment with Ming and I am worse than I started. I came in seeking treatment for my stiff neck and shoulder pain. Ming was friendly to greet me as I walked in, sat me down as I explained my issues with her. She nodded, then pulled out a ONE FOOT long needle and stuck it in my right forearm "horizontally" halfway up my forearm to my elbow. She explained this was a new treatment and it would only take 1 treatment to cure my issue while she wiggled the foot long needle in my forearm. May I remind you, my issue is stiff neck and shoulders, there's nothing wrong with my forearm! I have to admit, I was nervous going in due to my phobia with needles. But many of the Yelp reviews I read all raved about how painless the procedure was that I had to try. So my body went into shock and my hands went into a "rigor mortis"-like state where they clamped up and curled into fists. Ming stated I need to relax or else the treatment wouldn't work, but at this point, I had lost control of my body. I explained to Ming that maybe it's my phobia and nerve that caused this. Ming then stated in Chinese to me "You are such a delicate flower who can't endure pain. You must be so spoiled by your parents." .......um.....who says that?!!?!?! especially to a patient in pain and shock???!?!?!?!? Also, Ming did not have me complete an initial questionnaire nor did she work with my insurance (like other yelp reviewers stated) so I had to pay full price. At that point, I just wanted to get out of the place due to the traumatic experience. This is the 4th day after my treatment and my forearm is in extreme pain. I cannot lift heavy objects, cannot put any weight on it and I am feeling a tingling sensation down my finger tips. I suspect the foot long needle has hit my tendon or nerve. I went in expecting for some kind of relief for my neck and shoulder pain and instead what I received was ridicule and a injured arm.

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    1 of 3 treatment rooms.  Treatments include Acupuncture, Accupressure, and Chiropractic.
    1 of 3 treatment rooms. Treatments include Acupuncture, Accupressure, and Chiropractic.
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