the entrance was a bit weird since i wasn't sure i...

the entrance was a bit weird since i wasn't sure if someone was going to greet me. you start hearing music w/ a speaker right by the wall. you have to make quick right in order to see the reception. its not like most offices. the receptionist was sweet. also, an old lady that was very welcoming and outgoing and funny. my initial conversation was in closed door with the chiropractor (Lynn) and with privacy. but after that, any new talk about my history/diagnosis/prognosis/symptoms, the dr would speak to me in public in front of other patients, which i found odd and uncomfortable. the initial test was done among other patients in a living room of some kind. again, no 1on1 privacy. Sort of like one big happy family where privacy is not a concern whatsoever. though she seemed like an experienced licensed chiropractor, her approach or strategic process is a big awkward for my undertaking. i would say its an aquired taste. i clearly saw several patients there, some in rooms in beds with some electric shock pads on their backs (which i also did as i gave some thought to her suggestion of getting xrays and MRI's done) for 10-15 mins tops, and others getting massaged by the doctor as they waited and watched the chiropractor take care of the patient..(again, this all goes back to privacy). its a bit out of norm for my taste. If other patients were able to set aside their privacy concerns and do everything publicly, then by all means. And if your ok with this approach, then more power to you. She took down my concerns in privacy, then laid me face down on this cushioned chair/bed type in front of others and did some pressure points and checked to see if i had any pain. and then advised me (again privacy issue here) in front of everyone my possible diagnosis and that i needed to get $500 worth of xrays and MRI..though i was reluctant about it, i agreed and had her set up an appointment. as well having to return to her office 3x's a week, and it would eventually decrease to 2x's, then 1, as long as their was progress in getting better. that sure seems expensive. 3x's a week (30/copay) can definitely add up. anyway, i digress..
Unfortunately i got a last minute job interview that i could not pass up and so i gave notice and i had to cancel the imaging w/ the referral. My loss/gain for the moment. But hopefully this new career path pans out. Anyway, thats my thought on this office. oh and i did pay my copay of 30 through my insurance.