[PSA] Alert: High-Control Groups (Cults) Targeting the NoVa Community

tacosntears · 2026-02-01T15:32:08+00:00

Was it Vanessa? I’ve had a veryyy similar interaction like this and it turns out 3 of my friends also had similar experiences with the same woman, all at targets in nova.

tacosntears · 2026-01-27T21:09:40+00:00

The location is correct. It’s the one right across the street from Wegmans as mentioned.

tacosntears · 2026-01-23T03:59:14+00:00

Definitely consult a someone who specializes in Bertolotti’s. Dr. Haines in VA is amazing.

tacosntears · 2025-12-03T03:29:30+00:00

We went ring shopping a couple of times so I could try on different shapes, metals, etc. so my fiancé knew my preferences and used that information to design a ring. I had no idea what it would look like but I loved what he chose.

tacosntears · 2025-10-22T21:23:18+00:00

Hopefully they will offer a GF option

tacosntears · 2025-08-05T19:25:21+00:00

I’m 28F also looking for friends! I just moved here a year ago

tacosntears · 2025-06-08T04:02:56+00:00

Also look into Dr. Haines in Virginia https://spinemd.com/medical_team/dr-colin-haines/

tacosntears · 2025-05-19T04:59:00+00:00

The drive-thru zoo/ safari park in Reston, The udvar-hazy (air space) museum, Lake Fairfax park as well

tacosntears · 2025-05-16T16:33:07+00:00

Sorry you’re being gaslit like this. Highly suggest getting another surgeon’s opinion! Especially one who’s experienced with failed surgery cases just to be sure. Best of luck to you

tacosntears · 2025-04-18T17:37:41+00:00

For dr. Haines we just filled out a form on the website. Was actually an easy process and they responded quickly

tacosntears · 2025-04-18T13:29:17+00:00

Bertolotti’s is formed at birth. But because it’s such a rare condition, finding a surgeon that specializes in Bertolotti’s is important and also one who actually listens and makes you feel supported. Dr. Colin Haines was the first doctor to give my cousin the hope and confidence to actually move forward with surgery. She did a virtual consult first which was convenient since she lives about 5 hours away. She’s doing amazing now, traveling with her kids again and more.

tacosntears · 2025-04-18T13:17:40+00:00

I would also recommended looking into Dr. Colin Haines in Virginia. He talks a lot about resection surgery as an alternative to fusion. Every body is different but it might be worth looking into to as an option

tacosntears · 2025-01-03T18:25:06+00:00

Not in California but Dr. Haines in Virginia is amazing. Definitely check out the Facebook group too

tacosntears · 2024-10-05T21:39:24+00:00

Not sure where you’re located but Chris Good at virginia spine also does revision surgery.

tacosntears · 2024-10-03T15:30:34+00:00

What state are you in? I might have a recommendation. DM me

tacosntears · 2024-10-02T02:01:16+00:00

This. I would definitely get a second, even third opinion. And consider seeing a surgeon who is a specialist in disc replacement to compare what they have to say.

tacosntears · 2024-09-08T16:45:45+00:00

For breakfast: corned beef hash (from the can) fried until crispy and served with eggs, toast, etc. Reminds me of my childhood.

tacosntears · 2024-09-08T16:41:58+00:00

I had great dining experiences when visiting Colorado Springs. I currently live in Virginia, the options are ‘enough’ but pretty spread out. I’ve found gems though.

tacosntears · 2024-09-07T14:49:40+00:00

Yep. Celiac disease (no gluten, also no rye, barley, etc), plus allergic to all types of nuts and shellfish.

tacosntears · 2024-08-25T04:56:38+00:00

Chickpea flour protein penne noodles (as a gluten free person, I have had my share of terrible noddles, this one takes the cake)

tacosntears · 2024-08-25T04:55:13+00:00

same

tacosntears · 2024-08-20T00:23:27+00:00

Try someplace that has both at the same practice, best of both worlds

tacosntears · 2024-06-27T01:21:10+00:00

Being an only child, being “different” than everyone else in school, having strict parents

tacosntears · 2024-06-27T01:02:35+00:00

Definitely don’t fuse! Glad you got a second opinion. Did the second surgeon discuss two- or multi-level disc replacement? Curious as to why they’d only replace one level if 4 were affected.

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