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I would give this doctor 1 star, but I'm giving 2 stars because his office staff was wonderful and I hate to take away from them. They were very friendly, helped me with my kids in the waiting room, and were quick to get my paperwork processed. He also correctly diagnosed my son, so I need to acknowledge that, even though it was a pretty basic case, based on what he said.
I made an appointment with Dr. Reisman, even though I wanted to see Dr. Jacobs originally, based on his 5 star Yelp reviews. Since Yelp isn't the end all be all (and I know plenty of people who are awesome with less than 5 stars) I decided I'd see Dr. Reisman instead because I needed to get my son in ASAP. Unfortunately, once I met him, it became clear why he was available in such short notice. Now, I understand that sometimes people have a rough day, so even though he was completely condescending and rude to me when we came in, I decided to let it go. He correctly diagnosed my son and for that I'm grateful; however, I left there thinking "I'm never paying my hard earned cash to see that person again," forgetting the fact I would need to speak to him in the near future about my son's test results.
I quickly got over the frustration of this appointment because obviously, not a big deal in the long run; however, when he called me 5 days later to tell me the results of my son's test, I was quickly transported to the moment I met him.
To make a short story long, he called my home phone first and not my cell that was also listed, which is totally fine. We never get real calls on our home phone line and (just for kicks since it's been a bit of a rough day) for the first time ever my husband decides to pick up the phone and say, "Dominos Pizza!" A time old prank tradition that dates back to when the telephone was invented, I'm sure. Instead of laughing about it and just moving on, he was his usual self!
The doctor said, "Really?"
My husband replied, "No it's not."
The doctor asked, "May I speak to Mrs. Roblee?"
My husband asked, "May I ask who is calling?"
He raised his voice saying, "A doctor!"
At this point my husband gingerly handed me the phone, realizing he had made a mistake of epic proportion and when I said hello, the person on the line angrily inquired, "Who was THAT?"
Remember, I still have no idea who this was so I wasn't sure who was even asking. I told him it was my husband. He said, "Well, I'm glad THAT is over...this is Dr. Reisman," in his seriously offended voice, and was obviously really annoyed. Oh yes! I know that voice!
Now, I can understand that if someone is having a bad day, this might not be a fun moment for them, especially after a long day of doctoring, even for the most lax person. I sincerely apologized and said how sorry I am and that we never get real calls on this phone. He raised his voice and said, "YOU LISTED THIS AS YOUR NUMBER." I was so taken aback at how angry he seemed, but not surprised since I saw how poor his bedside manner was at the last appointment. I simply said, "As I said, I apologize for the mistake." He then stated the rest of the information and I just let him speak until he was done. (In our appointment he would condescendingly say "let me finish" when I was about to ask him a question at a time in the conversation when it would seem a question should be allowed). I simply said thank you and goodbye.
I hesitated writing all of this out because I generally do NOT care enough about stuff like this. And who has time for this? Well I'm making time. I'm totally willing to let stuff slide because let's face it, we're all human; however, the interactions with him were so bad that I felt it necessary to share. There are too many kind and caring doctors to even give this guy a try. Also, to be honest, it feels good to get this down in writing. This has been such an unpleasant experience I felt it necessary to take the time to be detailed. When I pay for a service (cash, no less!) he is providing, I expect to get treated like an adult, not a child who needs reprimanding and reproach.
Anyway, if you see this guy, make sure to not EVER make a joke or expect a normal response. Do not even think about interjecting or asking a question when he isn't ready for it. Just go in, state the problem, don't speak before spoken to and for God's sake do NOT answer the phone "Dominos Pizza!" when he calls......actually you know what? Maybe do...
-Written by someone who literally gets along with most people. Just not this guy.
