- Report: #672334
Complaint Review: Dr. Oruene - Henderson Nevada
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Fed up in Nevada -
Henderson, Nevada, United States of America
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Dr. Oruene
2500 Wigwam, Suite 200 Henderson, NV, 89106 Henderson, 89074 Nevada, United States of America
Phone:
(702) 310-9110
Web:
www.apexmedicalcenter.net
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I was referred to Dr. Oruene from another physician. He is the pain management specialist at Apex Medical Center in Nevada. My first impression of him was that he didn't seem to have time to listen to my explanation of my chronic back pain, but I dismissed it as him being very busy. I don't have any personal dislike for the doctor, but I have found that in the time I have been going to him, that he is very liberal with doling out narcotic medication and when I pointed out that I was becoming immune to the strong narcotic drug he was prescribing, he became flustered (He already had the script filled out before he even entered the examining room.) and quickly wrote out another prescription. (It later became recalled, but it wasn't even coming close to controlling the pain, and with apprehension, I went back to the original medication. He wasn't too happy about that, but he complied.
My biggest complaint is that after I was given three sessions of virtually useless (But very painful.) injections, (I only agreed to second and third appointments, because I was concerned he would discontinue my medication. I know wish I had.) my monthly appointments that originally was covered by my insurance, became outrageously high and I was forced to pay just for the honor of getting my necessary medications. (The appointments were just long enough to hand me my prescription and make another one for the following month. What a racket he has.)
He has never once asked me how my physical therapy was going (That I requested and he hastily agreed too.) or even ask how the medication was helping or tell me some alternative treatment plan. When I asked about back surgery, he told me he didn't advise it. Of course not...he can't get paid if he isn't doling out medication.
The last straw was today when I tried to go to an appointment with my original doctor, at the same office he practices at, (but not where I got the injections) and was forced to make a payment on his bill just to be able to see her. (No name mentioned, but I consider her a great and caring doctor. I'll miss her.)
Although, I need medication to basically function on a daily basis, I will never go back to that doctor again. It is my opinion that he is all about the money, and doesn't have any real professional concern or regard about his patients. I could make a few more comments, but my back hurts too much.
Thanks for nothing Dr. Oruene. You let me down.
My biggest complaint is that after I was given three sessions of virtually useless (But very painful.) injections, (I only agreed to second and third appointments, because I was concerned he would discontinue my medication. I know wish I had.) my monthly appointments that originally was covered by my insurance, became outrageously high and I was forced to pay just for the honor of getting my necessary medications. (The appointments were just long enough to hand me my prescription and make another one for the following month. What a racket he has.)
He has never once asked me how my physical therapy was going (That I requested and he hastily agreed too.) or even ask how the medication was helping or tell me some alternative treatment plan. When I asked about back surgery, he told me he didn't advise it. Of course not...he can't get paid if he isn't doling out medication.
The last straw was today when I tried to go to an appointment with my original doctor, at the same office he practices at, (but not where I got the injections) and was forced to make a payment on his bill just to be able to see her. (No name mentioned, but I consider her a great and caring doctor. I'll miss her.)
Although, I need medication to basically function on a daily basis, I will never go back to that doctor again. It is my opinion that he is all about the money, and doesn't have any real professional concern or regard about his patients. I could make a few more comments, but my back hurts too much.
Thanks for nothing Dr. Oruene. You let me down.
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DR. ORUENE
las vegas,Nevada,
United States of America
Pain Practice
#2UPDATE Employee
Thu, December 15, 2011
First of all , i am board certified in pain management. I work and run a comprehensive pain practice where all regulations are adhered to and best care and best practice is upheld to the uttermost. Over 20 + yrs in practice, my work speaks for itself.
I don't know what has angered you to the extent you would file this report, it is quite possible what you considerd good for your care was not in line with what i thought best for you. If this is an attempt to mar my character, all it has done is strengthend my commitment to the patients i take care off. I wish you gods speed.
