Testimonials & Reviews
International Spine, Pain & Performance Center and Mountain Spine & Pain
Pain Management, Interventional Pain, & Sports Medicine located Washington, DC, Arlington, VA & Pulaski, VA
International Spine, Pain & Performance Center and Mountain Spine & Pain always appreciates feedback from our valued patients. To date, we’re thrilled to have collected 636 reviews with an average rating of 4.89 out of 5 stars. Please read what others are saying about International Spine, Pain & Performance Center and Mountain Spine & Pain below, and as always, we would love to collect your feedback.
Gita R.
Submitted 05/14/25
Dr Desai is the rare doctor with great expertise AND empathy. He listens, he’s thorough, he looks at your health more holistically than most, and does not rush you out in ten minutes. I was in great pain with limited mobility at my first visit, three years later I’m still active, flexible and usually pain free thanks to his care.
Alan S.
Submitted 05/01/25
He was extremely professional and informative. Made sure I had complete under on all aspects of my health and end goal.
Uma L.
Submitted 05/01/25
a very productive and pleasant visit. I will continue to consult Dr. Desai
Uma Lele
Stephen N.
Submitted 04/30/25
Efficient and thorough visit that provided the information I needed.
Raphael L.
Submitted 04/29/25
Dr Thakral is great to work with. He doesn't rush through your exam, listens to you as the patient, and explains why he is prescribing (or proscribing) a given course of action.
Nilufar A.
Submitted 04/28/25
Fantastic Doctor, never have felt seen or heard until now.
Marcela C.
Submitted 04/23/25
Dr. Desai is truly wonderful. From the very first appointment, he took the time to listen carefully and made me feel heard. After reviewing my imaging, he explained everything clearly and made sure I fully understood my options. I genuinely felt like a partner in my care. His team is efficient and kind, and the office runs like a well-oiled machine. I felt confident and well-cared for the next step.
Beverly B.
Submitted 04/15/25
Dr. Thakral is excellent. He listens carefully, diagnoses the problem and explains it well. He works collaboratively with you to resolve the issue. I felt heard and never rushed. Working with him is a positive experience.
Katherine Y.
Submitted 04/12/25
I have 3 compressed vertebrae after jolting horseback rides. The spine specialist at a well-known DC practice diagnosed, gave me meds and basically blew off my questions about exercise and other treatment options. Dr. Thakral was the opposite. He is kind, patient and took all the time I needed to discuss the diagnosis and treatment possibilities. He is just what a doctor should be and the sort you rarely find in this world of rushed 15-minute appointments. Thank you so much for giving me hope and choices.
Kevin S.
Submitted 04/12/25
Dr. Thakral was extremely kind and gentle. He explained my situation in language that I could understand and gave me sound and knowledgeable advice. The practice is friendly and professional and he is a skilled practitioner. I’d definitely recommend Dr. Thakral.
Phil G.
Submitted 04/11/25
Great ambience, great staff, great Doctor.
Genaro B.
Submitted 04/11/25
Excellent service, I will recommend you 100%, thank you for your patience with me.
Wesley S.
Submitted 04/08/25
Dr Kapteyn is very cordial, patient with questions and addresses my concerns.
John D.
Submitted 04/04/25
Concise, informative consultation presented clearly. Also, Dr Desai helped me sort through my decision-making about surgery.
Brenda G.
Submitted 04/03/25
My experience was good everything was explained to me what we are going to do . Next to see if it helps my back hopefully it does.But the Dr was great.
Frederick D.
Submitted 04/03/25
Address every concern I had and explain the next steps I must take to my satisfaction
Elaine K.
Submitted 04/02/25
He is professional, patient, listens and addresses your concerns. Provides helpful options on a way forward. AM truly grateful to have him on-board of my health and wellness platform.
Phyllis H.
Submitted 04/02/25
The Doctor was extremely kind and listened to me attentively.
Caroline G.
Submitted 03/21/25
Being a first patient the doctor and the entire staff made feel welcomed and comfortable. I was given a lot of information about my condition. The doctor understood my needs and explained step by step his plan to make me feel better. He gave me hope that it's going to be okay. The care was amazing.
James W.
Submitted 03/21/25
Thorough and professional