Robert Walters
January 29th, 2026
Never have I met a group of such caring individuals. I have been a patient for over a year here at Protea and I can say honestly my life is so much better for trusting the staff here at this facility with my health. I made the decision to change my life, my health, and prepare for the future I want for me. I was only able to make that happen with the help and guidance of Dr. Berzins. This man changed my life, made me feel heard, and worked WITH me to achieve all of my goals. Dr Berzins takes an approach to medicine I have literally never seen before where he takes the time to really connect with his patients. He educates on everything he knows, is honest when he doesn't have the perfect answer, but then directs his patients to people or programs that have the answers they seek. I have had a life of surgeries, hospitals, and doctors who have "cared" for me. That being said, Dr. Berzins is one of two doctors who I believe personally actually cared. I was almost 300lbs (6'5"), bad cholesterol, high blood pressure, had low testosterone, and was damn near diabetic. Not to mention my mental health was absolute garbage. Today I am a healthy 235lbs, and all the other issues are gone. Thank you Protea Medical, and THANK YOU Dr. Berzins.
Kari Parks
October 14th, 2025
From start to finish, my experience at Protea Life, Tempe far exceeded expectations. The clinic is a thoughtfully designed ecosystem for holistic wellness. Combining naturopathic medicine, regenerative care, and mindful movement under one roof. From the exceptional onboarding with Quina to the compassionate expertise of Dr. Gliniecki and Dr. Clark, every aspect of care reflected integrity, knowledge, and genuine attention to patient well-being. Protea Life truly represents where science and nature meet to support long-term health.
An Impeccable Wellness Experience at Protea Life, Tempe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The clinic embodies a true ecosystem for holistic wellness. Integrating naturopathic medicine, mindful movement, and advanced regenerative care in one intentionally designed space.
My onboarding process was seamless thanks to Quina, the patient service representative. She went above and beyond to align my appointments, acquired my medical history, and ensure that I felt fully prepared for my first visit. Her professionalism and genuine care made a wonderful first impression!
Upon arrival, I immediately felt welcomed. The lobby is inviting, clean, and thoughtfully designed. The lush green wall and living plants reflect the vibrancy and wellness values Protea promotes.
I established care with Dr. Michele Gliniecki, whose expertise and compassionate approach stood out immediately. Her training in nutrition, herbal medicine, acupuncture, and integrative therapies provides a truly personalized approach to root-cause healing. I appreciated how she took time to understand my health goals and craft an individualized plan to support long-term metabolic and hormonal balance.
I also pre-booked an IV treatment with Dr. Daniel Clark. Dr Clark specializes in regenerative medicine and pain management. His calm and knowledgeable manner made the entire process comfortable and restorative. Protea’s innovative IV treatments offer a convenient and effective way to replenish essential nutrients, hydrate the body, and enhance the immune system.
Another standout feature is Protea’s on-site Medicinary, offering convenient in-house pickup for trusted supplements and prescriptions. This thoughtful addition makes it simple to follow through with personalized care plans without any extra hassle.
While I was on site, I had the opportunity to tour the Protea Movement Studio. A sanctuary of holistic health nestled within Protea Life. As an integral part of the Protea Medical Center, it offers a unique blend of yoga, recovery, and movement classes designed to complement and enhance your overall wellness journey. Each class supports balance, flexibility, and strength while nurturing the mind-body connection central to Protea’s philosophy of whole-person care. The studio itself is beautifully designed, peaceful, and thoughtfully equipped. The instructors are knowledgeable and encouraging, creating an inclusive space where every participant feels supported in their growth and healing.
Overall, Protea Life represents the future of wellness care. A place where science, nature, and compassionate connection meet. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone seeking a truly comprehensive and caring approach to their health and well-being.
Gail Bergeron
January 11th, 2026
Dr Carlbloom is very thorough on going over each lab and why she is implementing each medication. All medications I needed were on site and I was able to start that day! I have been going to many specialists with multiple debilitating diagnosis, but no one checked my hormone levels. Basically zero!!! Unbelievable how medicine fails basic body needs .
Gary Whiteaker
February 28th, 2026
The only reason I give this place two stars is because of my natural path. She was very knowledgeable. The administrative staff on the other hand are lacking. I have been going to this place for approximately three years. The very first time they did get my orders in for my blood work in time. After that, I have spent literally hours at LabCorp, waiting for them to supply with the blood orders that they were supposed to give. The last time I spent an hour and a half and told them that I will no longer be referring anybody to their establishment or participating in their establishment anymore. Administrative staff blamed me for their incompetence more than once. If you don’t mind going back and forth with the administrative staff over and over to get what supplies that you were needed or what orders are to be given for blood work. Then this is the place for you. If you don’t have time for incompetence this is not the right place for you.
Joe Brown
October 29th, 2025
My experience with Protea was exceptional. Yesterday I had my initial consultation with my doc, and never have I felt like my doctor actually cared about addressing my concerns like I did in that appointment. All-told, the appointment lasted roughly an hour, with me having a 1:1 with my doctor for over 45 minutes of that time. We went line by line through test results, he explained not only where things are, but goals/milestones to expect in the next 3/6/12 months. I’m looking forward to my health journey with this fine establishment.
Update: today I went back to Protea, it’s been roughly 3 months since my initial consultation. My results speak for themselves. My testosterone is above 1100 (from around 300), my body fat is down, my muscle mass is up. All great marks. Again, my doc spent a long time going through all of my bloodwork results and was very thorough in explaining everything to me. Though there is much progress to be made, I am very happy with the direction things are going.
