I visited the San Ramon, CA location of Sonobello on 8/18/23. I was interested in fat removed from my stomach and back area. I met with Consultant G. Sultani, she took my measurements, and I completed a health questionnaire. I disclosed on the health questionnaire, my medical history including high blood pressure and complex and simple partial seizures. I take medication for both conditions. The consultant reviewed the health questionnaire and had full knowledge of my medical history. With her knowing my health information, she proceeded with providing me with a price quote for the procedure.
The Consultant called me on 8/21/23 to inquire if I would like to proceed with getting the surgery. I informed her I would like to proceed. During our conversation, I did notice some red flag warnings and I should have paid attention to the warnings and ended the process. During our call, her conversation was very rushed, and she was not clear in explaining the process and the payment plan. I would ask questions and her response was very condescending as if to say to me I already explained this to you.
We once again went over my health history, and she asked me when the last time I had a seizure. I informed her my last complex seizure was nearly five years ago, but I still have simple seizures. She informed me I would need to get a medical clearance, unfortunately I am a Kaiser member, and Kaiser will not provide information to Sonobello. She told me I could meet with a doctor provided by Sonobell. Against my better judgement, I put a deposit of $4,000 down and we scheduled a pre-operative appointment for 9/18/23. My surgery was scheduled for 9/22/23.
After the call, I felt my questions were not answered clearly and I still had several follow up questions specifically on the breakdown of the monthly payments based on the payment plan. I also wanted to know about the cost of adding fat removal from my thighs to the procedure. I sent a follow up email to the consultant on 8/22/23. I did not receive a response from her. I called the Sonobello office three days later since I did not receive a response. During this call, the consultant was very aloof and condescending in speaking with me again. I guess Sonobello already have some of my money, so no to practice good customer service and try to assist customers in a friendly way with their questions.
I went to my pre-operative appointment on 9/18/23. During this visit, the medical assistant took my blood pressure. She took it three times! The MA stated your blood pressure is high, information I disclosed to Sonobello. She asked me again about my history of seizures and again I explained, I have not had a complex seizure in five years, but I still have occasional simple seizures. I finally meet with the doctor, and during the examination, she noted I had a hernia that I was not aware of. She said the hernia could be an issue with having the procedure. The doctor reviewed the SAME information AGAIN on my high blood pressure and seizures. The doctor advised it would not be a good idea for me to get the procedure due to my medical conditions. After meeting with the Doctor, I asked about a refund of my $4,000 deposit. The medical assistant said someone would be in touch with me. I did not accept this response from her due to the fact I had read a lot of negative reviews on Sonobello and the refund process. I asked to speak with a manager because I wanted to be clear on when they would process my refund and how long it would take.
Initially the medical assistant told me the consultant was busy and she can give me a call. Again, I refused a call and told her I would wait to speak with the consultant. Finally, I meet with the consultant, and we discussed why I was unable to get the procedure. The consultant said refunds are processed on the first of the month and I would have to wait for the refund to be processed.
The issue I have with Sonobello is the consultant was aware of my medical condition during my first visit. I believe the consultant knew there are certain medical conditions that disqualify a candidate for the procedure. The consultant was aware during my first visit my medical conditions disqualified me. The consultant should have ended our initial visit and explained to me I could not proceed with the process due to my medical conditions. Instead, the consultant knowingly deceived me. I put $4,000 down on a procedure Sonobello knew I could not get due to my medical condition.
Three weeks have passed, and I have not received my refund. I discovered the the consultant lied about processing my refund. She never submitted my information for processing my refund. I called the Sonobello office on 10/5/23, to check on the status of my refund. The receptionist put me on hold and then came back to let me know there was no information in her system regarding a refund. The receptionist said the consultant would give me a call. I followed read more