Went to start PT at the Gowanus location and there was a lot of miscommunication about referral…read morerequirements and ended up not being able to be seen despite confirming the appointment several times with Spear and arriving to the appointment 15 min early (although this specific location was apparently unclear that I confirmed and said I didn't). The front desk staff at the time I went was very hot and cold. First starting very defensive and not being kind that I was not aware I needed additional paperwork (I moved states) and then ending my saying they will do their best to help me. Overall unclear if I am going to go back considering I was highly frustrated with the communication and initial interaction (which is such a shame because the PTs seem to be knowledgeable).

I came for most of my PT sessions. The PTs I've seen have been great. Front desk staff on the other…read morehand leave much to be desired all times except my first visit was I ever greeted. I usually don't care too much about these things but after seeing visitors come in right after me get greeted on several occasions, it left me with a bad impression. Most my sessions were with one PT and when my sessions with her came to an end and I would be seeing someone else in between I decided to go with an office closer to home. This is definitely one of the bigger locations and there is often 2 or 3 patients being seen at once. This might be something that might bother you since you might end needing to flag your PT throughout your session. Thankfully my PT was always attentive so this was rarely the case.

I came to Spear in need of a hand specialist and I can't say enough good things about my…read moreoccupational therapist, Kathleen Siano. She is a consummate professional who brings encyclopedic knowledge of her field to each session along with an expert level of skill. But there's more to being an outstanding OT than being a brilliant practitioner. She also clearly cares about her patients, connecting with them effortlessly and remembering even the smallest details of conversations. Simply put, she is exceptional. If you need an OT who is a hand specialist, I can guarantee that when you visit Kathleen Siano your hand will be in good hands.

IF YOU VALUE YOUR PRIVATE INFORMATION, like your date of birth, your address, and information about…read moreyour care, I strongly suggest avoiding this location of Spear. The majority of what bothered me wasn't that they breached HIPAA law several times in a phone call to me: they fed to me someone else's date of birth, and instead of asking me to give them information about myself for them to confirm my identity, they fed me this information. Again, before they knew I was me. But I was ready to excuse the person who made the mistakes. I did want to prevent it from happening again, though. It was the ways the clinical director handled it that really frustrated and angered me. When I expressed concern to the m, while they acknowledged that a mistake was made, they responded with a lot of assertions about tangential policies instead of the issue itself; they didn't assure me that they and/or the location would work to avoid the same kind of mistake in the future; when I addressed this hole in a second in-person conversation about it, they claimed they made this assurance in the previous conversation, citing lines they never expressed in that previous conversation; in the same, second in-person conversation, they told me they talked with the person who broke HIPAA law, and less than three minutes later, when I asked them if they talked with the person, they expressed their 'Yes' in a high voice -- very unconvincing. The clinical director's physical therapy guidance also lacked the level of care for movement quality and level of attention in general that I want for my own healing or that of anyone I care about.

Massive ice patch in front of business 2 days after snow storm. Almost slipped and hit my head…read moretwice walking by. Worst from there to Barclays by far. A receptionist came out to shoo me away and tell me they are waiting on the owner to remove the ice, no apology. My landlord didn't shovel either and I cleaned off my stairs and sidewalk and path to package box because I have a sense of responsibility. The irony of a slipping hazard in front of a spine pain office is not lost on me. If they approach the responsibility to their patients like they do their building, stay away.

Doctor Khan is an absolutely amazing doctor super attentive and so caring, but his office admin…read moremakes it a horrible patient experience. I have hit so many road blocks with his receptionist. She gate keeps everything and lacks urgency and follow up. I have hit so many road blocks with her. The lack of communication and follow up is severely concerning when it's concerning his patients and their health and well being. She puts up a huge barrier where you can not get a hold of the doctor due to the fact she wants to own every process along the way but then sits on things with no urgency. Doctor Khan is so amazing but I'm dealing more with his receptionist than the actual doctor even after i have asked her to leave messages for him to call me back - still nothing.

I've been seeing Dr. Lefkowitz over 5 yrs. he has been excellent at helping me manage several…read moredifferent issues. I am so glad I finally found a Dr who is excellent at what he does and is truly compassionate in wanting to help. Medically - he REALLY knows what he is doing - I am confident about his abilities and would def recommend him to a friend. He listens and then helps me understand what is the problem. Which he has always been able to help get better with his injections or even as simple as a Rx for a week. (And I have used other pain Managment Dr in California who was not anywhere as competent as Dr Lefkowitz- so I have other Dr to compare him to - Lefkowitz is Top of his Field) - and I travel to see him he is not in my neighborhood. He has new people in his office and I have to say his staff has stepped it up in the customer service department. In the past two phone calls to the office I called and asked a follow up question to the first person answering the phone and that person relayed all that information to the next person so I would not have to repeat myself. So the nurse I had to deal with was already up to speed and repeated back "as I understand it..." and she knew everything I said to the first person. Very good hand-off. That's outstanding for a telephone service for a Doctors office. usually you have to repeat yourself over and over. My experience visiting the office as well as on my recent phone calls that his staff were always very professional - smart - helpful - competent - precise - knowledgeable - calm - unrushed - they were truly listening when I talked not interrupting. All qualities you want from a medical office experience. So in addition to having a very competent Dr who has solved/cured me of several issues for me the office too gets high marks.

He is not a pain management doctor. He is a doctor who focuses on weight loss referrals. He is a…read moredoctor who focuses on physical therapy. He's more like a physical therapist. He rather distract you from you asking him anything substantial about pain. Here have to talk to you about your life. He rather talk to you about anything else as long as it has nothing to do with pain.

I am so happy to have found Dr. Principal! I have worked with her for two different issues --…read morephysical therapy following foot surgery, and balance. She is so knowledgeable, resourceful, and good at what she does. Her sessions in office and exercises for home are effective. She patiently reviews what is causing the issue in the affected body part and how the particular therapy assists with the cure. And her remedies work! My podiatrist was surprised to see how quickly my foot was recovering post-surgery. I would highly recommend her services.

Dr. Principal is amazing. I came to her with an acute ankle and knee injury that was compounding…read moreover time and super painful; in a matter of weeks she was able to get me back to the point of able to exercise functionally and to reduce my pain dramatically. She's kind, funny, and is able to adapt in the moment to address needs based on how I'm showing up on the day. I'm so grateful for her guidance and support!

I came to Hima after four years of runner's knee that I had basically accepted as permanent. Two…read morethings changed everything: a completely different approach to stretching than what I had been doing on my own, and a training philosophy focused on building load tolerance instead of just avoiding pain. I left with a clear, structured plan for getting back to full running. I also really enjoyed the space and the vibe and the level of professionalism at Spear. If you have been stuck with a nagging injury, Spear is the place to go, and Hima is the person to see!

I went to Him Gandhi for PT of an ankle--she was so helpful, and so effective--now I'm back to my…read morenormal 30+ miles per week running. The front desk is also helpful and accommodative.

It's not bad at all clean and up to date. But the hippa rules don't apply at all. I am sitting…read morewaiting to see the doctor and one of the female employees comes out to interview a new client in the sittin

From the owner: We specialize in Pain Management, Physical Therapy, and all other Rehabilitation services. We are…read morecommitted to helping the neighborhood with their medical needs and providing amazing patient care.

Ben Taylor is an enigmatic healer. While he is empathic and a good listener, he learns each…read morepatient's body and then tries to reveal its balanced potential. I began seeing Dr. Taylor after about 6 months of chronic groin pain that had returned as a result of antibiotic use, prostatitis, and nerve strain. In addition, I had a locked-up sacrum and some spinal scoliosis. I had been to several urologists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, and pain specialists. I had tried auto-immune diets, tricyclic antidepressants, steroidal pain blocks, etc. Over a few months, we reasoned through the groin pain, hatched several action plans, and in the process, made real progress against the pain, and definitely corrected some spinal alignment issues I'd had since childhood. There are so few doctors who practice Osteopathic Manipulation (OMM or OMT), especially in New York. While Dr. Taylor does not accept health insurance, his office assistant is provide a detailed bill that is easy to submit for out-of-network insurance coverage. When I was searching for DOs in New York who practice OMT, I went to many who either did not spend any time or effort in the session or had no idea what they were doing. Dr. Taylor upholds the incredible legacy of osteopathy by being perceptively hands-on, spending time with his patients, and refusing to rush judgements.

i was travelling in north america while five months pregnant and had been in a great deal of pain…read morewith a sciatica since i had arrived. I contacted Dr Taylor and he made himself available quickly, which i really appreciated. I found him a very professionnal osteopathe, checking thoroughly my history and taking all the time needed to work with me. He helped me a lot, showed me a few yoga exercises to do, and took news from me the following days. I've seen a lot of ostéopathe, in France where i live, and elsewhere as well, and i can safely recommand Ben Taylor.

Dr Blyskal is an excellent practitioner. Throughout the years, her treatments have helped me…read moreimmensely with asthma, recovery from colds/flu, and a variety of musculoskeletal issues. I feel that Dr Blyskal always makes space for my understanding of my own body while also presenting her perspective from the DO lens. She understands the interlocking connections of various body systems and her treatments are conscientious and effective. I love being able to receive hands on treatments from a fully licensed physician. Dr Blyskal is an invaluable, trusted component of my health support team.

I came to Dr Blyskal with significant lower back pain and stiffness. Under her direction and care…read moreI have been pain free for 6 months. She diagnosed the problem and prescribed a stretching and exercise routine that has really helped. If you suffer from back pain, I can't recommend her services enough!