Raimy Amasha's Online Review Report Card

As a patient of Dr. Amasha and his team for several years, I have trusted in his capacity to treat me in a manner that does not require the use of opiate medications.

Dr. Raimy Amasha of Capitol Pain Institute has very little regard for his patient’s lives outside of his office, or possibly, certain patients. It’s not clear to me. What does seem clear is the fact that he does make sure he has the means to collect his patients payments at all times. Don’t get me wrong, this is what any smart business man does, however I’m not convinced his 1st priority is to serve the needs of patients fully. Does he evaluate his patients as a whole? Patients go to see their doctors with hope that he or she will provide the means for a better quality of life. It’s not just about the ailment/diagnosis. And any biases a doctor has personally, should have no influence on their decisions to provide treatment. This is a rule of ethics. My husband had an appointment to see Dr. Amasha, but instead he sees his nurse, since Dr. Amasha was in surgery that day. My husband explains to the nurse his ongoing issue of radiating back pain & the severity of it. The previously intermittent pain he c/o is now constant & interfering with his ability to do his job daily. Also, his pain scale, which she never asked, is now ranging from 7-10 out of 10 with OTC meds & his urgency to urinate is frequent. He leaves the appointment w/ no prescribed meds & describes how dismissive the nurse was toward his complaints. Dr. Amasha later in the day calls in a prescription for an opioid, but now there’s another issue. Although the opioids will help with his pain, his job will not allow him to work while using this medication. It’s a state law in fact. This is actually no problem, because he can work through this issue & get the necessary help he needs by going out on short term leave insurance. The doctors approval is needed for this. So my husband contacts Dr. Amasha’s office again to explain this & talks to some nurse/assist who explains that basically Dr. Amasha doesn’t do that. In fact she says, Dr. Amasha says it’s not his job to put patients out of work. (Huh?) Dr. Amasha instead orders a Capacity exam (which he doesn't oppose), equivalent to a Worker’s Comp exam to determine if he can work. Mind you, my husband is not a new patient w/ Dr. Amasha & he’s had several tests & scans completed, as well as numerous office visits to confirm his condition. Does he not have authority as a physician to excuse his patients from work? Absolutely he does! So why is he not willing to do so in this case? Does he not realize, he has also sent an implication to my husband's employer that the extent of his condition is not severe? Reminder: Dr Amasha put him on opioids because he knows the extent of his condition & his pain. He also determined that surgery is needed. So why does he need this exam? My husband reached out to an Advocate Nurse for help, explained his situation & she was confused as well. Understand the ripple effect that could occur: - Dr. Amasha does not provide an excuse for short term leave. - My husband will have to use PTO for the days he’s off. - When PTO runs out, he won’t get paid. - If he doesn’t get paid, how does he provide? - If he can’t go back to work soon enough, his job could disqualify him. - If he gets disqualified, he could possibly lose his job - If he loses his job, he loses his insurance. - If he loses his insurance, he can’t go to the doctor. - If he can’t go to the doctor, he can’t treatment or surgery. This is easy for any rational minded person to understand! Dr. Amasha is the leader of his office & sets the tone for his staff. This tendency to disregard patients & their issues is an ugly flaw. I understand they see all types of patients, on a daily basis; some who complaint a lot, some who complaint little, some even lie. I imagine that eventually they’ve been desensitized & subconsciously developed some sort of radar system to judge their patients. As I stated before, any biases one has personally, should have no influence on their decisions to provide treatment. Patients should not be made to feel like you don’t care or don’t trust them! If my husband was misjudged for some liar trying to get out work & abuse opioids, then you’re clearly mistaken! You Dr. Amasha & your entire staff all need some additional training on integrity & operating from an ethical stance. This is just as important, if not more then, as treating your patient’s conditions.

Dr. Raimy Amasha of Capitol Pain Institute has very little regard for his patient’s lives outside of his office, or possibly, certain patients. It’s not clear to me. What does seem clear is the fact that he does make sure he has the means to collect his patients payments at all times. Don’t get me wrong, this is what any smart business man does, however I’m not convinced his 1st priority is to serve the needs of patients fully. Does he evaluate his patients as a whole? Patients go to see their doctors with hope that he or she will provide the means for a better quality of life. It’s not just about the ailment/diagnosis. And any biases a doctor has personally, should have no influence on their decisions to provide treatment. This is a rule of ethics. My husband had an appointment to see Dr. Amasha, but instead he sees his nurse, since Dr. Amasha was in surgery that day. My husband explains to the nurse his ongoing issue of radiating back pain & the severity of it. The previously intermittent pain he c/o is now constant & interfering with his ability to do his job daily. Also, his pain scale, which she never asked, is now ranging from 7-10 out of 10 with OTC meds & his urgency to urinate is frequent. He leaves the appointment w/ no prescribed meds & describes how dismissive the nurse was toward his complaints. Dr. Amasha later in the day calls in a prescription for an opioid, but now there’s another issue. Although the opioids will help with his pain, his job will not allow him to work while using this medication. It’s a state law in fact. This is actually no problem, because he can work through this issue & get the necessary help he needs by going out on short term leave insurance. The doctors approval is needed for this. So my husband contacts Dr. Amasha’s office again to explain this & talks to some nurse/assist who explains that basically Dr. Amasha doesn’t do that. In fact she says, Dr. Amasha says it’s not his job to put patients out of work. (Huh?) Dr. Amasha instead orders a Capacity exam (which he doesn't oppose), equivalent to a Worker’s Comp exam to determine if he can work. Mind you, my husband is not a new patient w/ Dr. Amasha & he’s had several tests & scans completed, as well as numerous office visits to confirm his condition. Does he not have authority as a physician to excuse his patients from work? Absolutely he does! So why is he not willing to do so in this case? Does he not realize, he has also sent an implication to my husband's employer that the extent of his condition is not severe? Reminder: Dr Amasha put him on opioids because he knows the extent of his condition & his pain. He also determined that surgery is needed. So why does he need this exam? My husband reached out to an Advocate Nurse for help, explained his situation & she was confused as well. Understand the ripple effect that could occur: - Dr. Amasha does not provide an excuse for short term leave. - My husband will have to use PTO for the days he’s off. - When PTO runs out, he won’t get paid. - If he doesn’t get paid, how does he provide? - If he can’t go back to work soon enough, his job could disqualify him. - If he gets disqualified, he could possibly lose his job - If he loses his job, he loses his insurance. - If he loses his insurance, he can’t go to the doctor. - If he can’t go to the doctor, he can’t treatment or surgery. This is easy for any rational minded person to understand! Dr. Amasha is the leader of his office & sets the tone for his staff. This tendency to disregard patients & their issues is an ugly flaw. I understand they see all types of patients, on a daily basis; some who complaint a lot, some who complaint little, some even lie. I imagine that eventually they’ve been desensitized & subconsciously developed some sort of radar system to judge their patients. As I stated before, any biases one has personally, should have no influence on their decisions to provide treatment. Patients should not be made

Dr. Amasha has been great! Very caring and calls me by my first name. You feel like he can remember you personally. He is down to earth and answers your questions.

Listened. Made a plan (meant the world to me when I was hurting so bad). Explained and re explained. Followed through with plan. I had great results but even if I still had some pain - I completely trust Dr Amasha would have my back. Thank you. So much. Those of us who hurt appreciate those of you who care.

love how caring and how he listens and wants the best for his patients, would not trade Dr.Amasha for the world best Dr. ever!!!

Work well with his patience. Best doctor and he listen very well.

When I first met Dr. Amasha he was pleasant and friendly. He was professional. Clear. And to the point. He diagnosed my pain condition and gave me steps to take conservatively if I chose that. I ultimately ended up doing an injection (the meds didnt really help) and I am so much better. I wish more doctors took a moment to listen to their patients. Prayers answered! Thank you!

Great office personnel, Doctor is excellent!

His procedures really helping long term plan!!!