Both his office staff and Pridgen himself are rude beyond compare. Pridgen is a boorish, insulting, know-it-all who gives no consideration to patient opinion or questions. He has a one-size-fits all approach and does not care to receive input from anyone else. He is overbearing and overly self-confident. His office staff called me names, and he stood behind their insults, even adding his own for good measure. I do not recommend this doctor for either surgery or chronic pain issues. His skill, knowledge, and bedside manner leave a great deal to be desired.