Zero regard for patients time, Money or scheduling. Just keeps getting worse. My doc is never on time, today he didn't show up at all... "extended lunch." They push additional products & services & you have to battle to not have labs for every appointment. Used to be great. Now, I wouldn't recommend to anyone. Money machine, not about patient wellness. read more

So I have been coming to Sottopelle for the past 6 years. The pellets are great and I can't imagine my life without them. But the downside is that their appointments run late ALWAYS!!!! I used to go to the Shea office but the doctor was always at least 30 minutes late for every appointment. So I switched to the PV office and they are a little better but it has been one thing after another so the appointments take forever. I showed up 2 weeks ago at Shea to get my implant and my hormone level was too high. Which is fine but I had waited 50 minutes past my appointment time to be told to come back in 2 weeks. Plus a phone call would have been great because we could have rescheduled without me coming in. So here I am 2 weeks later waiting and my current appointment at the PV office is now 35 minutes late. I have a job that I leave to come to these appointments. It is very frustrating when a 15-30 appointment turns into 1 to 1.5 hours due to poor time management. So much so I think it is time for me to find an alternative treatment. This is just ridiculous. read more

I have been going to SottoPelle for fifteen years and couldn't be happier. I knew Dr. Tutera personally from Kansas City and knew him to be a highly respected and compassionate individual. I go to Steve at the Shea location and like him very much. The program has helped to keep my bones strong, my skin good and my libido strong. I don't think I'll ever stop the process and can't recommend it highly enough. read more

Let me tell you my personal experience and my best friends experience with Sotto Pelle. i had pellets for about 9 years,my friend a year less. about the same time I had breast cancer and my friend had it about 2 months sooner.Both of ours tested as being hormone produced,or fed by hormones.i had to have radiation,my friend did not,we both had a lumpectomy.And after we both stopped the hormones on the advice of our different Obgyns,we experienced extreme bleeding,for months to the point that I had to hav. D &C procedure and my friend had ablation on her uterus. the bleeding was a pad an hour....I went two months like that my friend went 3 months hoping it would stop.....which it may have but I couldn't go out as I was bleeding so heavy it was very uncomfortable.My obgyn was aware of post sotto Pelle issues and could not understand why this isn't explained and why they keep your hormones SO dangerously high.Again,this is my personal experience,and my best friends experience.Even with insurance the cost of surgery and the radiation was a lot,not to mention the breast cancer and radiation.Would I do sotto Pelle over again.......NO.The benefits were not really that great,I just thought they would help with weight or muscle,but that didn't happen.It did make me less cranky.....but cranky or cancer,I'll take cranky. Once again,my personal opinion from my experience with Sotto Pelle. I went to the PV office. read more

I go to the SottoPelle office on Dobson in Chandler and it has saved my life!! After a hysterectomy I went into instant menopause, what fun that was let me tell you. After almost 3 years of pills, patches & creams, I really didn't think there was any hope. Nothing my health insurance covered was working, I either had to suffer the heat flashes and lack of energy, or deal with too much estrogen in my system and turn into a monster (much like I was when pregnant). Then I heard about SottoPelle. They don't just give the ladies estrogen but a natural combination of 3 hormones as we were meant to have. I've always been a "tom boy" and estrogen has never been my friend so I gave it a shot. It took about 3 insertions before we found the right balance for me, but I saw a huge improvement after the 1st one and it just kept getting better. My treatments at SottoPelle has given me back my energy & sex drive. Oddly enough, I lost weight even though an injury has been keeping me from the gym for almost a year now, so I guess hormones affect each person differently. The trade off? Well, I suffer from some minor breakouts (not nearly what I dealt with in my youth) & I find myself plucking more hairs from my chin. Bottom line, if you're frustrated with peri-menopausal and menopausal symptoms and the remedies provided by your insurance are just another frustration, give SottoPelle a try, they can help you find the right balance. read more

I went to SottoPelle based on all the great reviews. And I wish this worked for me like the reviews I've read. But unfortunately it hasn't. The staff is very nice, office is great but.... I gained a lot of weight immediately after getting the pellets. It was like getting pregnant. I gained 10 pounds within 3 weeks. It's been just crazy. I exercise, diet and the scale won't move. It's very depressing. My clothes don't fit and after a few months, things haven't changed despite exercising even more. I talked to the Doctor and was given a prescription and told to hang in there; the weight gain was temporary. But the prescription caused more problems and the weight still hasn't gone down. And despite the cost, I haven't really seen any great improvements. And again, the weight gain is such a downer. Nice people at SottoPelle but Be very careful. I am not convinced the super high dosages they administer are healthy for all.. read more

I have received hormone replacement pellets twice so far at the Scottsdale Road location. Dr. Fowler is terrific. He is very knowledgeable and friendly and professional. If you are in menopause or close to it, these pellets will make you look and feel great. They have eliminated all of my menopause symptoms. I plan to always have this done quarterly. It gives you back your quality of life. read more

I have heard about pellets for years and wish I started them sooner. I am 50 and instead of feeling like I was 88 years old and doomed for an active life I now feel 28. Yes, at first I gained weight, had acne for the first time in my life and grew more hair BUT after 2 rounds- I am evened out plus take a prescription to help with the above. This has made a difference in my life in all areas! I will never go without! I have been to two offices- SDL on Shea and in Chandler. I love them both. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I now live in ATL but will continue to go back to AZ and the Sottopelle offices as much as I can. It's worth it. Thank you!!!!!! read more

The fact that this medical office uses blood testing and extensive reviews of our chemistry panel is most comforting and the results that I have felt have been truly exceptional. They are extremely friendly and very professional as well as having many offices for me to choose from that gives me scheduling flexibility. I have never felt better. read more

Having personally been treated by Dr. Gino Tutera for several years before he passed I have found out how blessed I have been to be HIS patient. I returned to the Center in Scottsdale for their Contour Light treatment because I believed in Dr. Tutera's practice. Assuming things would be the same was a horrible assumption. I have been successful with the Contour Light treatment from another doctor 8 years ago. So I wanted this treatment for the Covid 25 that I gained. I filled out the forms with my medical history and expectations for the treatment and that is when things went south. Here's a brief summary: *Never had a consultation for treatment *Told I should need 6 treatments to meet my goals. I purchased 9 to really be successful. *Was measured on the first visit and had lost less than total 2 ". At the end of the 9 treatments I only lost 2.75. The goal was 25 pounds and I lost 7. *Kept asking about measuring at each visit as that is what drove success. KNOWING it is working. THEY do not do this but on my 8th/9 visits was told I will be SO happily surprised. They just don't bother or they would have known that it was not working in just a few visits. *Coincidentally, on that 8th/9 visits they had me sign a form for consent to treatment which seemed very odd. I was already 89% done. Never saw it before. *When I received my numbers today I was speechless and the person that did today's treatment (not my regular person) told me that "there were no guarantees" which oddly enough is what the paper said on my 8th visit. There certainly was a surprise, a horrible one. $1000.00, 9 visits, 27 hours of time including driving, and I could have lost more inches doing 5 sit ups a day. (exaggeration but barely) I was treated as an inconvenience. You are supposed to get water immediately after treatment as I did at my first treatment. The second time they told me they didn't have any water any longer. This medical clinic treats the multitudes and hopes for good results. They do not emulate Dr. Gino Tutera who was always on top of things. As a note, with three packages 8 years ago, I lost 50 inches and 50 pounds with Dr. Jeffrey Woolston, at Woolston Wellness Center, just down the street. I was confident that the process would work, I ate a very healthy and limited diet throughout this Sotto Pelle Contour Light treatment and apparently got nowhere for a lot of time, tears, and money. The aid or tech that was with me today treated me as "too bad, so sad". Humorously, I did NOT receive their "How did we do?" survey which usually beat me home in my email. Lots of smoke and mirrors but no substance. As upset as I was, I was not contacted or even asked what was wrong as I left. They don't care about anything but the money. I couldn't help notice the patients in the waiting room all looked sad and tired, not happy to be there which was the case when Dr. G. Tutera ran the company. May he rest in peace, and may all of you run fast when you see the ads for fast and easy weight loss. They provide no updates during the process, no motivation, and certainly no empathy. I am deaf and wear a cochlear implant and I felt like it was just too much bother for them. I would attach pictures but you would see no change. My pictures from 8 years ago were actually used in a Scottsdale magazine as it was phenomenal. Just NOT at Sottopelle. BEWARE read more

I have been a client/patient for many years (roughly 2009) and everyone has been great. I get bio identical hormones and it has been the greatest thing for me on so many levels. I just wish my insurance covered it. My only negative would be about the billing because I'm not able to pay the amount up front but otherwise it truly has been life changing for me. read more

I came to Gino Tutera's therapy because research into the cause of my15 years of migraines led me there. After 10 days from my first pellets they were gone! Steve is so understanding, so sincere, so funny and so gentle that I look forward to my quarterly appointments. I'm a 13 year veteran, and now most of my girlfriends and two male friends go to Steve slso! I'm a walking billboard for how this therapy changed my life. I'm never stop! read more

I was a patient at this Sottopelle location for 12 years. August 2019 I was overdosed on pellets. I spent a horrible 5 months with cardiologists, endocrinologists and ER visits. I called Dr. Rhodes at one point to let him know my issue, he said he never heard of pellets causing my symptoms. I then sent a letter to Sottopelle and to this day no one has responded or even offered assistance to with this terrible experience. read more

I have been going to Sotopelle for a little over a year. I started with one practitioner but decided to try another as the first one was going out of town for an extended time and did not work every day of the week. I choose to see Steve Nunn and I must say I was disappointed. He does not have good bed side manner. He had not even looked over my chart and lab results. He even took a personal call for a few minutes to chat about his lunch plans for the day! Steve did not like and did not react well to any of my questions and was condescending. It turns out I started bleeding and did for months and he never really was able to either find the cause nor help with the bleeding.He did not even think of telling me to see my gynecologist for the bleeding ( which I did anyway) My gynecologist finally solved my bleeding and it turned out to be polyps. Steve never followed up with me nor did he contact my ob-gyn. As another person writes here, my last insertion was extremely painful, he did not wait for the lidocaine to work and ended up "cutting" me in an area that he did not numb up. The incision site bleed for 3 days and I had a pretty bad black and blue. My impression is they only care about bringing in the cash and have little concern for their patients and their health. If you decide to go to Sotopelle stay away from Steve Nunn!! but I would NOT I repeat I would NOT go to Sotopelle. There are plenty of other places in town to choose from. read more

I have been using for 11 years. I had zero energy, foggy brain, and all the other great effects of menopause. After 2 days my life changed. Everything has been awesome. 5 days after insertion my entire office asked... "what has happened to you? Your skin is glowing, you have energy, you look amazing" I told them about Sotto Pelle and the entire office over 50 went and had it done. One person kissed me on the mouth and said... you changed my life. I would sell my house to stay on Sotto Pelle's read more

Back in 2008, I lived in Az and I was in a car accident and lost my job due to my injuries.. Around that time my body hit menopause and didn't even know what was happening. My husband took me to the doctors and they said I was in menopause and that they could start me on synthetic medication for hot flashes and etc.. My husband and I are clean eaters and don't like to take medication so he got on the internet and found bio identical treatment.. We started going to Sottopelle started treatments and I've been feeling great since then.. It's been ten years now since I had my first insert of the pellet.. I live in Texas now and the doctor that my husband and I go to for the our pellets has been train through the Sottopelle institute and he amazing to go too.. I recommend the bio identical I can change your life, It helps my husband me to feel and enjoy life once again.. Thank you Sottopelle! read more

SottoPelle - Medical Centers Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I have been going into SottoPelle for hormone treatment for over four years now. Dr. Joy Melby has been wonderful and always takes the time to explain my lab work and what measures she is taking. The pellets have made such a difference in the way I feel. read more

Dr Tutera is an amazing man & doctor. I have visited all the providers in this practice and each one has perfectly inserted my pellets. I would not trust another practice for my hormonal health. read more

I have been doing SottoPelle for 4 years. In started them while I was in Oklahoma and I'm so happy to have found a doctor that does them in Scottsdale too. For me, they are life changing. My skin and hair look great! I feel great! My mood is great! Workouts are better and any aches and pains I had are gone. Don't just do it one time. Do it for a year and you will really notice the difference. Now I go every 5 months instead of every 3. Its so worth it! I highly recommend all of the doctors there. read more

Dr. Dean is awesome!! After having had a hysterectomy at age 42, I was in need of hormones and was having many symptoms. I had previously gotten pellets from my OBGYN and did not have the greatest experience. I knew I needed more hormones, but my Dr. told me I was at the maximum strength. I also usually had a day of downtime with pain and bruising. After seeing Dr. Dean, I got an increased dosage, and the insertion was seamless. I had no downtime, no bruising and I feel like I have more energy than ever before. If you are seeing a Dr. who would like to be conservative with your dosage but you know you need more, this the place to go. They carefully monitor your bloodwork until they get it just right. I'm so pleased! read more

I've been on the pellets for 11 yrs. and they literally saved my life! I am eternally grateful to Dr. Tutera for SottoPelle. The staff is very professional and friendly and Steve Nunn is an excellent provider. I can't thank you enough! read more

I started with bio-identicals in Michigan and when we moved to Arizona, I was referred to Dr. Tutera's office. Steve Nunn has been doing the majority of my insertions and I always prefer for him to do the job. He is the best, never leaving me sore or bruised. I consider my pellets to be a necessary part of my maintenance program to keep myself as youthful as possible. And sane! I have recommended them many times to women who were going through the change and suffering unnecessarily. read more

I've been going to SotoPelle for years getting their bio-identical hormones. It has helped me a great deal both physically and mentally. My body lets me know when it's time to go to my next appointment. I can really feel a difference. Steve Nunn in the Chandler office is efficient, friendly and if I feel anything at all, it's just the pin prick from the numbing shot but most of the time I don't even feel that. I feel super comfortable going to that office. Their office staff is really easy to deal with too. read more

When I moved to Scottsdale, my physician highly recommended the SottoPelle clinic. While I am pleased with the results of the bio-identical hormones, I must say that Dr. Robinson was a major disappointment. He criticized my previous physician and dismissed my concerns, in fact, he was extremely rude and condescending. With the exception of Betty, the office staff staff seems inexperienced, unable to answer the simplest of questions, and they didn't return my several phone calls. As much as I want to continue, given Dr. Tutera is the founder of SottoPelle, I need to switch to a different doctor's office - it's just too unpleasant an experience. There are plenty of compassionate doctors experienced in bio-identical hormone treatment in the area to consider. read more

I have been a client of SottoPelle for over 9 years and I would never stop getting my hormones under any circumstances. SottoPelle and Dr, Tutera along with his technology regarding the endocrine system and the need to keep all of our hormones in check is literally a life-saver. I feel so much better when I get a fresh batch, my body feels better, my brain comes back to life and I have energy again. Dr. Walker is absolutely wonderful!!! I love her enthusiasm and energetic attitude. She can totally relate with her clients, being a pellet recipient too. I'm pleased to have her on board with this practice!! read more

I became Dr. Christine Walker's patient at a different doctors office approximately 2 years ago. She is an excellent physician who takes the time to listen and evaluate her patient's needs thoroughly. I am thrilled to have found her at Sottopelle! Thank you Dr. Walker for changing my life! read more

I have been going to Dr. Darr in Prescott since he took over the Sotto Pelle practice here several years ago. So convenient rather than traveling to Scottsdale. He is very attentive and conscientious!! He makes me feel comfortable and relaxed. I love his sense of humor. I would greatly recommend him to anyone thinking about Sotto Pelle. I started bio-identicals many years ago with Dr. Tutera. Such a magical cure for my horrid hot flashes!!! Amazing!! read more

Hair loss. Lower voice. These are two things I wish were emphasized as risks of the testosterone in the pellet. The staff is 5 star. I have friends who are sold on the pellet. The reason I am not is my voice is permanently lowered, and I've had major HAIR LOSS ! I had thick hair before and in bathroom light you can see the scalp at the crown of my head; not just the front. In terms of the other benefits, they were slim for me. When I called a hair restoration doctor in Scottsdale I was told they had many women on the pellet seek their help. They go off the pellet because of hair loss. The longer you have been on the pellet, the more severe and difficult it is to restore the hair I was told. Sadly, the only time the doctor mentioned 'hair loss' was 1.5 years into using it. I did say I had hair loss, but went ahead with the same pellet. This phase of the pellet skyrocketed the hair loss. In my experience, the side effects are not worth any benefits I may have had. read more

I cant say enough wonderful things. I travel all over the valley for work so having 4 locations has been so convenient. Each office is so friendly and just plan good at what they do. I know I can call Stacey the Medical Assistant, and she calls back with real answers. I can say I have a favorite MA at each office. The front office staff goes above and beyond. I need those special receipts to submit to insurance, I have always left with all the paperwork I need. I feel like the staff treats you like you were their own family. That is very refreshing these days. I have had the pleasure of being a patient of Dr. Tutera, Dr. Robinson, Dr. Rhodes and Steve Nunn. I am only 38 years old and after having a partial hysterectomy at 36, my OBGYN said I was fine in the hormone department. I spent the next few years looking for answers and explanations for how I felt. In researching for answers I found Sottopelle!!! Each location has a lab. I am in and out in less time than it took me to drive there for my blood draws. I had extensive laboratory work done which only confirmed I was deficient. I was alarmed at how my main stream OBGYN was not concerned of my symptoms and lab work, but finally I found Doctors who were highly educated and in turn educated me as to the source of my complaints. I have been consistently receiving pellet therapy for over a year now. Every time I just kept getting better and better. My only regret is not finding them sooner. I have a life again. A life with energy, strength, sex drive, my skin glows, my hair loss has improved. Over the summer I was in the ICU with internal bleeding and an infection from a surgery at another Valley hospital. My body was so stressed and traumatized from that experience. You know what helped me out of that health crisis? Sottopelle! I am 100% sure that continuing my hormone replacement therapy helped me to heal faster and once again live a quality life. Thank you Dr. Robinson for saving me with that one. I can go on and on. I would be happy to share with anyone who has questions. I refer my family and friends to Sottopelle, the world would be a happier place if we all had such wonderful care. Much Love read more

I had pellets implanted at the Paradise Valley office on Scottsdale Rd by Stephen Nunn...btw he no longer looks like his photo because he's aged way beyond that photo and probably should be retired. I had to sit in front of him for about 20 minutes while he reviewed my labs. He determined that nothing needed to be changed in my pellets from my previous formula, but when I asked him what my progesterone number showed in comparison to the previous lab work he said he didn't have a result for the progesterone on his lab work and they simply prescribe a strength based on how I feel. I normally get my insertion from my doctor in Santa Fe, but I am in Scottsdale for the month and she sent my record here on my request. Because I have had pellets before I was shocked at how poorly this Practioner was in comparison. It took 3 numbings and each time he would ask if it hurt when he cut and each time it did! Normally, a small prick would be felt when numbed, but that's it! Today, I am suppose to take off the top bandage and in 3 days take off the underneath bandage, but as I begin to take off the top bandage there doesn't appear to be another one there for protection! I would never go back to this office again given the lack of preparedness, professionalism and, the final injury was what they charged. Thank goodness I won't have to return to Stephen Nunn for my pellets every 3 months! read more

I started with Sottopelle nearly 12 years ago. My overall health at that time was a total train wreck! I was on 5 different medications, including meds for depression, ADHD, insomnia, pain, and synthetic hormone patches. I had severe back pain, osteopenia, severe hot flashes, inability to concentrate on my job, unable to sleep...I just assumed this was what my latter years would be like. I was in my mid-50s. Fortunately, I heard about Dr. Tutera and decided to give Sottopelle a try. I saw results instantly on hot flashes, and within months, was able to get off every single one of my prescription meds. At 67, I am happy to report, I still take no meds, am in perfect health and the results of a recent bone scan show that the osteopenia has been reversed; my tests came out perfect! After years of chronic back pain, I am now pain-free. I can sleep 8, uninterrupted hours and wake up with the energy I had in my 20s. I have introduced several people to this therapy, all with amazing results, but my biggest frustration is not being able to get more people to try it. I urge you, if you are even thinking about doing this, go pick up your phone right now and schedule an appointment! You will never regret it. read more

I have been a Sottepelle patient for 3 yrs now and I can't tell you how happy I am with the treatment. I went from being tired, overweight and feeling run down with sore muscles to having a ton of energy and getting in the best physical shape of my life. I know it has not worked for some people, but I am very happy it works for me. read more

I feel more myself, naturally, thanks to Sotopelle. I struggled with HRT for 5 years before trying Sotopelle. It's been 10 years now and Sotopelle has been my salvation - saying goodbye to anxiety, memory, energy and strength issues. The personnel are friendly, professional, efficient and experts in their field. As to the bio-identical hormones, my independent gynecologist said Sotopelle's are the closest to those produced by the human body. I believe it, feel it! I highly recommend it to anyone suffering from midlife hormone issues. read more

I have seen Dr. walker twice now for my ongoing BHRT. I have been in the program for 5 years. She is super nice, down to earth, and I feel as if I could ask her anything. She also helped with another non hormonal issue, and it was great advice. I feel comfortable with her, and would highly recommend her, as well as the entire office to anyone considering this treatment. read more

Men don't usually think about Andropause, what that brings into their life, nor how it affects their relationships. Most simply comment their lack of sexual desire, mental clarity, or physical drive is due to "Well, I'm over 50 years old now..." and not much else. Most have no idea waning Testosterone levels are adversely affecting their lives and their dreams of the future. I had no idea until Dr. Tutera educated my wife and I. Dr. Gino Tutera saved my wife's life and our marriage.I've been a SottoPelle client for several years. I can attest to the remarkable changes it has made in my life. Now, instead of watching others climb mountains, ride motorcycles, or trek the Amazon Jungle I am doing this as if i were 35 years old again. My life has altered dramatically. My mind is clear, my actions quick. My drive propels me into places and events I would have otherwise never experienced.Do I trek the Amazon, ride my BMW 1150 GS Adventure motorcycle and hike the Andes with my wife? I certainly do! She too is a SottoPelle client. Furthermore, we both comprise the core group of a band with six songs receiving worldwide airplay. Our lives are mostly nonstop. This would not have happened without the research of Gino Tutera and his SottoPelle Therapy.What can you expect? It very simple, really... You can expect to feel alive and vital again. You don't remember how good it feels to feel this good. Read the other reviews. You will quickly see our results are not exceptional. They are the norm.Best Wishes Jerry Wills executive producer Xpeditions TV read more

Joy is personable, friendly and professional. She listens to any of my concerns and answers my questions without being rushed.

This Place is so overpriced. There is a ton of places that do the same exact thing in Arizona for half the price. This company has no value for their employees and will turn on them in a heart beat. I see a huge turnover and have even been told how bad Julie the Practice Manager is and what tight wads The Tutera's truly are. DO NOT give this company business, greedy people are not worthy of other peoples attention. This place also does not keep up on OSHA standards and HIPPA compliance. Cleaning of instruments is not up to standards nor is the sanitization process. So many infections come and go out of these offices. SAVE your money go elsewhere!!! read more

I have been receiving BHRT treatment from SottoPelle for 1 1/2 years. It has changed my life. I sleep through the night now, my migraines are gone and my energy is back! The staff and all the Providers are second to none! I recommend SottoPelle to all friends! read more

I never notice a real difference in myself. However, my wife seems to think that my getting the Hormone Replacement Therapy makes me have better sleep and not be so "tired all the time". read more

I wish I could get an answer to my question without paying to see a doctor. I tried to ask before and was told to see a doctor. Iti is a simple question. I want to know why Sottopelle does not mimic the cycle of more or less Procesterone and Estrogen and instead gives a bulk amount of both allat once. have you found that it does not matter if it does not follow the rhythmic natural cycle? what is a resource that answers this question? or can a representative answer my question.? I was using the Wileyprotocol but it is too cumbersome and expensive. thank you so much Cynthia read more