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Lipoma Removal - Should Have Done it Sooner
Shawn1's Review of: Dr. Alan Engler, MD

Rating: 10.00 (out of 10)
Review Date: October 9, 2014, 6:03 pm


DOCTOR INFORMATION
Doctor Name:   Dr. Alan Engler, MD (My Profile)
City:
New York
State:   New York (NY)
Country:   United States
PATIENT INFORMATION
Reviewer:   Shawn1 (Contact Me)
View My Before/After Photo Album(s):   None available
Did you get any procedure(s) done by this doctor?   Yes
Date of your procedure(s):   August 10, 2014
Procedure(s) I had done:   None
MY PERSONAL REVIEW
 

 

 Dr. Engler immediately made me feel comfortable.

I'd put off dealing with the lipoma in my right shoulder for almost ten years, but it had grown to the size of a tennis ball (they always get worse!) and I finally had to do something about it. I shopped a few other doctors, and even had a consultation with one, but was shocked by how expensive the procedure was. That's when I found Dr. Engler, and I couldn't be happier with my experience.

Every interaction - from the consultation and exam, to the procedure, then finally the post-op check-up - was top-notch. He discussed my lipoma candidly and offered me information on all the options available. I opted for a local anesthetic and removal, and it went off without a hitch. He kept me calm during the procedure (I feint when I get blood drawn) and I'm thrilled with the results.

What I didn't expect was the level of post-op care. He prescribed meds to help me recover, and managed the drainage of the wound by coming in on a day off so I'd be more comfortable on the weekend! I felt more cared for during the two weeks after the surgery than before if that's even possible. It was a real relief.

It's been two months now since my operation and I feel fantastic. The scarring is tiny (two pinpricks on the top and bottom of the area) and I forget sometimes that I ever had anything there.

I wish I hadn't waited so long to get my lipoma removed. It's easy, safe, and Dr. Engler gave me a more than fair price. I won't hesitate to come to him with any future surgical needs.

Dr. Engler is the clear choice for lipoma removal in New York City.
  
MY RATINGS IN DETAIL

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1 = Worst/Extremely dissatisfied
5 = Neutral
10 = Best/Extremely satisfied

My Results:
How happy are you with your results?
Did your results meet or exceed your expectations?
   (10)
Medical Skills, Techniques & Knowledge:
Does your doctor have strong and up-to-date medical skills?
Does your doctor have good knowledge of techniques?
Were you well informed by the doctor?
   (10)
Accessibility:
Was doctor accessible and helpful during pre-op and post-op?
Is there good after business hours support?
Can doctor be reached by telephone?
Can doctor be reached by email?
   (10)
Personality:
Did the doctor make you feel comfortable?
Did the doctor take time to listen to your needs?
Did you feel rushed when trying to talk?
Was the doctor friendly and approachable?
Did the doctor show care and concern for you?
Does the doctor love being a doctor?
   (10)
Office & Support Staff, Nurses:
Was the office staff professional and well-mannered?
Was staff accessible and helpful during pre-op and post-op?
Was the office staff sensitive to your condition and needs?
Were your telephone/email messages given to the doctor?
   (10)
Appointments, Waiting Time:
Was it easy to book an appointment?
Was doctor reasonably punctual with appointments?
How was the office waiting time?
   (10)
Price:
Do you feel the price of your procedure(s) was reasonable?
Does the doctor give financing options?
   (10)
Office & Surgical Facility:
Are the office and/or surgical facilities professional, clean, and well maintained?
Is the medical equipment up-to-date?
Is the office comfortable and the décor aesthetically pleasing?
Were you offered anything to drink?
   (10)
Recommending This Doctor:
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