
St. Joseph Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery • Bangor, ME
Ratings by platform
- US News (St. Joseph Hospital-Bangor): 3 out of 5 (General hospital patient experience score) (N/A)
- Vitals: Generally high individual ratings for specific neurosurgeons (14 reviews (Dr. Swartzbaugh))
- US News: 5 out of 5 (Dr. Lyerly) (109 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Physicians frequently praised for surgical expertise and positive clinical outcomes
- Strong appreciation for clear, thorough explanations of conditions and surgical procedures
- Many patients report high levels of trust and satisfaction with individual surgeons' professionalism
Common complaints
- Reports of long wait times for appointments and in-office visits
- Dissatisfaction regarding administrative processes such as referral refusals and communication efficacy
- Concerns about physician bedside manner and interpersonal communication skills in some cases
In patients' words
"Dr Swartzbaugh is the best Doctor I have ever gone to. She is thorough she listens to me. She’s great at getting back to her patients."
— Vitals review of Dr. Swartzbaugh"I was in severe pain, had weakness and numbness in my leg, and my neuro exam was abnormal. Based on my MRI, she told my PCP that surgery wasn’t indicated and no appointment was necessary. ... Very disappointed in the way in which this office functions."
— Vitals review of Dr. Swartzbaugh"The basic fundamentals of dr and patient communication is lost with this dude."
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