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    Nevada Spine Clinic

    Nevada Spine Clinic

    3.0(136 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    I initially had a positive experience at Nevada Spine Clinic (Dr. Christopher Fisher's office), and…read moreI even left a favorable review. Unfortunately, what followed has been a complete breakdown in continuity of care and communication. I was treated for lumbar radiculopathy and lumbar spondylosis and previously underwent a nerve ablation at this clinic. As part of my treatment plan, I was prescribed a SAM (Sustained Acoustic Medicine) wearable ultrasound device. The first two prescriptions were handled without issue, and I used the device exactly as directed. It worked--I experienced real relief in both my lower and upper back. I even told PA Rosa directly that the device was helping. When it came time for a continuation prescription, the clinic abruptly refused and told me to "go back to my primary doctor at the VA"--with no coordination, no referral, and no clinical explanation. This was a treatment they initiated, yet there was no plan to ensure continuity of care. What followed was even more concerning: * I left multiple messages with Bridgette requesting a callback * I spoke with Flora, who identified herself as Dr. Fisher's scheduler and supervisor over scheduling staff. She stated she would follow up, she never did * I left additional voicemail messages and received no responses No patient should have to chase down basic communication--especially while dealing with ongoing pain. While my ablation was done some time ago, the VA had been in the process of coordinating further treatment for my upper back. After this experience, I no longer feel comfortable returning to this clinic. The result of all of this has been a gap in care, increased pain, and unnecessary stress trying to navigate something that should have been handled by the treating provider. Due to the seriousness of the breakdown in care and lack of response, I am preparing to file a formal complaint with the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners if this is not resolved. From a patient perspective, the following issues are particularly concerning: Failure of Continuity of Care: The clinic initiated and managed this treatment. Abruptly discontinuing support without ensuring proper transition or coordination with another provider represents a breakdown in continuity of care. This raises concerns under NRS 630.306(2), which defines unprofessional conduct as failure to provide medical services in a manner consistent with accepted standards of practice. Lack of Medical Justification: No clinical explanation was provided for discontinuing a treatment that had already been deemed medically necessary and was actively benefiting my condition. I communicated directly to PA Rosa as well as ancillary staff that I was receiving relief from use of the device, yet this was not meaningfully considered. This may fall below the standard of care under NRS 630.301(4). Absence of Care Coordination: I was not provided a referral, assistance transferring care or prescriptions, communication with my primary care or VA providers, or any structured plan to avoid interruption in treatment. Failure to coordinate care in this situation may constitute patient abandonment under NRS 630.3062. At this point, I am simply requesting appropriate follow-through on the care that was already initiated. Specifically, I am requesting that the clinic issue the third prescription for the SAM device. I am sharing this so others understand that while initial visits may go smoothly, follow-through and patient support matter just as much. In my experience, that is where this clinic failed. And as a side note, the front door says "exit" but it's actually the entrance to the clinic. It's very confusing for new patients. With all of the money they make, someone should get that fixed so that people are not walking around the building looking for the entrance.

    I had an appointment this morning for 8:45a at the NV Spine Clinic, but when I arrived I was told…read moreit was for 8a. Pearl, the receptionist, was extremely rude and condescending when I showed her my text for 8a. She was so rude that I don't understand why she is in a position to deal with the public.

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    Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center - Washington Ave Location

    Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center

    2.4(329 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Call center not too friendly but the staff when you arrive is BEYOND WONDERFUL. My experience on…read morethe phone was extremely different from what I experienced at the visit. Insane staff super helpful and friendly. And Dr Rossidis was more than helpful answered all questions and I left out feeling very optimistic as when I can in I was extremely scared. Great experience so far.

    This review is specifically for the fast track clinic. Not the entire practice…read more The website states that you can come here for an acute injury as an alternative to going to the ER. No appointment necessary. Perfect! Or so I thought. I came in on crutches, barely able to put weight on one leg. The waiting area is not wide enough for someone on crutches to get to a chair. There were two staff members behind the glass. They both looked like they were having a rough day and the office had just opened. No greeting. Just a look. Not a welcoming one. Eventually I was called up to the window and asked if I had an appointment. My reply..."No. I thought this was a walk in clinic". The woman who was speaking to me asked a few more questions about insurance, then told me the system was down and to go have a seat. Once again I had to hobble down the very narrow aisle carrying my crutches while limping back to my seat. I felt bad for these stressed out ladies working behind the desk. However, it seemed that no one had any regard for me or any of the other patients waiting to be seen for acute injuries. I left this "clinic" and headed to UMC quick care where I was treated with an exceptional level of care. I don't recommend this "Fast Track Clinic". Two stars is generous.

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    The Robotic Spine Institute of Las Vegas

    The Robotic Spine Institute of Las Vegas

    4.4(7 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    With three previous cervical fusions, my neck and head head bent almost 30° forward. Dr Poelstra…read moreused a holistic approach and was able to raise my neck and cervical spine back 20° and center my head more over my shoulders. Thus eliminating the stress and ware on the muscles and the the rest of my spine. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I would recommend Dr. Pielstra anyone considering cervical spine surgery.

    On February 22, 2024, I had an appointment with Dr. Poelstra at 9:45 a.m., I arrived on time at…read more9:40 a.m. However, I had to wait till 1:20 p.m., before I saw the doctor. The doctor determined that I had severe stenosis on L4, L5, and needed a Laminectomy. So he arranged for surgery at Southern Hills Hospital on February 28, 2024 and my arrival time was set at 6:00 a.m., I had no one to take me to the hospital, so I contacted Lyft which arrived late at my residence. I arrived at the hospital at 6:25 a.m., at which I was admitted to the hospital after finishing the paperwork and doing routine blood work. Then I was escorted into a waiting cubical where the nurse attempted to place an IV into my right forearm. After poking me for several minutes, another nurse who was present in the room kept shouting at me that I was not relaxed and that it was my fault that they couldn't find a workable vein. They nurses finally pulled out the IV and had a more senior nurse come in to do the IV procedure. While the more senior nurse was looking for a workable vein, suddenly at 7.00 a.m., Dr Poelstra walked into the cubical and threw a temper tantrum and immediately cancelled the surgery blaming me for having been late and for getting annoyed at the nurse who had been shouting at me that it was all my fault. He was harsh and ordered me to go home. In my opinion, Dr. Poelstra was totally unreasonable since he had kept me waiting for hours for his office appointment on February 22, then when I was a few minutes late for the surgery, he punished me for something that was out of my control. Subsequently, I was escorted out of the hospital by hospital staff akin to a criminal.

    Michael S. Bradford, M.D - Do NOT go to Sunrise Hospital or Dr. Michael Bradford at NV Orthopedic

    Michael S. Bradford, M.D

    1.7(3 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    I never imagined I would have to write something like this, but after watching my sister suffer…read morethrough a horrific experience with Dr. Michael Bradford, I feel it is my responsibility -- not only as her sister but as a concerned member of the community -- to speak out. This isn't just about a surgery gone wrong. This is about a patient being harmed, abandoned, and treated with a shocking lack of care and professionalism by a doctor who should have never been allowed to operate in the first place. Earlier this year, my sister went into what was supposed to be a routine hip replacement surgery, performed by Dr. Michael Bradford. She had prepared for this procedure like any responsible patient would. She met with the surgical team, asked the right questions, and was assured -- multiple times -- that she would receive a nerve block to help manage her post-operative pain. Every single member of the surgical team confirmed this with her. It gave her some comfort going into the procedure. But that's not what happened. Not only was the nerve block never administered, but the surgery itself became the start of a nightmare that hasn't ended. From the moment my sister woke up, she was in unbearable pain. Worse, she was met with silence. Dr. Bradford, the very person who had performed the surgery, never came to see her after the procedure. He never checked in on her. He never spoke with her again -- not at the hospital, not after discharge, not when she or her other doctors tried to contact him. He completely abandoned her. As her sister, I stood by helplessly as she struggled with pain, fear, and confusion. She kept asking, "What happened to me?" -- a question no patient should have to ask after surgery. Yet no answers came. Dr. Bradford refused all communication, leaving her and her medical team guessing about the most basic details of her surgery. Was the hip replacement even done properly? Did something go wrong? Why wasn't the nerve block administered? We still don't have answers. My sister is not the type to sit quietly and accept mistreatment. She took the time to document everything -- a full timeline of events, supported by photos of her surgical wound as it worsened over time. She prepared lists of unanswered questions and compiled other patients' complaints, reviews, and reports about Dr. Bradford. Shockingly, there is a long history of similar behavior connected to him, Nevada Orthopedic & Spine, and Sunrise Hospital. This isn't an isolated incident. As her family, we have watched her endure physical pain, emotional trauma, and the overwhelming stress of fighting for basic information that any patient should be entitled to. Instead of being treated with compassion and care, she was met with disregard and abandonment. In my opinion, this goes far beyond malpractice. This is outright negligence -- a complete violation of the trust patients place in their doctors. It's also a violation of Nevada law. Under NRS 200.495 -- Criminal Neglect of Patients, what Dr. Bradford did (or failed to do) rises to the level of criminal conduct. When a doctor walks away from a patient with no explanation and refuses to communicate with them or their medical team, knowing they are suffering, that isn't just bad practice -- it's dangerous and unacceptable. I strongly believe a formal investigation needs to be launched into Dr. Bradford's actions, his medical practice, and his history with patients. I believe he should be issued a Cease and Desist Order to stop him from performing surgeries until this matter is fully investigated and resolved. No other patient should be put at risk. This situation has opened my eyes to just how vulnerable patients really are -- especially when a doctor thinks they can act without accountability. My sister did everything right. She prepared, she asked questions, she trusted the medical system. And instead, she was harmed, ignored, and left to pick up the pieces on her own. This isn't just her story. It's a warning. I'm speaking out because I don't want another family to go through what we've gone through. No patient deserves to be treated like this -- to be left in pain and fear, wondering if their doctor even cared whether they lived or died. My sister's trust was betrayed. Our family's trust was betrayed. And from what we've seen in her research, countless other patients' trust has been betrayed, too. I am calling on medical boards, legal authorities, and anyone responsible for patient safety to take this seriously. Investigate Dr. Michael Bradford. Hold him accountable. Protect future patients from going through what my sister endured. We want answers. We want accountability. And most of all, we want this kind of reckless behavior to stop -- now.

    Dr. Bradford is an excellent surgeon. However, he "doesn't do postoperative care - your internist…read morecan do it." This was not communicated to me ahead of time, and he had neither my permission nor my primary doctor's approval. I had a very rugged recovery, and do not understand why the practice doesn't have a PA on staff to see patients in the hospital and during the following weeks. The hospitalist never even entered my room. He stood at the door to talk to me, and I suppose wrote prescriptions. There were dangerous complications that were not noticed until after my discharge and eventual admission to a different hospital. It has been a heartbreaking experience, and it did not need to be this way.

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