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“Metz, other specialists were not able to: a) figure out the issues, and b) start the healing process.”

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Ashby Dental in Elmwood - Dr. Whitley at Ashby Dental in Elmwood

Ashby Dental in Elmwood

4.5(44 reviews)
1.3 mi•Elmwood

Front desk folks are very friendly and transparent about the billing…read more I met with Dr. Dinh for a diastema/front gap of my front teeth as it had been bothering me for years. I took the leap to try to get this done because I did not want braces or trays. After an assessment and discussion, it seemed like I was a candidate for using filling like substances to match my teeth's color. Her dental assistant Angelica was so helpful and worked in tandem with Dr. Dinh to make the procedure as quick as possible. It seemed like the two had a great working relationship where she also used her as a second opinion for the color. There was barely any discomfort during the procedure. I can say I am very happy with the results and more confident! It looks natural and there is no slight gap anymore! I am smiling more and the pictures below speak for themself. just have to be careful with biting into food with the front teeth, especially hard foods. Would definitely 100% recommend if you are a candidate. Just one thing - parking lot is small and a tight squeeze, but I heard they are relocating in the near future.

Very expensive and offers low value for money - They make it difficult to schedule and push…read moretreatments that are expensive and seem unnecessary

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Mischa Grieder, ND

Mischa Grieder, ND

4.3(23 reviews)
13.8 mi•West Portal

I wish I had found Dr Grieder years ago! It would have saved me so much time, heartache, false…read morediagnoses, failed medical interventions, and medical trauma. Dr.Grieder is an incredibly intelligent, kind, empathetic, and accomplished physician. He takes detailed notes, really listens to patients, and makes medical documentation that has caused multiple nurses, doctors, and medical professionals to call me just to gush to me over the phone about what an incredible and professional physician he is. He has made miracles happen with my insurance that I didn't believe possible because of his in-depth medical knowledge, attention to detail, and dedication to his patients and his work. When I approached Dr.Grieder I was at my wits end, I had (and have) an incredibly complex and difficult case, I've had more than one doctor turn me down for being "too complex", and had been running into so many medical and insurance roadblocks that my health journey had ground almost to a standstill. I'd tried paying out-of-pocket for expensive doctors before and had some horrible experiences with little to no results or positive changes to my health. When I approached Dr.Grieder's office it was about starting IVIG treatment which none of my other specialists felt qualified to evaluate or prescribe and weren't interested in fighting my insurance over. I presented the research I had gathered about IVIG and it's efficacy in treating a few of my conditions and instead of finding a reluctant physician, I found an eager advocate who not only knew more than I did about IVIG, but was already administering it to patients like me with a documented history of positive results! Dr. Grieder made me feel heard, seen, and hopeful about making progress toward health for the first time in years. As a chronically ill and disabled person who struggles to keep up with medical expenses I have to be so careful about the financial decisions I make around my health. Investing in adding Dr. Grieder on my care team has been worth every penny I've scrimped and saved and more! In fact, having him on my care team has made many of my treatments MORE affordable because he has been able to medically justify expensive medications to my medical insurance and has been willing to work directly with my insurance's medical review doctor and staff to make it happen. Having Dr.Grieder on my care team has been life saving not just for me, but for my other doctors and medical team members. He has removed a huge portion of the medical admin from my primary care physician who is wonderful but extremely over-worked and understaffed. Knowing that Dr. Grieder is on my team has strengthened our professional relationship and freed her up from enough medical admin to have the emotional and physical energy to reinvest back into my care. If you're thinking about adding Dr. Grieder to your care team I cannot recommend him highly enough! Finding a doctor who actually listens, who recognizes that YOU are the expert in your own body, and who takes your symptoms seriously is rare enough. In all my years of medical treatment, having been poked and prodded by 100+ doctors & surgeons, finding a physician that can help you think creatively about your chronic illness, who has the depth and breadth of knowledge to not give up when something doesn't work the first time, to know where to find answers and be willing to come up with new solutions to move your health in a positive direction, THAT is the rarest gift of all!

Last year, I was in an incredibly dark place physically, emotionally, and cognitively. I was…read moredealing with the complex and often misunderstood symptoms of Lyme disease, along with candida and parasite infections. I felt like death--plagued by heart pain, intense headaches, joint pain, angry skin lesions, eye pain, brain fog, and even yellow and grey skin. It was a frightening and overwhelming time. Before finding Dr. Grieder, I saw every specialist I could through my general practitioner--cardiologists, neurologists, dermatologists, GI doctors, even an immunologist--but none could get to the bottom of what was going on. I felt dismissed and increasingly hopeless. Dr. Grieder offered a completely different experience. His integrative approach combines functional medicine, advanced testing, and whole-person care, allowing him to address root causes rather than just symptoms. He is on the forefront of medical developments and has a rare ability to hold both the big picture and the small details of illness--understanding the interplay between systems in the body in a way few practitioners do. What I especially value is his collaborative spirit--he truly listens, not only to my symptoms but also to my own ideas and intuition about how things are unfolding. That mutual respect and trust have been deeply empowering, helping me reconnect with my body's wisdom and my own role in the healing process. With his support, I began to emerge--step by step--from the fog of illness. I now have energy, clarity, a renewed sense of possibility in my life, and a deep understanding of my body's capabilities. I feel deeply grateful for Dr. Grieder's thoughtful, integrative, and compassionate care. His persistence and belief in healing have made all the difference.

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Flash Gordon, - less hair (and fat) - recent photo

Flash Gordon,

3.8(84 reviews)
16.7 mi

Dr. Gordon is a great and unique GP. He takes his time to speak with you and asks a lot of…read morequestions. He has a wonderful, off-the-wall sense of humor. Although one might have to wait longer than normal for him - I take a book or usually catch up on reading the news on my mobile whenever I have an appointment - I like to think that this is because he is taking his time with each and every one of his patients, and this is what gets him behind schedule on occasion. After each appointment, I feel comfortable leaving his office having discussed my condition in detail. I like the fact that he records his notes and provides me with a copy after each and every visit. He also makes sure each and every blood test report is sent to me in addition to his office, and he always calls after receipt of each test result. His vast experience has helped him identify the root cause of issues that I feel others would have missed. He also tries to treat the underlying cause of the problem in many different ways, and without immediately prescribing medication as many other newer/younger docs tend to do (in my experience).

This doctor offers what's known as a Medical Concierge Service. This translates into only paying…read moremembers (over $400 per calendar quarter) may be worthy of his services. I find it ironic that this doctor accepts Medicare for payment. His wealthy clients should be able to cover their own medical bills without having the government subsidize them. Medicare has no way of noting this membership fee in its database. The Medicare operator was quite shocked. Sad to see that far from reaching universal healthcare in this country, the US's medical system has degenerated into a major profit center where cash is King.

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Me with more hair (mid-'90s)

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Whole Brain Health

Whole Brain Health

5.0(4 reviews)
40.8 mi

Dr. Cain's chiropractic therapy has been a very important component in treating my neck pain I…read moreexperienced last summer. I began seeing him after having sudden neck pain on my left side. I had never been to a chiropractor before and tried one other place before coming to Dr. Cain. I had two VERY different experiences. The first doctor did very little to assess my situation, he just took one look at me and told me that I had scoliosis, never questioned my lifestyle, whether I was active or what I did for work etc, then he bullied me into taking x-rays and then threw me into a whirl wind of treatments (adjustments, massage rollers, electric pads etc). After that he told me I needed to see him for 40 treatments, plus $3500 up front to cure my neck pain because he felt I had sustained a traumatic accident when I was younger and the symptoms were just now appearing! After seeing the first chiropractor I realized I needed someone to ask questions and actually feel what was going on. I was lucky enough to find Dr. Cain through Groupon or LivingSocial. I brought my x-rays to him, the first thing he said was that I did not have scoliosis and most importantly he actually examined my neck, shoulders and spine. He took the time at the first appointment to make the proper assessments and formulate a treatment plan. After my pain healed he suggested that I taper off with longer durations between appointments or come back to see him as needed. He inquired about my health habits and work habits. His recommendations were right on target with what my MD also recommended. After 4 months of a combination of yoga, massage therapy and Dr. Cain's excellent chiropractic work I was cured of that horrible neck pain. I continue to see Dr. Cain for maintenance and prevention of injuries from work as a dental hygienist, snowboarding and yoga. But I'm only seeing him every 3 months now. I think he's very reasonably priced and he knows his stuff. He's very caring, personable and truly wants to help people get back to a healthy active lifestyle.

Wow wow wow!! Dr…read more Cain is a wonderful generous person with great positive energy. I've seen other chiropractors in the past, but Dr. Cain is by far my favorite. If you've never been to a chiropractor, it can be intimidating. Dr. Cain understands this. Not only does he put you at ease, but he doesn't force anything that's uncomfortable (this is especially nice when it comes to adjustments). Evaluation and treatment were quick but not rushed and very competent. He did a comprehensive treatment that not only addressed my specific complaints, but aligned the rest of me as a preventative measure. Dr. Cain's rates are so reasonable and worth it, so if my neck is stiff I don't hesitate to make an appointment. He also has an extensive knowledge of diets, supplements and other health related things. Basically if your back feels like it could use some improvements, definitely go see Dr. Cain!!!

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Whole Brain Health
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Core Wellness Functional Medicine - Dr. Carolyn Finnegan, IFM Certified, Core Wellness Functional Medicine, Oakland

Core Wellness Functional Medicine

4.8(64 reviews)
0.0 mi•North Oakland

I've now been to Core Wellness twice and I really enjoyed both visits. For my first visit, I made…read morean appointment for Thursday and ended up calling them on Wednesday to move my appointment to an earlier time. They were able to change my appointment time with no issues. The office is clean and aesthetically pleasing. Dallas (front desk) was easy to talk to and friendly and Dr. Finnegan was so freaking amazing. I came in with right hip, knee and calf soreness from biking and weight lifting. During the visit she identified my left glute turning off, which in turn was affecting my right hip and knee. She helped me gain my range of motion back on my right side, including my neck. I also had hit my thumb a while back and was having soreness in my wrist and she was able to reduce the pain. In both appointments she was able to identify other points of tension and worked on those as well. Before leaving, she gave me tips on how to correct the posture and how to work on myself at home. I highly recommend Core Wellness as it feels like they are there to make sure you are feeling your best and not just trying to take your money. They also take insurance and will look into whether your insurance does cover chiropractic work!

Update to my original review:…read more I was hoping to update my original review to add a positive twist. While I'm apologetically correcting how she referred to herself (see below), I can only add that Carolyn seems now to be practicing the fine art of "CYA". Backpedaling and claiming innocence. She has reached out to me via voicemail with a request to discuss supplement policy - NOT her profit making off of them. (GREED?) Overall, with her dismissive attitude, defensiveness regarding supplement profits, TREMENDOUS PUSHINESS to purchase supplements from her preferred provider (which would increase her bank account + lack of transparency) and questioning her associate's decisions in my presence, I would still 100%, encourage others to seek holistic healthcare elsewhere. ORIGINAL: I've read off a lot of great reviews regarding Carolyn's chiropractic care. But this is not that. Carolyn is a true business woman first; a functional medicine doctor on the side. Her bedside manner could use a good dose of polishing. She needs to keep in mind who is working for who and keep her ego in check. I sought a functional medicine doctor to address my gut and stress issues stemming from decades-old C-PTSD. From the moment we met, Carolyn went to work on treating these conditions. She provided me with supplement treatment and valuable suggestions, which I followed and began feeling better. Carolyn didn't stop there. She immediately showed interest in replacing specialists I've been working with for years, which was a red flag. I hadn't made these requests, and her interest was unnerving and aggressive. I told her not interested on a couple points yet she continued to push her agenda and added more unnecessary supplements to my treatment plan. Carolyn's website states an option to purchase supplements from other sources than those she prefers. That was appealing to me. What she does not disclose is that she receives a profit off her clients when they make purchases from her preferred supplement provider. Upon learning that Carolyn's preferred supplement provider allows practitioners to set their own price to charge clients, I questioned her about what percentage, if any, she profits. Her response, a DEFENSIVE; "I am not legally or ethically (clearly, MORALS don't count) required to provide a separate written disclosure regarding practitioner margins on supplements or lab tests. Because supplement purchases are optional and not tied to care, a commission disclosure is not mandated." Yet her website states: "Supplements prescribed by our practitioners as part of a personalized treatment plan are considered medical necessities." SO WHICH IS IT? OPTIONAL OR MEDICALLY NECESSARY? "I provide patients with a 10% discount through Fullscript, and the practitioner margin I receive is approximately 25%, which is well below the typical margin received by practitioners." (The other practitioners do use verbiage which disclose a profit.) "Recommendations are made based on clinical judgment and patient need, not financial incentive." So then WHY all the unnecessary additions, even after I told her NO? $$$ I did not purchase every supplement added to my plan In 3 months time, I did purchase $2,781.12 in supplements from which she unapologetically PROFITED. No transparency required. None provided. Icky. A huge turnoff, learning this from a third party. The last time I met with Carolyn, I reported several personal gains. Yay! The treatment was working! Each one of my gains was met by sadly dismissive remarks; followed by her admission of being "nitpicky". (Apologetically edited from original review.) During that same visit, she admonished the nutritionist she works with for recommending an OTC Collagen/Peptides for me. "I'll ask her; we we have a meeting tomorrow" and "you can buy that stuff anywhere". Followed by.....another supplement addition to my plan which she could profit from! The WHY is clearly because Carolyn wasn't making a profit on the OTC brand. By the way, the nutritionist, Magdalena, is lovely and down to earth. If you've read my review this far, I hope you will think very seriously about taking your health concerns to an honest, transparent naturopath with morals (they do exist).

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Core Wellness Functional Medicine - In person office, College Ave Oakland

In person office, College Ave Oakland

Core Wellness Functional Medicine - Dr. Carolyn Finnegan, certified Functional Medicine Doctor.

Dr. Carolyn Finnegan, certified Functional Medicine Doctor.

Core Wellness Functional Medicine - Dr. Carolyn Finnegan, certified Functional Medicine Doctor.

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Dr. Carolyn Finnegan, certified Functional Medicine Doctor.

Natalie Metz, ND - naturopathic - Updated October 2026

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