Kirk Puttlitz, M.D.

Excellent doctor

Doctor Puttlitz listens to my needs

The doc was good but i didn't receive enough anesthesia and started flailing my arm halfway during the procedure. Not so good to happen to you when you have a 6 inch needle hanging out of your neck.

Dr Puttlitz never fails to relieve My lower back ,down the leg pain 🙂

He is very in

STRAIGHT FORWARD NO BS GOOD LISTENER

Always friendly and helpful!! Always answers my question and tells me what to expect during and after the procedure!

Great doctor Great office

He knows me and my medica history when he walks into the room. He is kind and thoughtful.

Excellent and very professional service and very knowledgeable and helpful information!!

Listens and responds.

Doctor Puttlitz is also fast and thorough , he’s able to examine me virtually and just lets me know when it’s best to come in office he’s friendly and professional and I would definitely recommend him to others .

Dr. Puttlitz always listens to your problems with compassion. He makes you feel better after talking with him due to the fact that he comes up with a plan of action. I always feel much better after discussing my problems with his positive outlook.

The Best!

very excellent Doctor

I like my doctor he is very nice doctor

I feel Dr. Puttlitz has a real interest in my health.

He's one of the nicest doctors I've had professional explains everything he's quick and I feel very comfortable with him

Great!

Very personal great bedside manners

I trust him. He is the best!!

Dr. Puttlitz and his staff at the CORE have been very professional and patient oriented. They have been doing my procedures for over a year and I highly recommend them.

Dr. Puttlitz and staff are always professional and on time. Thanks for getting me healthy and active again.

The best Dr. been going to him for over two years , he knows his stuff!!!! ❤️ and Luca is wonderful .. both make me feel very comfortable

Everything was very quick, the doctor talked to me all the way through it. Very nice doctor, very nice and very nice staff.

Best Doctor I have ever visited

Dr. Puttlitz is kind and thoughtful. He cares about how much pain I'm in and how to help me. I am so happy to have found him.

Very kind and easy to talk to.

Such a kind understanding dr.

Wonderful

Very attentive thorough and compassionate.

I’m

He is very professional he explains what's wrong how it can be fixed he's kind considerate sensitive to my needs I've never had a problem with him I think he's a great fantastic doctor.

The Best

Doctor Puttlitz listened to my concerns and is always helpful.

Great Doctor

Completely unprepared, didn’t read any of the notes prior to entering the meeting didn’t refer to the notes from my doctor prior, and had the attitude of a first year MEd student. He seem to have a hard time, listening, and following what I was telling him even though I had explained to him I have been through EACH ONE of the procedures BEFORE! He was trying to describe to me in a way you would a child. I AM 60 years old, and I DONT stand for ANY PERSON TELLING ME WHAT IM GOING TO DO. I’m sure you would agree that this is NOY HOW YOU WANT YOUR (POTENTIAL) PATIENTS TO FEEL! His obvious shock when I did not respond, favorably when he told me to sit down and stay here when I was attempting to leave, I’m not a dog, and he is by no means any type of God. I don’t even think he’s a decent bedside manner doctor. Based on today’s experience, there’s no need to EVER RECOMMEND to my friends but they will know. FOR SURE! Dr.Puttz is more accurate.

Very good visit with him. He listens to you, and is very understanding.

He’s always so nice and professional. He play the procedure and sets my mind at ease. I trust him a lot. One of the nicest doctors ever.

Good bed manners

Been going to DR Puttlitz for 5 years. I like that he listens to you and provides you with the best help to keep you healthy.

He'awesome!

This guy knows his craft. Shakes your hand. Who does that anymore? I dig it. I've always been a hand shake guy. He listens to the details of the answers you give to his questions. That is key importance. Very engaging in conversation. And allowed ample time for my answers. Great experience Doc!

Hands down if you’re looking for something to listen and care for your needs he’s the one. I can not say enough about his kindness and understanding thank you Dr. for everything you have done.

Always been a very good and friendly Doctor for me. helps me out with all I need and then some. Highly recommend

Liked his attitude on pain. Do whatever to end it. Easy to talk to. Hopefully I’ll see the end of my pain soon!

Best Care Ever

Excellent job

Seemed disinterested, did not respond to things I said. Total focus was computer and scheduling me for injections and PT

The whole situation was handled very professionly. Checking in, the waiting time was minimal, and the nurse was very thorough. Once I was in the room to get a shot in my hip, Dr. Puttlitz was polite, friendly, and professional. He talked the whole time telling me what he was doing at all times. I felt no pain during the process although I thought the procedure was going to be extremely painful. Dr. Puttlitz asked me to talk to the person on my right side. I think to distrack me from seeing the needle. It was a wonderful experience. 6Dr. Puttlitz was fantastic, including the staff that I came into contact with, I would highly recommend him and the staff. I was amazed by the outstanding service.

Great with patients -insures that all questions answered

Very friendly and helpful. Felt very comfortable with his explanation of his analysis of my problem

Very caring and thorough in diagnosing the problem and needs to address it.

He has been my doctor for over 8yrs and he is amazing. He is very diligent in helping me with pain management he definitely is the one to go to. Thank you

Amazing dr

He is very thoughtful and very caring. He always ask if there is anything else he can help you with. Always greet you with a smile and takes time to listen to your problems.

Dr. Puttlitz is very caring and explains himself thoroughly. Have been getting RFA for 2 years for migraines and back pain. He is one of the best. Thank you Dr. Puttlitz for making my migraines go away

Very nice doctor.He listens to your needs.

Dr. Puttlitz has helped me for almost a year now after I was involved in a traffic accident. I can’t explain how much he has helped me. Thank you very much

Great Doctor

This Doc knows his craft. And comes with a handfull of associates. A team of very knowledgeable, caring and extremely helpful folks. I highly recommend.

Very personable, friendly, spoke to me in non-medical terms that I could understand. Explained his planned treatment. Looking forward to followup treatment with him.

Always great to visit, makes you feel comfortable!

Dr. puttlitz is the Best!

He listen to what I say

Dr. Puttlitz is a Fantastic Doctor I'd Highly Recommend him to anyone suffering with Pain

Excellent doctor

Dr Puttlitz is a professional doctor and makes sure you are comfortable in your every need. I highly recommend him

He help me to get read of headache. Thank you Dr Puttlitz.

So kind & professional.

He’s the best along with his wonder staff ❤️

I like that he is genuine and he is concerned about your health.

I’ve been treated by Dr. Puttlitz for over two years with great success. He’s also referred to an excellent sports medicine specialist for treatment of my knees. I recommend Dr. Puttlitz!

Awesome doctor

Dr Putlitz always takes good care of me. His assistant always gets me in quick and my issues are always taken care of in the best way possible.

He is a great doctor very professional n respectful , he explained everything about any issues that you have n his execution is excellent

Professional, courteous. Thank You for being there to help with pain issues on my journey.

He came out, made me feel comfortable about the procedure. Let me know every step that was gonna be taken.

Best visit I've had.

A+

very prompt, lisyened to everything I said, was very nice and polite

Excellent advice and very informative and professional service

He is the best pain dr I’ve ever had! He truly cares about his patients in my opinion. Very kind and friendly person

Excellent care from him

Dr Puttlitz explained everything thoroughly and provided me with options about ways to proceed with my care allowing me to make the best decisions for my care.

He is a very thorough doctor. He’s polite and he also takes his time to listen to me.

Very nice personable

Dr. Puttlitz is a wonderful physician. He is very carrying, listening to all my concerns and his entire staff is friendly.

Timely appointment and took time to present options.

I had a very poor experience with your pain management, doctor.. He was very unprofessional and not knowledgeable of my condition, which was very simple to diagnose. I was embarrassed for the Core Institute to have this man represent them.. I don't know how you pick and choose your physicians but he was disrespectful and I would never return or recommend him.

No patient empathy

He was very helpful

A compatent and friendly doctor.

Caring, informative and knowledgeable excellent Doctor. I feel fortunate to have Him as my physician.

Miracle worker

Dr. PUTTLITZ keeps me in top shape. He is patient and get and give info that I understand. Thank you Dr Puttlitz

Always a pleasure to see Dr. P- he is kind, patient, and always takes the time to answer his patient’s questions and care about how they are feeling

Great job

Great, doing awesome job

He ask questions and listen to wht I have to say

He is great.and he listens to what you have to say. Evelyn Setter

He isn't open to learning about medicine outside of his training. I would like for him to at least look into things outside of the knowledge he already has.

Staffing knowledgeable, friendly, Skillful.

Dr P is always personable and really wants to eliminate your pain.

I absolutely love Dr. Puttlitz!! He’s sincere, seems to listen, empathetic, and I’m so glad I have him to manage my pain! Which he does VERY well.

Dr Putlitźz is amazing at helping to locate and understand my pain He is also very caring and compassionate. Thank you so.much, Dr Puttlitz!

He is excellent.

Very thorough visit and great.service!

Nobodies Perfect!

Dr Puttlets has been my Dr for many years. I tell everyone about how he has helped me

Hit the spot

Dr. Puttlitz has taken care or my migraines. I don't have them anymore Dr. Puttlitz has done RFA on on my neck and stopped the headaches. Thank you and your team Lorna Reed

He's excellent he knows his work 👏

Dr Puttlitz is an amazing Doctor. He listens to his patients and then uses learned skills to diagnose the issues.

Great doctor very kind and helpful

I have been seeing Dr Puttlitz for many years. He is the only pain specialist I would ever go to. He listens, will refer you to the right specialist if needed.

Dr Putlitz is the best. I have been going to him for pain management for several years for my back and SI joint. Always cheerful, personable and so very helpful!

Extraordinary skilled diagnostician and practitioner. Compassionate, good listener, wonderful interpersonal skills. Won't go anywhere else.

Fantastic Doctor. Listens and explains the procedures very well. Excellent experience

I was shocked that The procedure was 95% pain free. His skill level is amazing from start to finish. I highly recommend him. And he's personable to boot.

Very nice Dr. Listened and even took time to explain different kinds of Medication. The Core is by far has the best Dr. Who truly care about the people. Thank you Dr. Puttliitz for listening and understanding.

Genuine caring about your health

he explained the procedure. I have a lot of confidence in him.

professional and takes time to talk with you

A great doctor

Excellent

Always friendly and very helpful, Take the time to listen to my problems.

Excellent doctor!! Always takes time to listen and answer questions.

Great Doctor to work with. Caring and attentive.

Very professional and easy to talk to excellent experience on my first visit great staff koodos to them all.

Finally had a Dr. show me, and tell me what's going on with neck, and provided a plan.

It was a great experience and love how knowledgeable he is on so many levels. We feel blessed to have found him!

I am a 20 Year Retired Navy Chief Petty Officer and was a Independent Duty Hospital Corpsman. The Care I have received at the Core Institute and DR Kirk Puttlitz has been Beyond Reproach for 10 Years!! I Recommend the Core to All Active Duty and Retirees at Luke Air Force Base.

Rude demeanor. Felt threatened and very upset. Was asked questions that did not pertain to reason of visit. Was not explained why the questioning. Was made to feel ashamed and belittled and was very stearnly when upset to watch the language when none of it was towards the doctor. Went for a surgery referral and was made to feel like a hopeless dirty drug addict when not the case. Was strictly accused of family drug abuse when none was given. Should not be allowed to work in any facility that deals with humans. was asked if I have had any history of being sexually abused. If I had OCD and schizophrenia. No reason for that line of personal and humiliating questioning when I'm there for hip surgery that I have been needing for over 20+ years. Was talked down to like a child and treated like a narcotic addict just looking for a quick fix. Never in my 40+years as a patient or as a working nurse have I seen such a blatant disregard for another human being. Puttlitz manners were disgusting .

Cares about patients

Highly skilled diagnostician, practitioner. Compassionate - always listens, recommendations are conservative and wise.

He has always shown great concern about one's feelings and pain level. I will recommend him to any of my friends who are having back problems.

Very little pain

Excellent service and very professional

Just wonderful. Truly concerned and will try to solve any pain problrm

Not friendly. Very stern most of the time.

Dr. Puttlitz is a very caring doctor. It's so nice to have a doctor that takes the time to get to the pain issues and takes care of the pain. He really cares about his patients.

Dr. Puttlitz is the best!

Always caring and informative

He's great. Good listener.

Professional and proficient.

great person and knows what he is doing

I'm really happy with the personal attention that Kirk has with me he is great

Listens… takes time to explain… works me in for a procedure if and when necessary…

My doctor is a good doctor Thank you 👨‍⚕️

Always thoroughly engaged

He's very professional he explains everything he has a good attitude and a wonderful bedside manner I really really like this doctor I don't think you can get any better

Excellent Dr

Dr Puttlitz takes time to get to know what his patients need and offers solutions that work. He listens to his patients.

He’s such a blessing

Great health provider. Explains every detail of service to be provided. Recommend for any orthopedic problems.

Very informative for the EMG....thank you

Excellent Doctor in office visits and pain management procedures. Makes a Radio-frequency ablasion procedure seem like lounging at home watching a ball game. Definitely recommend!

My appointment with Dr. Puttlitz was very thorough and I left with a positive feeling after he discussed the treatment plan with me. I would definitely recommend Dr. Puttlitz to anyone that is in pain. He's very easy to talk to, which helps when you try to let someone know where your pain is.

did not rush, took the time to talk with me.

Very professional.

Dr Puttlitz is always professional, kind and efficient as is his staff.

Good demeanor and listening to what I had to say. I appreciate him having knowledge about my presenting condition.

Very thorough, and great caring Dr. I was very happy, and will return, and recommend him to everyone!

Listens and helps me with my pain

Awesome Doctor as always.

Professional, caring and friendly and understanding.

I call him the no pail Doctor, he knows what he is doing.

been seeing Dr. Puttliz for several years. Like him very much.......obviously he is a fine doctor.

Seem extremely aloof. Didn’t seem to care one bit. Not sure he is the right fit that’s for sure. Not honest either. That’s annoying!

Just a great caring doctor. Very very knowledgeable!

He's really nice and has helped me a lot. He always explains things before we begin

I couldn't ask for a better Doctor then Dr. Kirk Puttlitz, He is Kind and very understanding.

He was great, he listened and was empathetic.

Very professsional

Excellent Doctor.You're in good hands with Doctor Puttlitz. Long time patient;he's always on top of things.

Dr. Puttlitz listens to your concerns and will do everything he can do find the cause and give you you the help. I highly recommend him and The Core Institute

Excellent Doctor and caregiver. Hope this recent procedure takes care of my lower back problem. Have been under his care for a few years. Every procedure goes Great.

I’ve seen Dr. Puttlitz since 2006. He’s friendly, polite, and always there to help with my back pain. He’s the best!!

He is always thorough, kind and thoughtful.

Very very good with his patients.. Excellent bed side manors, talks to you through the whole procedure... highly recommend

I've been a patient for almost 2 years and have a good relationship with Dr. Putliz. He is doing a great job!!

Really great with making you feel comfortable. He's the first doctor that took me serious and actually put a plan in place to help me. Would definitely recommend him to any one who needs help with pain management

I have been going to Dr Puttlets for many many years and he always listens and takes care of my pain.

Always “Excellent” for the past 16-years. Dr. Puttlitz has not only helped both me and my wife, but other family members and people we have referred to him.

Dr. Puttlitz has treated me for years for both lower back and neck pain. He alternates between epidurals and ablations to get the maximum pain relief. If something doesn’t work, we discuss options, and agree on a course of treatment. He truly is the best!

Dr. Puttlitz is vary caring and takes his time explaining and answering any questions I have. Also the ablation injections I have been getting in my neck has stopped my migraines. Thank you so much Lorna

I have never waited more than 2-3 minutes for my scheduled appointment. He always answers all my questions and then some. Dr P is very well mannered and respectful. I feel like he has my best interest when it’s my appointment time. He makes you feel like you matter. I have been with him for years and do not plan on going any where else.

excellent doctor

I’m grateful I was referred to him. He’s kind, explains things, and doesn’t want to hurt you. Highly recommend!!

Dr. Puttlitz is always great!

he was pleasant and seemed to me he will help me with sciatica

He was wonderful

Great

Excellent bed side manner. Put me at ease.

Dr Puttlitz explained in detail the procedure that I was having done. Always asks if I have questions and I'm always treated like I have value. Highly recommend.

We'll see

He made this test an EMG so comfortable for me. Very friendly and his explanation was very informative. I recommend Dr.Puttlitz to anyone for this test.

Dr Puttlitz ,Has took get care in managing My Back Pain, changed My life for the better Thank You

Nice Doctor

Thank you for seeing me and helping me with my pain

Very nice person. Seems caring

Dr. Puttlitz is an excellent pain management doctor. He’s able to pinpoint where my pain is and treats it. Sometimes pain can come from different areas than you think. He’s been my doctor for over 10 years. - Sharon

Always confident that he will give me the proper treatment.

Very informative and helpful

He listen to what I was telling him with my pain. And helped me out by referring to others Doctor's and help me with pain.

Very kind and efficient

I always feel well taken care of. He is amazing

Listens to my concerns, evaluates and sets referrals in a timely manner. Thank you

very nice person and got rid of my Sciatica. highly recommend to every one.great doctor.

clear info given

Good doctor I like the service

Very warm, friendly, offers hope. Great listener, all around nice guy

He is very interested in my problems and has helped me a lot.

Thanks for giving me your professional opinion and help with my condition. Its always nice coming in to see you & the staff.

Easy to talk to. Makes me feel cool mfortable about my procedure.

Great bedside manner

He is great and explained me about my mri results

He is friendly, listens when I talk, does not rush me, answers questions. Dr. Puttlitz has helped me manage my pain and explains treatments in ways that I can understand. He is The Best!

To the point

Made me feel very at ease. He was Very caring, very professional, making sure I knew all the steps he was making during my procedure!! Thank you Dr. Puttlitz and may God keeps blessing you! His team also very attentive!! Job well done!

He listened and addressed my problems in a way I could understand. So glad I came here

I was very impressed & comfortable as he advised what to expect & he assured I was ok.

Great doctor. He gets very in depth about your health and any issues concerning your body.

i apricate his patience and understanding

Great doctor who cares about your pain and treatments for it

I liked him. He seemed like he understood what I'm going through, pain wise and life wise. I brought my "daily habit tracker" to show him that I truly do try to live my best life. Physically, mentally, and spiritually. I understand I'm not going to be completely pain free. I've been dealing with this for 11 years. Believe me, I understand it's a combination of different things that are going to help me. The biggest thing is my attitude and outlook.

I just like the guy. He’s easy going friendly and concerned your doing ok

He was nice, but I would have liked a bit more of an exam and he did not want to see me for a month unless I want a shot and I am in quite a bit of pain.

He's an excellent doctor and he cares.

Friendly, quick, painless and efficient

Very professional

Always friendly and professional

Dr. Puttlitz is an awesome Dr. He has a great demeanor with his patients. He has done 2 spinal injections and they have worked fantastic!

Has patience. Does not hurry you.

Great doctor. Makes you feel welcome at every visit. Explains every option available for your pain and recovery. Seen a few times by him for back pain, not because of his service, but because of me getting up there in age, 68.

Dr was personable very caring professional he’s my doctor now I wouldn’t see anyone else

He is a very concerned Doctor and makes sure I will receive excellent care in the future.

I am free of pain thanks to Kirk Puttlitz. I cannot put a price on that. It's priceless.

I have been a patient of Dr. Puttlitz for a few years. He has a great bedside manner and attentive to patient needs. He listens and address all concerns.

Excellent Doctor. Listens to your concerns and symptoms, and knows the best ways to treat them; he really cares.

I really like Dr. Puttlitz he is very concerned regarding your aches and pain!

Professional

I am a 100% Disabled Navy 20 Year Veteran. The Care I have Received over 8 Years at the Core Institute by DR Kirk Puttlitz has been OUTSTANDING in ALL FACETS!

Polite, caring, efficient talks to you not at you.

My quality of life has improved a lot since I've been seeing Dr puttlitz..he is very attentive and always upbeat...I've been seeing him for several years..if your not getting good help with your current doctor come see the team at the core ..they are all nice there👍

Dr. Puttlitz is professional, courteous, and genuinely cares about me. He is a great doctor.

The staff & Dr Puttlitz were very, very kind & all went well!

Dr. Puttlitz is the most professional doctor I've ever seen. He has helped me with my chronic back pain immensely and I am really grateful,

Dr Puttlitz has taken excellent care of me for some time. He is very professional and knowledgeable which provides me with a high degree of confidence in the care I receive from him. Because of his care for me I’m living a very comfortable and enjoyable life. I’m am extremely grateful and appreciative of the life he has made possible for me. And he’s got a great sense of humor which always makes feel at ease!

Always looks to give the best care. Cares about ways to help you. I have been with Dr. Puttlitz since 2007 and I have been because he is genuine about his concern for your health.

He is always so friendly and caring

Very quick and relativy painless hip injection!!!

I've been going to him for a little over a year he is fantastic very caring and very thorough he's one of the best doctors I've ever had at a pain center

He’s wonderful.. answers all my questions.. takes time to explain

Dr Puttlitz made a rather unpleasant test as good as it could be

Caring doctor who has patients best interest in mind when working with you.

I've been receiving excellent care from Dr. Puttlitz for years. He's preformed multiple procedures and each has been effective.

knows his stuff and can explain it well

Really good guy, listens to issues and wants to help and uses logic to come to conclusions.

Always pleasant and he listens.

You sent me down to Banner Imaging today. There was one person ahead of me, no one in the waiting room, the tech comes out rude to be honest saying I don't know why they just send people down here without asking. Thanks Dr Puttlitz. They said if wated it done Stat it should've been written. I came upstairs and informed your staff of the incident. She suddenly found an appointment for me tomorrow at 330.

listens to patients, always on time

SUPER DOCTOR

Dr. Puttlitz has been my doctor since 2019 and I see him 3 times a year for treatment. I find him to be fine doctor, knowledgeable, interested and friendly.

I received an injection on my left ankle no anesthesia it was very painful. Dr. Puttlitz and his team were very kind and helpful. Thank you for your help.

He has always been very professional.

Dr. Puttlitz takes a multifaceted approach to pain management - through physical therapy, medications, injections, and joint replacements. He’s professional and caring.

Dr Puttlitz is very kind and caring! I like him very much!

Very compassionate care.

Very professional, efficient, and kind. CORE FOR ALL MY ACHES AND PAINS AND THEN SOME!!💞

Has patience

Great experience, Dr Puttlitz has a way to keep me informed during the procedure. Great personality.

Seemed very knowledgeable on my condition.

Need pain management

really listened, discussed various approaches

Easy communication.Gets to business

Always listens to you. I believe he truly cares for his patients.

Just met the guy that's all I know seems to be a good knowledgeable guy

Kept me informed every step of my procedure. No surprises, I was very comfortable throughout.

Very professional

very good at what he does and cares about his patients

Not this visit but the last one he asked me to show him where to stick the needles instead of consulting my Mri like he was supposed to. I found that to be very unprofessional. Needless to say, I didn’t get enough medicine on one side because I probably didn’t tell him to shoot that side.

Dr. Puttlitz takes the the time to listen to what is going on with me each time he sees me. He remembers my history and asks if I want try something new or repeat a past procedure. He makes life bearable!

Excellent

Very professional and very informative on the procedure been done and advising on possible side effects. Felt a lot of confidence in him doing the procedure.

I like Dr Puttlitz. He explains what the procedure is and after effects will be.

very professional, respectful and friendly n he does impossible things to get cure for his patients

Great Doctor he dose his job with my chronic pain ??Thanks Dr Puttlitz??

The best clear communication.

Dr. Puttlitz is very kind and caring. He listens and explains my options so we can make a plan for my care.

Answered my questions.

I have been receiving epidural injections from Dr. Putlitz for 3 years with excellent results. He is always friendly, professional and caring.

very very good doctor, he is the best doctor i ve been to.

He's always been very thorough and attentive!

Very thorough and made sure I understood everything he told me.

I feel he has a true interest in helping his patients as much as possible. He listens and I never feel rushed. I have had excellent care with Dr. Puttlitz and the options he has suggested.

DR. PUTTLITZ WAS VERY KIND AND PROFESSONAL TO ME. I AM IN GOOD HANDS WITH HIM IN REGARD TO MY PROBLEM

He explains in detail what and where the shots will be administrated. He is a pleasant doctor to work with.

Listens, helps.

Professional.

Dr Puttlitz listens, takes his time with you and I feel he truly cares for his patients.

I, and many others like me, are so fortunate to be treated by such an amazingly skilled Doctor and human being. I have always trusted Dr. Puttlitz with my care and appreciate so much that he has made possible to have the quality of life that I do. Thank You Dr Puttlitz!!

Dr. P is friendly, helpful, professional, and keeps his appt times tight. The entire staff is great and a pleasure to deal with. Great job folks, much appreciated!

Efficient quick and informing

Professional, personable, trustworthy, pays attention to your issues

Dr. Puttlitz excellent in every way. He always goes the extra mile to take care of his patients.

Extremely professional and very helpful with putting a plan in place to avoid surgery.

He spends time and listen to the patients comments about their health and how things are going at visit.

He is gentle and compassionate. Wish more doctors were like him!!!

He is absolutely EXCELLENT. He treated me as if I were his ONLY patient. He is willing to work with me to set up a continuous schedule of appointments for my back.

Always helpful

answered all my needs very well

Always very pleasant and professional. Takes time to explain procedures and complications if any. Always an excellent experience.

Puttlitz is a very understanding doctor

Dr. Puttlitz is great - he'll listen to your concerns and address them.

The Dr. was pleasant. He was all business. Not too personal.

Kind and considerate of his patients

Dr. Puttlitz is one of the most professional doctors I have ever had. He treat’s me well and seems to truly care about my back issue. Thank you Dr. Puttlitz.

Extraordinary diagnostic skills, choice of treatment strategies, interpersonal skills. He listens! Always a very positive experience.

Great bedside manner, with a humble heart. Today he was even concerned about my health and housing situation. Who does that anymore, in the health professions. Thanks , patient Dwayne Nelson 2/5/1962

Dr.Puttlitz is a wonderful gentle Dr. And he is a good very careing man. I also want to say that the staff is so helpful and go out of their way to help me with anything I need help with

Dr. Puttlitz was great like he always is!!!!

Friendly caring and get you out fast

He was good at telling me what he was going to do at every stage before he did it and what to expect.

I give Dr. Puttlitz 5 stars. I’m so grateful to be his patient.

HE IS GENUINELY INTERESTED IN MAKING YOU FEEL BETTER, GOOD AT TRYING TO GET THE BEST HELP FOR YOU,YOUR PROBLEMS.

Dr. Puttlitz is the best pain Doctor in the Phoenix area.

Explained throughly what he was doing. Made me comfortable.

Dr Puttlitz is awesome! He listens to you and what your going through pain wise and then finds a solution together with you. I highly recommend him!

Awesome Doctor he is the best I like him very. He take good care of

always professional and very knowledgeable

Knowledgeable, courteous, and sincere. It’s always a pleasure to have Dr. Puttlitz help me with my back pain. I am always confident in his ability.

Dr. Puttlitz takes the time to thoroughly explain everything that is occurring in understandable terms.

Took time to really listen to my medical situation. Very attentive and wasn’t in a hurry to push me out of the office.

The best pain specialist ever. Very thorough, and cares for my well being. Highly recommended.

So friendly! And helpful.

Very informative, friendly.

Made me comfortable with the procedure with his explanation of the injection.

Very professional and clarified the procedure and expectations.

I felt we were not on the same page

Very personable and walked me through every step. Zero pain and in and out in a flash.

Always willing to listen.

I really liked Dr Puttlitz. He listened to me and gave me options on what treatments can be done to improve my life and medical conditions. Highly recommend.

Works all options to provide help

Very respectful & compassionate to my needs & concerns!!

He had refused to help me with my bulging disc, I had verbally told him that the treatment being asked for wouldnt affect breastmilk, but until I provided written proof that the treatment I was asking for wouldn't affect my breastmilk it still took him weeks to be willing to do any kind of treatment. I've been dealing with a bulged disc since Nov 23rd of 2021. Saw him Dec 9th of 2021, he's barely now willing to do treatment. He's also a doctor, he could have figured out what treatment would best help me, and instead he left it to me to provide information.

He is great 👍

I felt Dr. Puttlitz really listened and cared about what I was saying. Very pleased with my visit.

Dr. Puttlitz, is a very nice doctor, he’s patient and caring, never seems anxious, takes his time with you.

Straight forward to the point! No long wait. What more can you ask for

Great docter

Very caring doctor

Always listens, and works with patient.

Pleasant, competent, and friendly.

He’s always so easy to talk to and thorough.

He was very professional, and spoke with clarity. The procedure was quick and well executed.

I have nothing but praise for Dr. Puttlitz Friendly and apparently very competent I have had him do 3 procedures on me and all went very well. I would recommend him to anyone.

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Dr. Puttlitz has been my Dr. for a few years and I am so thankful because his an amazing Dr. Thank you so much Dr. Puttlitz.

Dr Puttlitz is caring and wants to take the pain away

Great caring doctor who spends time with you and discusses options for treatment..

Direct, nono sense very helpful

Great treatment and answered my concerns.

Always caring and hepful!

Completely satisfied. Everyone works so efficiently

The most professional knowledgeable doctor I am affiliated with. He made us feel as if I/ we were his most important concern! I can’t say the same for your Dr. John Thompson.

Dr. Puttlitz listens to me, then explains and shows me (using models) what the best treatment would be. He then asks for any questions I may have.

Great Listener. A gentleman and an awesome physician.

Good with patients. Thorough

Great listener and knowledge

Dr. PUTTLITZis by far one of the best doctors I have ever had

always super

Was great and kept me informed at all times.

Knowledgeable, personable care!

Dr. Puttlitz is very through, caring and an excellent doctor. I trust his judgment

Explains the procedure asks if you have any questions and takes care of business. Very professional and efficient.

Dr Puttlitz is extremely professional, always takes care of my many issues with a smile on his face. He is pleasant, understanding and great at listening listener. I highly recommend him to other people that are experiencing pain issues.

Dr. Puttlitz has bee taking care of my issuess for a number of years and I am obviously pleased with him. Like him very much

Attentive and professional.

Great Doctor

I felt he carefully listened to my sciatica problem and made great suggestions including working with the CORE physical therapy group.

Could have done a urine test before appt. Milking Medicare

Very nice person

Awesome doctor

Great listener, thinker, communicator. Office ran smoothly. Very comfy experience.

Doctor puttlitz is a very caring doctor and he listens to for your problems to help develop the solutions.

I am a Retired Navy Chief Petty Officer Surface Warfare and completed my 20 Year Career as a Surface Force Independent Duty Hospital Corpsman. The Care I have received over the past 8 Years by DR Kirk Puttlitz has been BEYOND REPROACH! Meticulous Attention to Detail with the care I have received has been Outstanding in All Facets. I have spoken to all Military Retired or on Active Duty at Luke Air Force Base and have voiced without Exception the Excellent Standard of Care I have received with Multiple Surgeries and Procedures! BZ ALL STAFF AT THE CORE INSTITUTE!

Dr. Puttlitz listens very carefully to what you are explaining to him. He doesn’t make you feel rushed. He explains things very clearly.

Very polite.

Amazing doctor makes you feel comfortable during procedure and is gentle with you.

Dr. Puttlitz is always great. He is the reason I stay at The Core. If it were for him, I’d go to Barrows or another pain management place, as the office personnel need to be retrained in empathy skills and how to actually do their job and listen.

Dr knew that my husband was in lot of pain and he accept the discharge .. Bc was upset bc the pain .... I don’t think was a professional attitude ... he just let my husband go home without pain medicine.

Could spend a little more time listening but always takes care of me

Always gets to the root of the problem. Doesn't waste time or money I don't have.

Always the best. Keeps you informed through the whole procedure.

Very cordial and explained procedure completely.

He’s great he tells every thing he is doing and always asked me how I’m doing,if I’m ok .He cares that’s why I go to him

Very knowledgeable

Doctor puttlitz is a Excellent Doctor

Easy to talk to, listens and answers all my questions. Very nice docter

He is very courteous and professional.

Dr. Putlitz is friendly and efficient. I have received many epidurals from him and results are a miracle for me.

He was kind, gentle, engaging. Made a point to make sure you were comfortable

Very courteous in asking my medical condition.

DOESNT TALK MUCH , NEEDS TO BE A LITTLE FRIENDLIER.SHOULD SHOW HIS KNOWLEDGE A LITTLE MORE.

Good guy, a little in a hurry...

Dr. Puttlitz is professional, has a great bedside manner, and an excellent doctor. When he has performed the nerve ablation’s on me I have always felt better afterwards.

more doctors should be like him in caring for their patients

Dr. Puttlitz has been a lifesaver for me. I was very fortunate to have him as my Doctor.

Very good doctor I am very happy good bedside manner

Dr Puttlitz is a very intelligent and compassionate provider. He listens to you and works to find a way for you to eliminate pain or be comfortable.

Always get great service and am lucky to be his patient!!

Been going to Kirk for a while now and always does a phenomenal job!

Very professional

He’s the best! Hip injection this morning, 100% the rest of the day, no pain! I recommend him to everyone that has ortho issues of the back, hips, joints and so on. ( And he’s really a nice guy too,) ??????

Dr Puttlitz is an excellent physician. Kind, compassionate and very competent in his field of medicine. I’ve been a client for going on 18 months and we’ve had to adjust course a few times throughout the months. I’m thankful he’s the one leading the way, yet I feel like we’re in this journey together.

excellent

Easy to talk to, let’s me know what’s going on with my back.

He was very good. I had injections in my back. I was very nervous going in from a bad prior experience at a different facility. He explained everything he was doing and it was not bad at all.

Very professional and helpful

Helpful, calm, and caring dr

Dr was completely unaware or dismissive of my entire medical history, pain and suffering, and injuries that had gotten me to the point where I was referred to him. Ordered minimal X-rays and mri’s and medication that does not address at least half of my pain/injuries.

Excellent dr.

Dr Puttlitz always listens and answers your questions.

Good doctor is very helpful

Listens and helps me best plan of action to deal with my issues. Also want to give kudos for his scheduling assistant, Manny. Extremely helpful and follows through quickly with any problems.

Attentive, kind, knowledgeable, amazing, efficient!

He’s always checking with me to see how things (my pain level) are when we start the appointment. Always in top of things.

Dr Puttlitz is a phenominal Doctor. He exhibits a high level of confidence that means a great deal to me. He is professional, personable and has a great sense of humor. I think so much of him that I have followed him from another practice to CORE.

Great Doctor, very personable. I don't think I could have found anyone better!

Great doc, feel so comfortable and confident in him.

Greta doctor who explained everything in full.

I feel like my patient/ Dr visit gets moved along a bit too quickly and the Dr has no time to really hear what the patient is experiencing and needs.

Dr. Puttlitz truly listens and is the first to help me with the pain. I'm forever grateful for his help.

He did good

Extraordinary diagnostic and surgical skills; meaningful interpersonal doctor-patient interactions; compassionate listener; treatment plans are always the safest and best for me. Ten years of positive outcomes says it all.

Poor bedside manner

Takes job seriously

He is addressing my chronic pain and working towards getting me off the pain meds.

Dr. Puttlitz is an exceptional practitioner and his service is outstanding each and every time I meet with him during office visits or medical procedures.

Dr Puttlitz has been a great Dr in my care for many years. He has always tend to my pain with shots and meds.

eased anxiety of procedure. Staff very pleasant.

He ok but wats going on with my medicine

I have had issues with my back and leg pain. My goal was to avoid surgery if possible. Dr. Puttlitz was focused on determining the cause of my pain. We have made tremendous progress in alleviating my pain. I recommend him without reservation.

Dr. Puttlitz is always great!!

to much in a rush.

I find his medical competence excellent. However his bedside manner could improve, he has good days but they are the exception. He remembers you yet doesn’t, there are times I feel as if he doesn’t understand my needs, learning, physical, psychological, emotionally. As a whole person.

Very personable, knowledgeable and professional.

Have been a patient for many years he is always professional and listens to what is hurting me.

Great doctor listens to you and understanding

Takes his time with you and explains everything

He came out to meet with me first. Explained what he was going to do. Very good and professional doctor. Hope I don't have to see him again but would very highly recommend.

He always thinks ahead, I feel like he wants to make me feel better and will do all he can to relieve my pain.

I was impressed that not only did he come meet me, he was kind, explained every step he was doing and checked in me after. THANK YOU!!

Dr. Puttlitz always listens to me and shares options that might assist me. If I don’t want to try something he will suggest something else. He has assisted me with both lower back and neck pain for years. He’s the best!

Very knowledgeable and courteous

I like puttlitz he's a good doctor Excellent

Very thorough, and friendly.

Dr. Puttlitz is the best doc I've ever had. He really knows what he's doing and he explains everything at a level I can understand. Plus he listens well and addresses all my concerns.

Dr. was prompt & professional.

Listens closely to what the patient says and then explains his evaluation . Does not rush one and gives options

Dr. Puttlitz always listens to me and answers my questions in ways that I can understand. He follows through and does what he says he will do. He is a pain relief doctor and he has succeeded in reducing/eliminating my pain. Kudos to Dr. Puttlitz, He Is The BEST.

an excellent and caring dr

I went in hoping for some relief from pain. Instead I got x-ray and urine sample. He said I should come back in two weeks and he would give me Oxy for pain if my urine test came back O.K. I am 74 years old suffering from a fall in my home June 19th and now I can't get into see him for three weeks as he is booked. Frustrated to say the least.

Thorough and nice. Covered all the pain areas and needs

He has made my life less painful and for that i am eternally thankful!

I have been to Dr. Puttlitz 3 times and he is very nice, professional and answers all your questions. I would recommend Dr. Puttlitz.

Great doctor.

good listener and makes a plan

The worst provider I have ever met with in my life!!! Treated me like a sewer rat quite honestly. Did not ask questions, did not make eye contact. The technician who checked me in was incredibly rude as well. I will not be returning. Horrible experience!

Calm and helpful

Dr. Puttlitz is caring and kind. He takes the time to truly listen prior to making suggestions for treatment.

Dr Kirk is a good Doctor!

He is a great Dr. Very personable

Great doctor

Dr. Putlitz and the others made me feel at ease, though I was fairly nervous about the procedure.

The doc was good & explained the whole procedure!

Dr. Puttlitz is doing an excellent job treating and managing my pain. He explains procedures in detail and I feel very comfortable with the treatment plan.

Best Doctor I’ve seen in the Valley. Spent time listening, writing notes and examining my pain areas. Laid out a plan combining imaging and potentially injections based upon review of images.

explained procedure step by step and made sure I was as comfortable as possible.

It's always a pleasure to see Dr Puttlitz very courteous and Quick to analyze the situation Thank u Dr. Puttlitz

Very nice, seemed very knowledgeable

very thorough and knowledgable.

Very nice Doctor

I like how he had a game plan for treatment and made sure I knew my options.

Excellent doctor and very understanding person. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a pain doctor.

Easy to work with, very pleasant man His staff is not the best, need some training

I love Dr Puttlitz! He listens, takes his time, the injections are quick easy and most of all effective!!!!

Very thorough. Took time to go over my meds and adjusted as needed.

Dr. Puttlitz is always very considerate and really listens to the patient

listens

Very nice and walked me through everything made sure I was ok though the whole Procedure

He doesn’t listen thoroughly and rushed through everything before I had a chance to fill out paperwork. I did not want opioids but also said that my insurance doesn’t cover drugs that could address things.

dr puttlitz has been my doctor for arond 10 years hes is a execellent doctor that is well knowledged in many ways he is very detailed in every was hhhhhhhhhhhe listens to all my concerns about my health he treats me with the upmost respest Defintely a Excellent doctor i wold Defintely Recommend to anyone in need of a doctor in his Experties ****

He’s been very helpful and I do appreciate him

Very nice and efficient.

Dr. Puttlitz is really good and understands how to treat pain.

My 6th visit over a perid of 3 years with Dr. Puttlitz.....like him and am always relieved from sacroiliac pain when I see him......

Always taking good care of his patients. Thanks again.

Exceptional Gentleman.

Dr Puttlitz is very knowledge and professional. He is caring and kind. Always happy to be able to help you. I would recommend him without hesitation.

Very professional and thorough

He answered all my questions but left me feeling like he had more important things to do. I felt like he rushed out of the room and I was just an after thought. I hope he proves to be worth all the referrals I had for him, and actually helps me feel better.

He takes his time and answers all of your question

Dr. Puttlitz is an excellent Doctor who helps me with the pain I experience in my spine through epidurals, nerve blocks, and radial ablations. Dr. Puttlitz has a professional and caring attitude with me and I am fortunate to have him as my doctor.

Responsive Professional and he cares!

He explains things in detail and easy to understand

Great and down to the point.

Dr. Puttlitz is excellent Dr. been with him for over 8yrs!!

Spends whatever time is necessary to explain procedures being done. Explains alternatives and options.

Gets to the pain issue. Helps to get better.

He was my doctor about 7 years ago. I am happy he is back in my life.

Just he makes me feel like I'm a druggie looking for pain meds, makes me feel so uncomfortable, and does not listen to how much pain I'm in, pluse does not explain things to me so I understand things

Is one of the best doctors I’ve ever been seen by.

I like his direct approach, found my pain, and we addressed it, made a plan. I am now off all my pain meds! And I feel great! Thank You!!

Great doctor

Hes been my specialist for years and he's just wonderful n very professional.

polite, professional

Congenital and competent.

I’ve been going to Dr. Police for many years and I would not go anywhere else. Always professional, friendly, and explains things where I can understand them. If you want an excellent doctor he’s your man.

I have been seeing Dr Puttlitz for over 11 years and he is an excellent Dr

Dr.P is an excellent doctor with a game plan. Look no further, you're in great hands if you have Dr.P as your Doctor.

He is a great doctor, he takes time to listen to me!.

excellent human being, treat his patients with respect, friendly and he implement his best professional knowledge to his patients

I fell comfortable discussing my pain issues with him.

He has been my pain management doctor since 2002. Even helped with my management of pain through MBC.