Dr. Mitchell is by far the best Lyme doctor I have seen in Arizona. And I have unfortunately been to a lot. He takes time with you and provides mostly natural options which I appreciate after having to be on antibiotics for years. He addresses the patient and not just the infection. His staff are kind and helpful. Yes it is expensive but considering I am there for 1-2 hours at a time, I don’t think paying $200-$500 for that much of a doctor’s time is unfair. I have been charged much more and presented a $10,000 “plan” at another office. My previous infectious disease doctor charged me $900 for a 5 minute appointment and then I had to pay $3000 out of pocket for my IV’s (after insurance). Basically being super sick with something like Lyme Disease is expensive and takes a lot of time and energy. But if you need the treatment then you are in good hands here. I have sent dozens of other people with Lyme and the do get better. It takes a while and the treatment is a lot of work. Most importantly he will take your symptoms seriously and not just poo poo them like so many other ignorant doctors did! If you want the best care, this is it.
I have been a patient of Dr Mitchell for a little over a year now. I had been searching for a good doctor that either would be a naturopath or have a holistic approach to medicine. When I first met Dr Mitchell, I was impressed by his kindness, medical knowledge, scientific approach and attention to details. The fact that he previously was a Pharmacist was a bonus since it gives him an excellent understanding of medications and how they perform in the body.
Unfortunately, I was facing a complex series of illnesses. Dr Mitchell recommended a treatment plan based on my numerous symptoms. I was happy to see quick results on some of my symptoms. It gave me confidence I was in good hands. As Dr Mitchell and I worked on some of the more severe symptoms, I was really impressed by his dedication to me as a patient. He considered most likely causes, researched infrequent illnesses and recommended more testing only when necessary. Throughout the process he has been a very good listener, considering my treatment preferences and made me feel like cared for as a patient.
When I tell my story, my friends are impressed by his dedication to my complex situation and willingness to find the root cause of the illness instead of simply treating the symptoms. Some have already asked for his contact information. I believe he is the best of traditional and holistic medicine combined.
Dr. Mitchell saved my life. I have Lyme and I was not able to do anything. I’m slowly getting my life back and I am very thankful for Dr. Mitchell and his wonderful staff. They are very supportive and take Lyme disease seriously.
