FIVE stars for my pain MD BUT ZERO stars for scheduling department and archaic phone system…read more Instead of a phone system that returns your call, a phone system from the previous millennium that tells you that they are busy and plays Muzak while you are on hold for a 1/2hour. You then get an operator who can never help you. Her job is to transfer you. You have been on hold for a 1/2hour because they claim the scheduling department does NOT have a direct line. Sometimes the operator misdirects your call thus after you sit listening to Muzak for a 2nd 1/2hour, you are redirected again so you can again listen to Muzak for a 3rd 1/2 hour. After one-and-a-half hours on hold you will be given a procedure date (many months in the future) but will not be given a time until the afternoon before. NOT able to provide a date AND time = unacceptable system!

This was a pretty disappointing experience overall. I was referred here by both my primary care and…read morecardiologist for chronic pain related to multiple open heart surgeries. Like others have said, there is a huge amount of paperwork to fill out ahead of time, which I don't mind if it's going to be a thorough appointment. Though the receptionist on the phone for scheduling was incredibly rude, I was pleasantly surprised that I got to see an online provider pretty quickly because my referral was marked as urgent. I saw Dr Alice Huai-Yu Li who was very nice, and who let me know personally ahead of time that she was running late which I appreciated. But she did absolutely nothing for me at the appointment, except refer me to pain psychology. It was supposed to be a long intake appointment but it was cut very short. She said they rarely get patients in my situation and she had researched injections for my type of pain but there was nothing they could do for it. I also have sensitivities to many antidepressants, which was ultimately all she wanted to prescribe for me. My referring doctors were hopeful because Stanford pain clinic is supposed to be doing all kinds of interesting procedures and treatments for pain, but I was not offered anything. The pain management class was a one time thing, and it was interesting though not much of a solution for me. I was also referred to a pain psychologist, which was really far booked out, and then they cancelled it before I ever got to go because the "provider wasn't available." So It was a disappointing experience overall and a serious waste of my time. Maybe people with other pain conditions than I have are offered better options.

After a year of physical and occupational therapy for the same injury, I was recommended to try…read moreacupuncture with Dr. Wang and Dr. Yen at YiQi. I was initially skeptical, especially after an underwhelming experience--only 5 out of 6 sessions--at another clinic. However, my first appointment at YiQi gave me new hope. Dr. Yen's diagnosis through pulse reading was impressively accurate. He not only addressed my main concern but also identified additional health issues I hadn't mentioned. My session concluded with targeted pressure point therapy by Dr. Wang, which brought noticeable relief. I also learned that Dr. Wang specializes in chronic disease management, including conditions like diabetes, while Dr. Yen focuses on complex and hard-to-treat illnesses. While I know one session won't completely resolve my shoulder and arm condition, including pain, weakness, LRM, etc., it has already helped alleviate my symptoms. I'm optimistic and looking forward to my upcoming treatments.

My family met Dr. Yen during a very difficult time. It was Dr. Vi that recommended me to Dr. Yen…read more My father suffered an ischemic stroke at age 88 affecting the right middle cerebral artery. In the hospital we were gently told he might never walk again and his left side would likely remain paralyzed. After discharge, I brought him to several acupuncturists hoping to support his recovery. The experiences were brief and formulaic -- until we met Dr. Yen. What stood out immediately was that he didn't rush. He spent time carefully feeling my dad's pulse, asked detailed questions about sensation and pain, and adjusted treatment based on how my dad responded week to week. It felt individualized rather than procedural. For over a year my dad has continued treatment consistently. Today, he is walking with a cane, going out to restaurants with friends and family, and recently celebrated his 90th birthday with us. We know recovery after stroke varies widely and we also appreciate the role of his medical team and rehabilitation -- but Dr. Yen has been an important part of his progress and quality of life. Because of this experience, I've referred friends to him -- including people who felt stuck after not getting clear answers elsewhere. More than once I've been told I undersell how helpful his care has been. The office is very peaceful. Dr. Wang, Dr. Vi and Dr. Yen are the most compassionate acupuncturists. They really care about people's underlying issues. We're grateful to have found this practice.

Someone from work recommended me to Hugh. back in 2011 my upper extremities injuries were very…read moresevere and work-related. And no cure for my pains. When I actually start going to Hugh very consistently, my pain were diminishing and instead of being disabled, he healed me back to health. Without Hugh, I don't know if I trust another acupuncturist. He is very genuine, very attentive, kind, caring, and totally for his patients. If it wasn't for him and his therapy, I probably would have gotten my job back. Now I just go for maintenance or if I have new aches. His herbs also help in healing my entire body of it's other problems. If you go to Hugh, you will get ur money's worth. Make sure that you listen to his suggestions.... He only has good intentions for your health.

I have been a patient of Hugh Lee at Lee's Acupuncture for 3 years. I started due to a painful…read moreshoulder that Kaiser and my Chiropractor could not solve. After the 1st visit the pain was reduced 75% and with 6 more treatments the pain was gone and my shoulder movement was 100%. I have used Lee's Acupuncture for several different health issues. A year ago I started taking his herbal tea (he makes each tea special for each patient needs) along with acupuncture, I have had wonderful results. I have also brought my Niece in for Acupressure due to water polo injuries and my Dad in for Acupuncture due to back pain. Both have had excellent results

I'm leaving this review so other veterans know what to expect. My recent C&P exam for gout was one…read moreof the most disappointing and inaccurate medical evaluations I've ever experienced. The examiner completely downplayed the severity of my condition, ignored years of medical records, and wrote a report that did not reflect the reality of what I live with or what my doctors have documented. Here's exactly what happened: WHAT THE EXAMINER PUT DOWN (AND GOT WRONG) 1. "Painful motion only" He wrote that my gout caused nothing more than: mild pain slight limitation normal or near-normal range of motion This completely ignores the actual severity documented in my medical records. 2. No severe limitations He documented: no marked limitation no functional loss normal strength stable gait no difficulty walking no swelling, warmth, or redness These statements are contradicted directly by my urgent-care records from 2020-2025. 3. No incapacitating episodes He did NOT list: inability to walk inability to bear weight missed work flare-ups lasting weeks severe functional restrictions Yet all these events appear multiple times in my medical files. 4. Joint-by-joint evaluation only He rated: Right ankle - 10% Left ankle - 10% Right foot - 10% Left foot - 10% He did not consider that gout is a systemic condition when active. 5. No flare-up description He did NOT mention: how often I flare (6+ times per year) how long flares last (2-3 weeks) how they impact walking or standing how they affect my work how many urgent-care visits I've had These are basic items that should be asked in a C&P exam. 6. No reference to my actual medical evidence He ignored: multiple work-excuse slips "unable to weight bear" medical orders 6+ urgent-care gout records swelling/warmth/redness reports rheumatology follow-ups uric acid levels at 9.0 None of this made it into the exam report. AND HERE'S WHAT THE EXAMINER SHOULD HAVE DOCUMENTED (Based on my real medical evidence) 1. Incapacitating exacerbations My records clearly show: episodes requiring medical care inability to walk or stand weight-bearing restrictions periods where I could not work multiple severe flares each year Examples: 05/30/2021: "Unable to weight-bear, no walking or standing." 01/27/2025: Excused from work for 3 days due to prolonged flare. These MUST be included in a correct C&P assessment. 2. Frequency of attacks He should have noted: "Veteran experiences 6+ gout flares per year." My medical record shows urgent-care visits every few months. 3. Duration of attacks He should have documented: "Flares lasting 2-3 weeks." This is repeated across multiple years of treatment. 4. Objective physical findings My medical record shows: swelling warmth redness edema impaired gait decreased weight-bearing These are fundamental exam findings that should have been recorded. 5. Systemic, active gout He should have evaluated me under: DC 5002 -- Systemic Arthritis / Active Process Because the evidence shows: multi-joint involvement chronic active disease rheumatology involvement repeated incapacitating attacks This is the correct rating method -- not individual joint ROM tests. 6. Functional loss He should have documented: difficulty standing difficulty walking missed work limitations during flare-ups pain with weight-bearing All of this is in my medical record. 7. Rheumatology evidence My rheumatologist documented: "Persistent pain and swelling despite treatment." This was completely ignored. WHY THIS MATTERS Because NONE of this was included, the VA legally had to keep me at 10% per joint, even though my medical evidence supports a 40-60% systemic rating. The exam did not reflect: the true severity the real frequency the medical documentation the functional limitations Instead, it reduced my condition to "mild painful motion," which is completely inaccurate. BOTTOM LINE What he documented: "Mild painful motion, slight limitation, no major impairment." What he SHOULD have documented: Severe, recurrent, systemic gout with: 6+ flares per year inability to walk or bear weight work restrictions prolonged attacks swelling, edema, warmth urgent-care visits rheumatology confirmation functional loss chronic active disease This difference is why my rating stayed low. I hope other veterans get a more complete and accurate evaluation than I did.

I am an employee for the federal government. I have a chronic injury which is plantar fasciitis…read moretarsal tunnel and a heel spur. I cannot stand on my feet more than 20 minutes at a time it's difficult for me to go shopping go anywhere where I was due substantial amount of walking when I was given narcotics for my pain I was deemed an abuser so I decided not to take any medicine at all and at first I was given a rating of 8 to 9% and then the department of labor said the doctor used and obsolete copy of the material he needed to make a rating which was very hard to believe he was in San Francisco on Van Ness St. and then the last two doctors I've seen rated me at 1% and this Dr.Lewis rated me 2% so yes he will under evaluate you and waste your time and he mumbles a lot and doesn't make very much sense. Don't waste your time find another doctor. Thank you.

I'm writing this review for Dr. Jenny's pediatric acupuncture practice. It's not easy to find a…read morepractitioner with pediatric experience, but Dr. Jenny is amazing with children and has helped my 7 year old decrease medication and anxiety, while improving her sleep and overall health. My daughter has received acupuncture, cupping, and massage, and Dr. Jenny has been patient, kind, and skilled in all of these techniques. She explains everything she is doing and answers any and all questions we might have. I highly recommend Dr. Jenny, especially if you're looking for a practitioner that can work with children. Thank you Dr. Jenny!

Dr Jenny Zheng is such a wonderful Chinese Medicine and Acupuncturist professional. I came to her…read morewith a host of long ignored issues. We have been working on them from Immune system building, to sports injuries. Jenny is also and athlete and understands injuries. No matter what is going on with your body, acupuncture is a great place to mend or heal. I am very grateful to have found Dr Jenny. Note: Getting my body aligned and intend, I have found that emotionally I am more in balance as well.

I was amazed to be able to find an ART chiropractor when I moved to this area. This kind of…read morechiropractic is gentle and more effective. No twisting and cracking and the pain is gone. I have severe arthritis and advanced scoliosis. Dr Scott keeps me feeling like a human being instead of a bag of wooden blocks. I'll never go back to standard chiropractic again. Scott is a lovely, sincere, caring man. Julie at the front desk is a delight.

Was my first visit to this office and I left feeling alright about it. Nothing flashy but it worked…read moreout fine. The assistant was friendly and went through a checklist of stuff before the doctor came in. The doctor spoke in a simple way, explained things step by step and asked if I had any questions which I did and they answered without brushing me off. Didn't feel rushed which I liked. The whole place ran on time and everyone seemed to know their role. It's a good option if you're just looking for solid and consistent care.

Discovered Liza while researching help on chronic gut issues and ongoing recovery from a host of…read moresports injuries. Wasn't at all familiar with Bowen previously, but have found the time spent with Liza to be nothing but great. She takes time to listen while you answer her questions about your history as well as where you are looking for improvement. She's always kept our early goals in mind during my subsequent sessions and builds from session to session. I've experienced both immediate short-term relief during painful recovery (knee surgery, spine issues, shoulder tear) and longer-term improvement in stress levels and general well-being. Always feel better after my time on the table. She's great. Highly recommended.

I have been a massage therapist and reiki practitioner for years and I am happy to have found Liza…read more She has a calm energy and is very knowledgable in her field. I'm glad that my first Bowen experience was with her and I look forward to that next post-session relaxation. It's a very different relaxed feeling than a massage; for me it was a deeper relaxation- one that was more than just the muscular level. I encourage everyone to try it with an open mind.

I have been going to see Sutida for over 5 years. She has one focus and that's the care of her…read morepatients. From personalized functional medicine treatments to follow up care I have not looked back since adding her to my health care team. I love her new office too! It's bigger with more healing practitioners on her team.

Sutida is a truly caring and sensitive practitioner. She is wise and experienced and uses both to…read moredetermine the best course of treatment, and she checks in with you and readjusts if necessary. She is patient and kind. She provides information and resources to greater enhance your health, and I have learned a great deal from Sutida. I highly recommend Sutida/Good Living Health.