Review

5 Star Review - Hometown Family Wellness Center

Review: I had been a patient of Dr. Russell's for years. Back in August of 2004 I was having problems with my right foot, pain and swelling. Several medical doctors were referring me back and forth for diagnostic tests with no answer and the pain was getting more intense and constant. Pain killers and other meds gave no relief at all. From general practitioner, Neurologist, Podiatrist, orthopedics surgeon... no answers. Pain is so bad I can't sleep or stand for too long. Finally a doctor suggests to have an MRI of my back.. and I begin to think if it's from my back I should call my chiropractor I hadn't seen in a year. Right away Dr. Russell suggests I need to see a Vascular doctor. What took 5 medical doctors 3 months of exams, tests, pills and not knowing what's wrong, Dr. Russell knew right away what specialist I needed to consult. I wish I had seen him sooner as it would've saved me the misery and pain that I had and about to endure. Unfortunately by the time I saw the vascular doctor the problem was so bad I needed bypass surgery as it turned out I had 2 blockages in my leg. The vascular doctor said unfortunately the foot had to be amputated but if it wasn't for Dr. Russell, the consequences could've been a lot worse, including death. I am now standing on my own two feet.. of what's left of the right one. I say to all that read this... speak up.. don't let an MD tell you nothing is wrong. If you are not sure.. ask your chiropractor... if you don't have one.. find one! Thank you Dr. Brokstein... I love you!

• Reviewed By: Sylvia, 
• Reviewer Location: Savannah, GA, 
• Review Date: June 29th, 2011