Tennessee Valley Pain Consultants Patient Reviews

This is my first time experiencing a pain clinic, walking in was very intimidating. I saw Dr. Cosgrove and Shelby. They were nothing short of amazing. The time they took to discuss and thoroughly explain my treatment was appreciated. Dr. Cosgrove gave me a few options and explained what each was. He never pressured me to do any of them. I think I have finally found a group that actually cares about my pain. I’m glad I was referred to them. Shelby has left the facility but the new NP is just as amazing. Oh…I can’t remember the male nurse but he was fantastic. He knows how to break the ice and is very personable. He definitely diverted my nervousness and had me laughing like I had known him for years! Thank you

After moving to N. AL, I spent several months trying to find a dr. who would treat my severe pain from 3 major internal surgeries leaving me with a huge, open abdominal wound and scaring. I had previously been treated at a pain clinic in Raleigh. But the climate towards pain patients in N. AL was stormy to say the least. Several places refused to even make an appointment for any type of pain relief. The medical bias against pain patients was overwhelming. I was later given the excuse of excessive AL state regulations and paperwork regarding treatment of pain as the reason for not accepting pain patients. But, there was no excuse for the rudeness I received. After having been treated so poorly by other medical providers in AL, it was a relief to come to TVPC. I have always been treated with the greatest respect and professionalism at TVPC since my first visit 8 years ago. Thank you Dr. Collins and your staff!

Due to my return visits with Dr. Newell for my corroding bones, I was 100% better after shots on both hips within 7 hours. Also wanted to say that Kensie, the Nurse Practitioner, that I first saw was right on, all the pain was due to my hips and not my back. She recommended Physical Therapy which I did for another painful reason, but between these two professional and caring people and of course PT at the Medical Mall under the watchful eyes of Erin, I feel like a new 79 year old lady, just buying time in my old age, but you don't have to suffer if you have these people on your team. No surgeries, no drugs, just relief. Way to go.

Four years ago I fell, shattering my shoulder, breaking numerous bones in my face, arm and shoulder and began a life of existing - no longer "living" because I was barely moving. My injuries caused me to have CRPS. The pain was so intense that I would vomit at times, and I often went to bed in tears from the pain. After over 100 physical therapy visits, numerous injections, and taking medication, I was referred to Dr. Kraus. I went with no hope. He recommended a surgical procedure. I agreed to it, not really thinking it would help, but basically because I felt like a zombie who did anything anyone recommended. I had no hope nor expectation that the procedure would help in any manner. I was flabbergasted the first night that I went to bed pain free. I cried because I was exhilarated to not have any pain! I recommend Dr. Kraus to anyone and everyone who can't get any relief from pain. I am living again, and it's beyond description what I can do now. He is a major blessing in my life and I praise God for him. Dr. Kraus cares about people and that's just icing on the cake!

I have been a patient of the pain clinic for several years. Dr Scherlis has always been concerned with my level of pain. I have had nerve blocks, ablation and monthly appointments. The blocks do help for a time and they are usually regularly scheduled to reduce the pain that I have. My nurse practices is Michelle Thornton. She is kind and personable. I can talk to her and she is always concerned with my level of pain. She never rushes me out the door. If the painkiller prescribed does not seem to be working after awhile, she is very good at changing them up and finding one that works for the present time. 5+ stars to Dr. Scherlis and CRNP Michelle Thornton. My only complaint is the amount prescribed. I do understand that the more they give you, the more you are eventually going to need. My pain meds are switched up and changed from time to time to help alleviate that pain. I have asked about adding another dosel to what I'm prescribed or increase the milligrams of the doses I'm getting. I get the DEA is more involved than they need to be but that will not change. They have given some guidelines /suggestions on dosing, but not written in stone. Again, I understand where they are coming from about increasing dosages, but I have been on same dose/amount for approx 15 years. I need another dose especially at night.Many nights I am awake iall night in severe pain and crying. and need another dose. I have pain in many places, but the pain the neuropathy causes, is much worse at night and many times absolutely unbearable. Increase the dosage and let me be on that for 15 years.. This complaint is NOT against Dr Scherlis or Michelle. They have been nothing but EXCELLENT to me. I am beyond grateful for the care that I do receive. Without it, I wouldn't be able to be walk or be able to get out of the house. My muscles bones and joints are getting worse with each passing year, as is the pain that comes with that. Again no fault of the Dr. and CRNP. Much praise and many thanks to them for their compassion and treatment. This appears to be a policy of TVPC/HH that meeds to be addressed for long term patients. If you are needing a Dr for pain, I cannot reccomend Dr Scherlis and Michelle enough.

I love coming to the Tennessee Valley pain consults. Dr Kraus is amazing. The staff is always friendly and nice.

Everyone was very professional and caring. I was in a lot of pain. They made sure I was comfortable while I had to wait. And after the procedure the recovery nurses were kind and caring as well. Thank you all

I have been a patient of DR. Gantt for many years. Always have great results. Highly recommend him.

Dr.Crosgrove and team are absolutely the best. My needs are always met with excellent care

Always satisfied with dr Newell he has helped me so much with my pain I give him 20 stars