National Spine and Pain Centers - Alok Gopal, MD - Pain Management in Winchester, Virginia

“I read through some reviews and I really have to disagree with all the negativity. Dr Gopal was very open with discussing the proper type of treatment that I preferred, for my hypermobile ehlers danlos syndrome pain. He listens VERY well and doesn't talk over you like he knows everything just because he's got a white coat. But he's very intelligent and knowledgeable. He's the first person in decades that has truly listened to me. And that means a lot to me because having joints pop out of socket multiple times daily, isn't an easy thing to live with if you don't have the right treatment. I am very grateful for Dr Gopal.”

— Stabby Unicorn

“Was only interested in putting a spinal stimulator in my spine. As a RN I know there can be serious side effects with this. He was arrogant and he was not worried about " DO NO HARM". HE DID NOTHING TO HELP MY PAIN.”

— Marianne Wagster

“I found DR Gopal to be a compassionate medical professional who listened intently to me as I described my chronic lumbar back pain; a product of four back surgeries over the past 14 years. He explained what my treatment options where in terms that I could understand. He has performed several pain relieving procedures for me with some success. I have found the nursing staff to be friendly and courteous. The examination area could provide a little more patient privacy as they are only separated by a curtain.”

— Barry Emery

“Just read all the other reviews, most of all the negative stuff I have been through myself. FIRST, there really was no privacy at all with them until people complained and then they made changes to help out. You could hear everyones discussion with the doctors?!?!? Most of their staff is not very professional and down right rude sometimes. I mean for $400 a visit, I would expect so much more empathy from them and the doctors. If you are prescribed pain medication, be prepared to visit them every month for your refills (even though you may have been going to them monthly for years and have always past your tests). Yes they can give more than one month prescriptions at a time, at THEIR convenience or choosing. The more and more I think about it, its just a money game. Wait 45 minutes for doctor, 5 minute discussion, get prescription, see ya in 30 days. They dont communicate well between staff or other locations. I have had many mix ups on my prescriptions from them, you know the Professionals. They do offer injections and I have heard it does help some which is great. Be prepared for a lot of frustrations and let downs.”

— Keith Developer