Things that I like: The doctor was very nice and he seemed pretty knowledgeable. I also saw an acupuncturist there and it really helped some of my chronic pains. The front office is very relaxing, too - the water fountain made me want to lay on the floor and take a nice nap. Before I came there I already had been taking a few supplements that seem to help somewhat, but I wanted to take a more ""educated"" approach to my diet and nutrition, instead of just reading random articles and things on the internet. I liked the idea of going to someone with a background in both traditional and modern medicine.\r
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Things I don't like: I was a little surprised that they rely so heavily on ""Western"" tests to recommend alternative therapies. That's not to say that lab tests, etc. aren't useful. It just seemed a bit of a contradiction. Also, I became uncomfortable when they tried to get me to buy their own supplements. I'd rather they had recommended a few brands other than their own (which they stand to make a big profit from). I'm following the other nutritional advice they have given me, and I do think I have a bit more energy, and maybe less pain (or maybe it's the acupuncture). Anyway, I'd probably recommend them to a friend, but would caution them not to feel pressured to buy their supplements. Or maybe look for a practitioner with Plum Spring's basic approach but who's willing to also recommend products sold by a 3rd party. One last note - there is one office staffer who is pretty rude and short-tempered... surprising considering what a relaxing ambience they've got set up.
Pros: Nice doctors, relaxing waiting room, good acupuncturist
Cons: Felt pressure to buy their expensive supplements; and one office staffer is pretty rude
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