Amy R Sparks, MD.

I am so surprised by the low reviews. Dr Sparks Doctors office is fantastic. The staff and nurses are friendly and even my son looks forward to going with me. I have MS and having functional care has beyond helpful in keeping me strong and healthy. In addition there support and testing help you figure out why instead of here take this. I also follow a Paleo style of eating and having a doctor that respects that has made me love them more!

I have been a long-​time patient of Dr. Sparks and can honestly say that the best service I received was from the medical practitioners that were in her office (it’s nearly impossible to be seen by Sparks herself). These practitioners have since left her office. Her administration staff has always been a joke. They are rude and unfriendly. I recently called to make an appointment and was told that her office dropped me as a patient due to 2 canceled appointments due to unforeseen circumstances. Then I was told they were dropping me to make room for new patients. Never mind the fact that I’ve been a patient of Dr. Sparks for six years. I received no warning that this would happen. I can honestly say I’m a bit relieved because it’s obvious that her practice cares more about the amount of visits by their patients than the actual patients themselves. That is exactly the kind of care you need to avoid.

Don’t even bother to go there
The worst costumer service in town
Every stuff the think he have power to speak with u
Like a little shit.
Time is never issue there
U always been sees 2 hours after your time

Went back for my follow-​up for the «locking fingers» and the first apt. the more conservative treatment worked great for the left hand, but I had one finger on the right hand that was stubborn and still locking. Again Doctor Jeff Brown, was just awesome, went over the results, what we he can do for the right hand locked finger and gave me all the side effects, options, worst case scenario! He prepared me for pain, cortisone injection, but no pain, I went right to work, typed a lot that day on the computer, and even lifted weights at the gym. Finger seems healed and no bruising and no pain. Miracle really, all I have to say is should have gone sooner. The staff, especially Sally, got me in on a cancellation, and gave me a few option over the past week. She is awesome too! If you need to find a primary go to Sparks Family Medicine and I can say see Dr. Brown and Dr. Sparks:)

I’ve been going here for several months now, but I can assure you, never again. This place has some of the most unprofessional staff I’ve ever dealt with. I’ve called this office 5 times in the last week and a half to get a referral to a specialist. I not only get no response, or call back but when I called today, for last time, I was hung up on by Carol as she told me she’s «not dealing with this right now» and someone will call me tomorrow. Really? Who says that? Did I mention this was the 5^th time calling? If anyone should have an attitude, it should be me.

I had a great first experience, they were right on time with my appointment. The waiting room & back room was really nice & clean. The check out staff was very helpful & friendly!

Original review:
I read the bad reviews but decided to go anyway bc I met someone who said that they had great results.
They make you pay $ 150 per quarter so you can have extra time with the doctor. This is not paid by insurance.
Except for the very kind woman who drew my blood and Seth who does biofeedback, I find the staff to be very rude here. They lack compassion and they treat you disrespectfully.
I will be looking for another functional medicine practice.
Follow up to my review:
I have gone now another 2 times since I paid for my blood work and appointments with the doctor. I have to say that these last two times were quite different from the previous review. Dr. Brown and Jay the physicians assistant were truly fabulous. They showed concern and were very competent. As well as their assistants.
It seems that the quarterly $ 150 is well worth it as they will spend a lot of extra time with you and they give you a few free sessions of the extra services they offer in the office.
There are a few people on staff who could do a better job of being polite and showing compassion but on balance this is a solid place for functional medicine.

As you can see there are many other reviews that feel the same so it’s not a coincidence. We were referred to Sparks Family Medicine for their practice as they specialize in natural healing while also being able to practice traditionally. We made a 9:00am appointment for my husband and was told to make sure to arrive 15 minutes early for paperwork. Understanding that doctors are busy and my husband also has a busy schedule with meetings all day, he arrived early and had already had all the paperwork filled out at home prior to going. Like most doctors offices here in Las Vegas, same routine and then the wait started. There was no other patient in the waiting area and two more showed up after my husband arrived. He waiting almost TWO HOURS and NEVER saw the doctor. No one bothered to come in and explain or apologize for the delay. My husband sat and started moving meetings around while he waited and waited. In the end, my husband ended up leaving, telling the front desk that he was leaving after waiting hours and frustrated that there was not even an explanation or ever seeing the doctor. Their response was, «oh, okay.» Still no apology, NOTHING. Days went by and no one from the offices called to check on what happened, NO COMMUNICATION!!! After several days, I phoned the offices to inquire about getting our co-​pay refunded. Giving them money always comes first! We will now wait to see when billing will get back to us.
Things happen, that’s understandable, but to have those kinds of business ethics along with a total lack of communication is totally unacceptable. Unfortunately, they just don’t care.
Do yourself a favor and find someplace else.

In what universe does a Doctors office rush you in the same day because you are so sick, take blood and then not give you the results or return your multiple phone calls to the office, for 3 days, to get the results, and tell you that you are harassing them because you call them too much… the answer is Amy Sparks office.
I have never in my life gotten treated so poorly and unprofessionally while being extremely sick. I went into the office on a Wednesday and they refused to give me the results over the phone because their Doctor was too busy. Every time I called I received the same excuse that clearly each person has been told to tell people calling in… they will give the Doctor my message.
I have selected a different Doctor.
Read the reviews… this office is either understaffed or does not care about their patients. Either way they suck.

I have never met such an incompetent family practice. Avoid this place at all costs.
Let me first say that I am not disputing the medical knowledge of Dr. Sparks in any way. She seems to know what she is talking about and is well learned. But these are the only things good about this place.
My family met with Dr. Sparks once. We had to wait over 2 months for an appointment. After waiting that long, one would think they would get some individual attention. That’s a negative. Dr. Sparks did not take any interested in either my wife or I personally.
Even in the follow up visit, she did not respond to any of the personal bits of information and chit chat I had during our medical conversations. She stuck strictly to the facts and didn’t care about my personal medical history.
Recently, multiple people in my family have had serious illness that required attention by the Dr. We called our family practice dr, Dr. Sparks. She was unable to take time for us on any occasion. Instead, we had to meet with a new doctor hired by Dr. Sparks. Both times, we had to wait over 45 minutes to see the doctor.
This is completely unacceptable. We made freaking appointments. Showed up at least 10 minutes early. Then had to wait 45 minutes until we were able to see a doctor. There is no universe that this is acceptable.
This practice has so many operational issues, not to mention priority problems. We are finding a new practice and would advise anyone else considering Dr. Sparks to stay far away unless they want terrible customer service.

It was great when I saw Dr Amy Sparks for the 1^st time. Then I never saw her after because she is booked 6 – 8 months out so I always see the PA everytime. Imagine my surprise when I received a bill a year after that 1^st visit. the annual physical is supposed to be free according to my UMR contract then they wrongfully charged me $ 100+ after a year. The most I should’ve been charged is the $ 14 copay. Patients are supposed to have 6 months to dispute but they will settle their bill with UMR a year after??? what about the patients who cannot dispute??? I argued with them for weeks until they told me to just ignore it. Sparks family medicine is supposed to be part of the network according to our provider’s website. I even confirmed with the clinic before I came in and they said yes but they charge patients! Now I just got another bill for a copay that I already paid for this year. Are they taking advantage of patients who will just pay and not check what they’re entitled to??? that’s it, I’m switching doctors

Referred by a friend. Called to make an appointment. ALWAYS long wait times over the phone, all day. Came in here for routine check up and screening and flu shot and prescription. Only seen the nurse practitioner. Never saw the doctor. She told me she would get back to me with results either way. The visit was pleasant. This was Oct 21. Fast forward it is now Nov 25. I called a week ago because my prescription isn’t covered under my insurance pending doctor’s prior authorization. Made AT LEAST 5 calls regarding this (no exaggeration). All long call wait times, not always given a call back. I asked for my results out of curiosity only because I already have them on the phone. Only to find apparently the lab never gave them results. They left me a voicemail to call back by 5pm. I made a call back at 4:30 and he was on break, they told me to call back. 4:45 and I just get sent directly to voicemail. The following day 9:30am he is also busy and I am told to call back (all calls long wait times.) Finally it is 2pm and I get results that require a follow up?! Had I not requested the results I would never have known. One month later, at my request, after 2 days (after I request) waiting time, I get information that I need. UNACCEPTABLE. So I call the specialist they referred and my follow up appt is DEC EIGHTEEN! On top of that I call again today. It was necessary for them to give me a call back (of course.) Low and behold I am still waiting for prior authorization on a time sensitive prescription. I am really upset, frustrated, and do not feel well cared for.

This a fantastic place I have never felt better! Amber Lee helped with may allergies and asthma and now I can finally play with my dogs. I was afraid I would have to give her up. Thank you so much! Everyone is nice and they explain everything about what you’re going to get. And the you g lady who gave me my shots is the best just sad I didn’t get her name. I did not feel a thing! My follow up is Monday and for once I’m actually looking for to going to the doctors office. Thank you!

Dr. Amy is the BEST! Pay no attention to the negative review below.
Dr. Sparks is perhaps the most intuitive physician I have ever visited. My family and I have been patients of hers for several years. Her insight and expertise have helped me far beyond what I would have expected. Her ability to size up the situation and suggest proper treatment options is right on the money. My health has improved tremendously over the last five years and a HUGE part of that is due to my association with Dr. Sparks. If I could give her 10 stars, I would. !!!

Dr Amy Sparks is a first-​rate internist and a wonderful, compassionate person. I have great confidence in her.
I think the reviewer below (in Lansdale, PA) must be writing about a different doctor, since Dr Amy Sparks is in Las Vegas, NOT in PA. Also the description of office procedures doesn’t sound right.
Update 2013: Dr Sparks is still at the same location on W. Twain Ave, but her telephone number has changed: the new number is 702−722−2200. She has left Health Care Partners and is now Sparks Family Medicine.

I’m an existing patient. Granted, I haven’t been to the doctor in three years. I didn’t need to. I’ve had two kids in three years and during this period, my OB acted as my primary. In any case, I called to make an appt with Dr Sparks in order to get a check-​up and get some blood work done. I was told that I could make an appt (15 min slot) to meet and discuss what I would need but the next appt I could get would not be for six weeks. WTF! I don’t recall any of my visits taking more than 15 mins. So why would I schedule an appt to discuss things that need to be done when in that 15 mins, all those things can be done. Looks like I need a new doctor. One that thinks more of patient care instead of how to bill insurance for an extra visit that involves no care.
It’s a shame. She used to be a good doctor.

This doctor is the best as far as I’m concerned.
She did a routine physical and found a possibility of cancer. She sent me to another fine doctor who verified her findings, operated and I am free of cancer. I was previously to another doctor here in Las Vegas who found no indication of cancer.
She is personable, sympathetic and not hard to look at either. She also helped me get off the booze.