I am sorry to hear about your bad experience. I was referred to the CC Pain clinic also several years ago, but chose not to go. Several things just did not seem right to me. The Dr that referred me.....said that everytime they say "pain" substitute "dizzy" in its place.......as I do not have pain but extreme disorienting dizziness. Knowing that my dizziness and passing out is hereditary....and also diagnosed as having low blood volume...I didn't see how that would be much help. I was told I would live in a dorm style room and go to the clinic each day. Being 5 hours from my home and family I would be alone for the 3 weeks. At the time, my dizziness and syncope was so bad I couldn't have walked across the CC campus alone......let alone crossed the street in the busy traffic. I also had a 9 month old child who they expected me to leave for 3 weeks. I was made to feel very guilty for not obeying the Dr's orders, but I just didn't see how I could do it. I also had my doubts that my insurance would pay for a pain clinic to treat dizziness. I would like to hear if anyone has had a positive experience in this program for POTS.