Dr Ptacek is simply amazing! I have to tell you my story just so if you're thinking about going to…read morehim you will know what I went through . At 54 years old I had seen numerous doctors about the pain I had in my hip and in my back . The other doctor said did the shots and even told me well I'm 54 years old I might just have to live with it . I had very painful sharp stab every time I put weight on my left leg it was horrible ! And I was only able to bend over possibly two to three times a day without being an excruciating pain . I honestly felt like my life was over . I was not able to do anything I enjoyed . I wasn't able to work so I was stuck in my house all day long . So somebody recommended Dr Ptacek to me and I thought well can't be any worse than it already is . The very first time I seen him he made me do a bending over do this do that which was painful . And he said well you have two problems one is your SI joint and your other is like L5 in your back . I thought well no s*** I could tell you where my pain is I'd live with it for a couple of years . But I looked up at him and asking can you fix me . Without hesitation he said yes ! No doctor had told me yes . So I thought well he's either an arrogant prick or he knows what he's doing . So I went back again and Dr talchak did an SI joint fusion with some pens . And I am 57 years old right now I walked over 5 Mi everyday at work . 5 miles! I couldn't get up out of my chair and walk to the bathroom without being in tears because the pain hurts so bad . My back hurts if I overdo it too much but that's my own fault I am 57 years old . Before he fixed my back I wasn't even able to get pots and pans out of my lower cabinets . I couldn't put any vegetables in my crisper drawer drawers in the bottom of my refrigerator because I couldn't bend over to open them . I couldn't empty my dishwasher because I couldn't bend over to get the plates out ! I felt like a total failure as a wife and human being . Doctor not only relieved the pain but this man literally gave me my life back . So if he says he can fix you he can . He's smart he's funny . But the man knows his s*** ! And he has the best staff ever! If you're in pain make an appointment ! Get your life back like I did !

After years of debilitating back pain and neuropathy, Dr. Ptacek completely changed my life. He was…read moreincredibly thorough, he took time to explain everything clearly, and patiently answered all my questions. You can tell he's an expert and I'm so grateful to have him in Rapid. His diagnosis was spot on, and his treatment plan worked better than I ever imagined. The entire staff was amazing--kind, professional, and easy to work with. I finally feel like myself again. If you're living with pain, Dr Ptacek is the doc to see!

I had ocular plastic surgery at the Same Day Surgery Center in Rapid City, SD and had Joseph Carda…read moreas my anesthesiologist. Having been VERY sick after my last surgery there, I was ambivilent about using them again. This time, they gave me meds to counteract any nausea before surgery, and I explained to Joseph that I had a negative experience with the last anesthesia I was given there. Mind you, I do not have this experience in hospitals with anesthesia. Well, this time, I had a lot of trouble even coming out of the anesthesia. They gave me narcan to take down the effects of morphine given, but it did no good. My oxygen levels were very low, and they wanted me to stay there for a couple of days, but we did have an O2 concentrator at home and a pulse oximeter to check my oxygen levels. I wanted OUT of that place. I hurled my food after eating when I got home and was sick to my stomach for days. It took 2 full days before my oxygen levels were normal, so I didn't feel comfortable taking my pain meds, and I desperately needed them. I was miserable and will not go anywhere that uses West River anesthesiology. I had them at Same Day Surgery when having a hysterectomy and got very ill after surgery. They kept me overnight and I was restless and broke out in bumps all over my stomach and back. I was on oxygen throughout the night. I am absolutely terrified to ever use any of their anesthesiologists again after 2 very negative experiences. I don't trust them.

The doctor I saw is very good, however the prices for services are absolutely ridiculous. 2 visits…read morefor nerve block injections which take no longer than 30mins, usually 15 minutes, costs $699.80 according to my last bill. My advice is to start asking providers what they charge and if they don't share, go somewhere else. Will be finding somewhere else myself.

Well I only want to say my Dr and the Orthopedic and Spine sent a referral a week ago and I've…read morenever gotten a call to set up an appointment. I'm not sure who didn't do their job but I have been suffering because of it

Like most of the Orthopods in town, my doctor is a part owner in this facility, however, my wife…read morestill had to complete a multi-page form when she arrived. All the info had already been provided to the Doctor's main clinic. As an owner, wouldn't it make sense to have their systems communicate electronically and improve patient satisfaction?

Their front desk staff is rude and slovenly dressed. Very unprofessional. The institute's standard…read moreway of dealing with patients is impersonal, they flat out tell you that you'll be texting and using a medical portal. When you try to ask them questions, they get annoyed. Once you get into see a doctor, their doctor will give you 3 to 5 minutes of their time and rush onto someone else The only exception is Dr. Abraham , who is excellent.

Surgery day not bad! VERY unprofessional billing department…read more The use of texting for all their communications even their billing should be changed! Very first bill sent out had no backup or explanations as to why the amount was due! During my visit, without them asking I had already paid my yearly deductible of a couple of hundred dollars plus! On the bill text there was no breakdown of how they had used any monies that insurance or that I had paid,! There was just amount due without even what the total costs of the services were! To finally get to the bill you had to go through several different sites and steps to get to an Internet site! After getting into the Internet bill, there still was no explanation as to what was done with the total amount of money I paid on the first visit! When I called, I was told that was all there was! When I asked about my payment, she explained some numbers that did not even match any amounts on the bill. I was looking at from the Internet.! When I asked for a more detailed bill I was told that was all there was! When I said, I just don't like paying bills that I don't where my money has gone to, she immediately threatened me with collections! Call this VERY Bad Customer Service

Very disappointed. My mother is having surgery today. Would not let us see her before they took her…read moreback. Did not get to talk to surgeon or anesthesia. Said the rooms are tool small. Starting to act like monument.

The people were super sweet and had great bedside manner. It was quick and it all went well. The…read moreonly reason I don't give 5 stars is because I was intubated and they didn't put anything in my mouth to prevent biting my tongue and it's all black and bruised now. But just one of those incidents that happen. I still loved the place and would go back if I needed to.

The most ignorant and incompetent dental practice I have ever been into! I was called in to an…read moreappointment took the time off and they gave my appointment to someone else! Lady on the phone was very mouthy and not professional at all!

Chain of events…read more Broke Filling-Called and made appointment to fix filling--was told filling would be fixed during appointment-- Wait 2 weeks, go to appointment--Sit through 2 1/2 hours of exams and x-rays--they confirm that filling is broke, and others are chipped--I am then told I need to make another appointment to fix filling, and that they are booked out quite a ways due to Covid. I question why, because I was told it would be fixed during this appointment when I made it--Get told "That is not how they do things" and get rushed out the door--make another appointment to actually fix filling, appointment gets scheduled over a month out--2 days later (after my insurance is charged for the first appointment) I receive notice from Jared L Taylor stating that they will no longer be providing me with care due to my "rudeness" and "unreasonable demands for care" Reached out to Jared Taylor to find out where the disconnect was here, and how we can go about fixing it. That was over a week ago, have not heard from anyone. Would not send my worst enemy here, absolute worst healthcare I have EVER received

I have a few issues, starting with the fact that they recommended 8 metal caps for my 6 year old…read more When I got a second opinion only 2 were recommended. They over schedule so you never wait less than 30 minutes past your appointment time. Parents are not allowed to go back with kids. When reading over the records it's indicated that my 8 year old was uncomfortable being alone, and asked many times to be with me, his mom. It's heartbreaking. Staff is nice, hygienists take time to chat with you before and after kids go back, but I've never met any dentist.

Previous dentist said there were a couple of teeth that needed work. Went in here and they took…read morehim back and did x-rays. Came out and said the teeth were OK for now and they needed to see him again in three months just to be sure. But then they gave us a referral to an endodontist. If his teeth were OK and could wait for three months why the immediate referral? And the real kicker, the endodontist they referred us to does not take our insurance. The only thing this place accomplished was to delay care and generate a bill. I am going to suggest to the insurance company that they read the reviews of this place before they approve any more referrals here.