I really wanted this treatment to work because I was in pain, but my experience was disappointing and I will not be returning.
I initially inquired about a $49 introductory treatment special that Dr. Jeff was advertising through his Orange Wellness clinic. When I asked whether the same promotion was available at the Hamlin location, I was told it was not. Later, I saw Dr. Jeff continuing to advertise the same $49 special at his other location. After bringing this to his attention, I was again informed that the promotion would not be honored at Hamlin. I added the Orange Wellness promotion in a screenshot below.
*** Many clinics in the area offer similar introductory specials for first-time shockwave therapy treatments (focused not radial), making these types of promotions fairly common for new patients.***
I also found the communication regarding treatment expectations lacking. I underwent four shockwave therapy sessions and personally experienced significant discomfort during treatment. I did not experience any improvement in my symptoms. Before treatment, I did not understand that the procedure would be painful. In a later text message, Dr. Jeff explained that the treatment works by using pressure-pulsed sound waves to apply deep pressure to tissues. However, I did not interpret the explanation provided before treatment as a warning that the procedure could be painful.
When the shockwave therapy failed to provide relief, I asked whether I could receive a standalone ozone (prolozone) injection. Dr. Jeff would not offer the ozone injection by itself and would only provide it if I also purchased more expensive PRP or stem cell treatments.
Other clinics in the area offered Prolozone injections as a standalone treatment without requiring the purchase of PRP or stem cell procedures. I was interested in receiving treatment from this clinic because Dr. Jeff indicated that he was familiar with and capable of performing Prolozone injections. However, I was again informed that Prolozone was not available as a standalone option.
When I requested a refund for my unused treatments, the initial refund amount was lower than anticipated and did not match what I believed was owed based on the unused services. I was told that because I was cancelling early, the prepaid package discount no longer applied. He ultimately refunded the full amount for the two unused treatments, but only after I complained and requested that the issue be addressed.
In a text message discussing pricing, Dr. Jeff stated: "Also, as to pricing, even though it is in line and fairly priced we are also in a higher-end area, not in Pine Hills for example."
I also found the handling of my concerns disappointing. After expressing my dissatisfaction, I received a lengthy text response explaining the clinic's position rather than a phone call to discuss the issues directly. The communication left me feeling upset and frustrated.
I am posting screenshots of the relevant text messages and my receipt so that readers can review the communications and pricing for themselves. My receipt shows that I paid the regular treatment price and did not receive a $49 introductory treatment.
Based on my experience, I would not return and would choose another clinic in the future.
***Update** To clarify a few points, my MRI was reviewed during the consultation, and shockwave therapy was explained to me in terms of what the treatment involved, but not the level of discomfort I might experience.
When I specifically asked whether any treatment was included during that visit, I was told that it was not. I also did not receive any X-rays through your clinic. In addition, I have photos of the promotion that was being advertised at the time.
The advertisement clearly stated (at Orange Wellness) that the $49 offer INCLUDED A TREATMENT; however, I did not receive any treatment for $49. Instead, I purchased the package that same day and was charged the full price for my first treatment. RECEIPT INCLUDED BELOW. This was the price for ONE KNEE.
I still don't understand why the $49 introductory offer couldn't have been honored, especially since I was already committing to an expensive treatment package. A small gesture like that would have gone a long way toward making me feel valued as a patient. Had the situation been handled with more kindness and customer care, I likely would have returned for additional services in the future.
My review is based on my experience with Dr. Jeff, the owner.
MY REVIEW IS HIDDEN ON GOOGLE REVIEWS SO I HAD TO POST HERE.
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