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St. Luke Integrative Medical Center Charmaine Ortega, MD, FACEP
415-E Church St NW Ste. 4, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States
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Review №1

Save your time and money and just get a TENS unit and an inversion table.The treatments consist of a device that produces Electric Cell Signaling (ECS) energy waves that is non-invasive. This medical center has been open for about 4 years but the staff just received training about 4 weeks ago.Beware Expensive Treatments of Peripheral NeuropathyPatients seeking treatment of peripheral neuropathy need to be aware of a recent controversial method that involves collaboration between chiropractors, medical doctors and/or podiatristsPN patients are typically under the care of a physician such as their internist or family practitioner. Unfortunately for some, the treatment of peripheral neuropathy which usually includes prescription drug therapy has been unsuccessful. These patients often suffer from debilitating neuropathy pain, are desperate and are searching for relief.The Peripheral Neuropathy clinics involved in this scheme use direct mail advertising, TV, full-page newspaper ads and the internet to gain the attention of peripheral neuropathy sufferers. The typical ad will utilize provocative pictures of feet standing on sharp tacks or pictures of feet on fire. One clinic utilized a picture of a surgical foot amputation to garner attention.A typical PN scheme protocol includes expensive and sometimes painful, nerve conduction testing. These tests may be done at the onset of treatment and intermittently throughout the care program. These tests may have no basis other than to generate income for the clinic. The clinician may X-Ray the patient’s neck, back, arms, legs and feet. These x-rays have often been found to have no value in helping the doctor reach a diagnosis. These x-rays expose the patient to potentially unnecessary and harmful radiation.The actual treatment that the clinic renders for the peripheral neuropathy pain includes frequent (2-3 X per week) injections of an anesthetic agent, often Marcaine, into the peripheral nerves of the arms/wrists/legs/calves and/or feet. There have been instances in which patients have received over 100 treatments involving up to 5 injections per day.In most of the schemes identified, the patient will briefly see a medical doctor on the first visit. The medical doctor will order all the tests. Typically, all of the localized anesthetic injections are given by a medical assistant. The patient rarely sees the medical doctor again.Claims sent to the PN patient’s insurance company can amount to thousands of dollars and can exhaust the patient’s insurance benefits that they may need for regular health care.The other treatment is non-invasive spinal decompression. According to U.S. NEWS Patients pay thousands for back pain treatment — with little scientific evidence that it works. Claims of success for spinal decompression devices stretch the truth, an investigation found. The treatment hasnt been proven in rigorous studies. Staff at this Medical Center is probably still awaiting training on this machine that has been in use there for about 4 years . Current provider:She has had this clinic for 4 years and nobody knows what they are doing.Electrical Cell Signaling is covered by Medicare 100% IF you have straight Medicare as your primary insurance carrier otherwise , the cost is a few thousand dollars for a possible reduction in symptoms as these treatments are not a cure.The Electrical Cell Signaling treatments includes injections to extremities and a punch biopsy.Enjoy the advertisement you see on T.V. because that is the only time you will see the Dr. because she wants no part of seeing patients.So glad America allows freedom of speech. But God forbid you have an opinion , save it because you will be deemed as negative. Enjoy the ride on the Titanic!Other clinic of this company:St. Rose Integrative Medical Center in Henderson, NVGo check out those reviews.

Bu
Review №2

I have found the staff at St. Luke to be very caring and professional. This is my second round of treatments that started in 2017, and they gave me 3 wonderful years of living without overwhelming neuropathic pain. It’s time for another round of help, and I returning to the previous source I found so helpful. They never have said “no”, and I’m very appreciative of the relief I’ve found through the attention provided by St. Luke!

Br
Review №3

I got several treatments, and I still have neuropathic pain. The staff was great,but I only saw Dr.Charmain one time.

BO
Review №4

I went to numerous doctors for several years and finally was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy. Gabapentin was prescribed. I was taking 1200 mg. per day when I saw the st. Luke ad on tv. Went there and signed up for the treatments. Left there 3 months later taking no gabapentin.This was in 2017 and I have had no neuropathy pain since. The people are superb and the treatment WORKS!!!!Bob Hargrove

Mi
Review №5

The medical staff at St Luke Integrative Medical Center has a combined 50 years experience treating patients with chronic pain and numbness; providing the utmost care for patients. Dr. Ortega, Medical Director, utilizes an integrative approach, non-surgical, non- narcotic and non-evasive. Over 25 years of research and development back the proven medical treatment to meet patients specific treatment needs.

Ro
Review №6

Save your money! This place is a complete scam. They are taking peoples money and providing them no help. This treatment program does not work. There is so much juvenile behavior in the treatment room. No one acts professional or even grown up. Gosh I had such high hopes. BTW, has anyone ever seen Dr. Ortega?

Ro
Review №7

I paid almost $7,500 for their electrical stimulus, treatments, stem cell shots and several wasted appointments with absolutely no relief. I was asked to take a break obviously asking me to stop coming in for help. I havent heard from them since.

We
Review №8

I have been very pleased with all my treatments so far. I am probably 85% better than I was when I started. Off all my lyrica. Was taking750 MG a fay to 0 a day. What an accomplishment . Cudos from me.

Li
Review №9

Everyone was very friendly, both the staff and the patients. I feel a lot better than I did when I first started the treatments. They have helped me have less pain.

D.
Review №10

Helped me tremendously from chemo induced peripheral neuropathy. Gave your name to a PT and a LPTA yesterday. Lena and group are great.

sh
Review №11

The staff here is amazing. I can’t say enough about their care. I would recommend St. Luke to anyone with neuropathy.

Cl
Review №12

Was pleased with staff but I got no results from treatment. The pain is worse than when I started.

Ma
Review №13

Has helped my husband to feel and walk better.

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  • Address:415-E Church St NW Ste. 4, Huntsville, AL 35801, United States
  • Site:https://www.stlukeimc.com/
  • Phone:+1 256-801-4536
Categories
  • General practitioner
  • Holistic medicine practitioner
  • Medical Center
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–6pm
  • Tuesday:8am–6pm
  • Wednesday:8am–6pm
  • Thursday:8am–6pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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