Went for my annual visit to my cardiologist. Parking there can be aggravating since there a minimal…read moreparking for handicap individuals. Went to front desk and checked in with receptionist who offered assistance if needed. My visit went well with assistants getting my vitals within minutes

As the wife of cancer patient, I witnessed firsthand his experiences and treatment…read more He was always dealt with the utmost respect and kindness by all.

We were very fortunate that when a crisis occurred, the patient was in the Yale OR. Otherwise, he…read moremight well have not survived. The surgeons, doctors, and most of the nurses were top-notch. Nurses Naomi in the CTICU and Dai and Karla on SP 5-3 deserve a special shout-out for professional, compassionate and competent care. The real problem with YNHH is that it's a 45-hours-per-week hospital. It's practically a nursing home, except Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Even then, it can take forever for procedures to be scheduled and to take place. Many departments close up shop for the weekend, and the ONLY goal for the remaining staff seems to be handing everyone, still alive, back to the active practitioners on Monday morning. In preparation for a discharge on Friday morning, a bedside attempt was made to place a PICC-line. When that failed, placement in radiology was needed, but they were unable to schedule that until the following Tuesday. FOUR extra days in the hospital, because of the weekend, and because of not enough personnel/resources to get him into IR in a timely fashion. A frustrating, and expensive delay! Enduring 4 needless inpatient days, with the noise, discomfort, unappetizing/ cold food, and increased risk of infection was unacceptable. There are reminders posted everywhere to SHHH (Silent Hospitals Help Healing), but the loudness in the hallways was intolerable. There is beeping from cardiac monitors 24/7. The CNAs, in particular, think nothing of sitting around the hallways, ignoring call bells, and loudly calling to or chatting with each other, while student nurses do their jobs for them. If the unit even has a manager, he or she was entirely invisible, and the CNAs clearly have no fear of being seen lounging or complaining. Someone's idea of management is obviously "let's put up signs," rather than actually monitoring what's happening on the unit.

Their billing! I was…read morescheduled for an outpatient procedure at the end of January. They had to have their copay up front. The day of the procedure, the doctor said it was not necessary. They had, however, done an ultrasound to determine this. Two weeks later I called to see where my refund was. I was told it could take 45 days for insurance - given that they did do the ultrasound portion, I did not mention that had the original doctor made the same determination from the original ultrasound, I wouldn't have been there. 45 days later, I call. Yup, I do have a credit balance that would go back to my credit card. A week later, I still don't have it. They had to have my money up front - now they have had my money for 2.5 months. Not acceptable.

I October I have a significant event requiring emergency treatment at Bridgeport hospital. The…read moreconclusion of that event was that I needed surgery to repair a ventral hernia arising from scar tissue from numerous prior abdominal surgeries. While the level of urgency did not require emergency surgery the situation was potentially life threatening so surgery, much more extensive than first anticipated, was scheduled for November at Yale's St Raphael Center. Dr Duffy was the lead surgeon. I cannot speak high enough about the outstanding treatment I received from Dr Duffy and his team. They were professional, gracious with their time and fully discussed all aspects of the surgery and my recovery. Additionally, the care team at the St Raphael Center were equally outstanding and professional. I spent 4 days there post-op and it could not have been handled any better. Consequently, I would recommend Dr Duffy, his team and the staff of the St Raphael Center without question.

please save yourself and never ever go here. i had the most…read morepainful surgery you can get. Spinal fusion for scoliosis-complex spinal reconstruction etc. i was screaming in agony spamming the call button and nobody came multiple times. my dad tried to have a talk with the nurses about being on top of my pain medication, but in came a new nurse next time rolling her eyes at the fact i was experiencing some of the worst pain a human can experience. they took out my catheter before i could walk to the bathroom on my own, and as i was stumbling there i pissed myself, and they didnt clean the floor NOR ME the whole time i was there- which i was not in the state to do by any means. i threw up in a bucket and a nurse left it on the floor overnight until i pointed it out to another nurse. i left the hospital with bumps on my skin from those conditions. i should have listened to my surgeon when he recommended midstate over yale. i dont care if my insurance didnt cover it completely, id rather pay thousands than experience that. i can only ever hope that a nurse who looks at you like a bothersome houseplant when you are screaming and writhing in the worst pain imaginable will never see another patient again. but that was almost every nurse i had during my stay. please please please save yourself this trauma ive gone through

I can't say enough great things about Stamford Hospital and the incredible team that took care of…read moreme during one of the toughest times in my life. After being involved in a pedestrian motor vehicle accident, I was left with a serious injury to my left leg, and the road to recovery felt overwhelming. From day one, the nurses and doctors at Stamford Hospital treated me with not only professionalism, but genuine compassion and care. They constantly checked in on me, made sure I was comfortable, and always took the time to explain everything so I felt confident and supported through the entire process. What really stood out was how much they truly cared--not just about my physical recovery, but about me as a person. That kind of support makes all the difference when you're going through something so difficult. Thanks to their dedication, and the continued care I received during rehab at VanMunching Rehab Center, I'm now in a much better place and continuing to improve every day. I'm beyond grateful for everyone who played a part in my recovery. Thank you for helping me get my life back.

This review is for Dr Pratima Goyal and dealing with Stamford Health…read more Dr. Pratima Goyal As another reviewer said "Very unwelcoming" I found her very combative, I felt like she was looking for a reason for her not to be my doctor. I found her to be poor listener and created problems where there wasn't any. The weirdest and worst Dr appointment I ever had. "Response from the owner 25 minutes ago We're sorry to hear this. Because we take reviews seriously, we want to hear more about your experience. Please feel free to either message us privately with more information or call Patient Relations at 203.276.2590." I already contacted your office and it was embarrassing how you handled my complaint. I dealt with Kathleen Silard, President & CEO of Stamford Health and my complaint was not takin seriously. Your complaint system is biased Received the second appeal and it was the same as the first, Stamford health complaint department is unfit to deal with problems with a Dr. Stamford Health says " Because we take reviews seriously, we want to hear more about your experience" In my experience do not waste your time..

This place is crazy. I was in because I fell of my bicycle and I just wanted a note for work The…read moredoctor who was seeing me decided that I needed to go to the hospital next thing I know I tell him no I don't want to go to the hospital and I tried to get up and leave this man grabbed me by my coat and pushed and picked me up back into the room and started swearing in my face then he closed the door on me and started swearing some more at his coworkers I called my ride to come get me immediately because this guy was unstable all because I didn't want to go to the hospital I have no idea what this guy is name is he's a skinny white bald man I've seen him before but I've never seen him act like this and I suggest anybody who goes to this place bring a weapon because this man has no problem putting his hands on other people I could see if I was throwing things I could see if I was yelling I could see if I was acting crazy but the only thing I said was no I don't want to go to the hospital I'll just leave and this man grabbed me by my coat neck coat line literally pushed and picked me up and pushed me back into the room so for anybody who goes there Good luck again he's a 40 40-year-old white male he has a shaved bald head I do not know his name but good luck

This place is a money pit. I had an EKG done at my doctors office billed $97 and paid out of pocket…read more$38. I was asked to repeat it at the walk-in. All I needed was an EKG and results sent to my doctors office for comparison. The walk-in charged me $336 and my out of pocket was $238. Never again will I go to or suggest to anyone to use this place.

I started out by going to a walk-in in milford at 6:00 pm wed night. They sent me to Bridgeport…read moreEmergency Room thinking I may have a blockage and if I did they had the surgery options I would need at that location. I arrived at the emegency room at 7:45pm and was admitted by one nice nurse who looked like she had had a rough day. No smiles, no small talk just check in and get vitals. Then I was shuffled into a room where two people went over my information. Then I was sent to waiting room, then sometime in the 8 o'clock hour I was called in given an IV for dehydration. Was put into a hallway where my husband and I sat until I got called to go for catscan which was done by a nice girl Danielle. The hallways were filled with beds and chairs filled with patients not a seat to be had. The catscan took about two minutes it was easy and the staff was kind there. Then I was told to go back to the IV set up this was all about 10pm. A little nurse came into the hallway yelling about The chairs we were sitting in to everyone. She then sent my husband into the main waiting room and me to a holding room. Where other patients had their spouses or loved ones. Some were even eating pizza and snacks as I was waiting to see results of the test I just took.Another Patient (Blind man) Started yelling and Staff ignored him until he got so upset he wanted to get attention. My husband came back into the room after he saw that other people were walkinginto the room. I texted him I was getting anxious because of the situation. One Patients mother asked when her daughter was going to be seen and the nurse was curt and said a 5 hour wait. it was now 11:45 and my husband asked how many people in front of me and while I was higher on the list it was still going to be a 3-5 hour wait. I was like wow, I can't do this I want to go home. The person who told us that the wait was going to be that long was like oh well, didn't go to any doctor and ask what's the deal she just removed my IV and said go. So I did. No discharge papers or any information ... my husband and I are in the parking lot and someone comes running out after me to see I have no needles in my arms. INSANITY! Who is running the ER? Thursday morning I call the hospital wanting my results I get sent from one station to the next and then I ended up at the discharge nurse where I wasn't even discharged on Thursday Am. So got a voicemail to leave a message.@9am Fast forward 10am I was brought back to ER because my husband insisted they had my test results and that is where I should go. I walk in and had to register and vital check and repeat procedure. Mary the nurse was there and she was the only true professional I had dealt with so far in my experience. I was then told my problem given an IV and some pain medication. Mary took the time to talk to me got a doctor to speak to me and it went like it should of the night before. The women who took out my IV the night before was still there on her shift and came over to metaled to me as if I was a child saying it was not her fault for sending me home the night before. She wasn't very truthful, I am a 62 year old woman who was dressed okay and wasn't bleeding.So send me home, I didn't know if I had a blocked intestine no results and no offer to get them. It was a different experience both days. No clear Protocol other than check in procedures. There has to be a more humane way to deal with people who are hurting and in pain. Bridgeport hospital has a few superstars but the people standing around talking about only having 6 patients all shift and how cute their dog is, and letting people leave when they could have done the right thing and just ask the doctor on duty for results. IT LEADS ME TO BELIVE YOU KEEP PATIENTS LONGER FOR MONITERY GAIN. Not for the health and well being of the human you are caring for, very sad and unacceptable.

I want to make a comment. Gentleman said he brought an elderly patient to hospital. Patient was…read morenot treated appropriately. He said patient was cooperative. Had issue with hearing. Very poor communication between some of the nurses and patient. Nurses should be trained in psychology and elder care. If they're lucky, some day they might be elderly. Patients are often frightened and fragile. The patient always comes first.. You treat patient with dignity and respect. You listen, which is a lost art. Obviously, the person is in the hospital for a reason. Nursing is an art. Some are gifted and kind. Some are not. The human touch heals.

i have never had such a positive, fast, clean and personable healthcare experience as this. dr…read more fong is a mensch

This is my first review of an emergency department- but I wanted to give this place 5 stars. I came…read morehere in the early hours of the morning with severe back pain and nausea. I was expecting to sit in the waiting room and not get much attention since I didn't arrive by ambulance, but they quickly got me to a bed (and not one in hallway). My pain was pretty severe so they had to give me three different pain killers. But they listened each time and after the third I one I felt significantly better. I was in and out in about 4 hours, so pretty quick and efficient for a NYC ER!

As the wife of a patient and someone who has worked in the medical field for 30 years, I am deeply…read moredisappointed and disturbed by what I witnessed during our recent visit to the Emergency Department at St. Vincent's Hospital. My husband was severely ill, actively vomiting, dehydrated, losing weight rapidly, and clearly in distress. We spent over 8 hours in the waiting room and a total of 13 hours in the ED with very little communication, compassion, or meaningful resolution. What was most upsetting was not just the wait time, but the lack of empathy and attentiveness from staff throughout the experience. At one point, I overheard a nurse openly and loudly sharing negative opinions about patients within earshot of others. It was incredibly unprofessional and disheartening, especially in an environment where people are scared, vulnerable, and seeking help. What stood out the most was that several people in the waiting room showed more concern for my husband's condition than many of the medical professionals caring for him. Complete strangers checked on him, offered kind words, and showed more humanity than what we experienced from parts of the staff. The lack of communication among staff, the apparent neglect, and the absence of urgency for someone clearly struggling was alarming. I understand emergency departments are busy and healthcare workers are under pressure, but basic compassion, communication, and dignity should never be optional in patient care. I rarely leave reviews, but after spending decades in healthcare myself, I felt compelled to speak up. Patients deserve to feel heard, cared for, and treated like human beings, especially during medical emergencies.

From the moment we walked in the door to the front desk attendant to the outpatient day surgery…read moreintake lady things went from good to great to exceeding my expectations. I'm sorry I forgot the name of the first medical assistant who helped me with disinfection (wipes to disinfect). She explained what was needed, in what order, offered to help etc while being professional and sincerely friendly. Kyle (Pre-Op I think) introduced himself and kept me smiling and laughing while explaining what was going to happen in what order, and MOST importantly nailing my IV on the first try. Apparently I often have challenging veins and it took three tries for bloodwork a few days earlier so boy did I appreciate him. I feel there were two other wonderful ladies who were involved but I can't recall titles or names . My post anesthesia care unit team were Mat/Rosa/and Amelia. Dr. Bowling was my anesthesiologist - who explained exactly what to expect, in what order it would happen and everyone I interacted with made sure I and hubby understood everything and didn't have any questions. I can't recall who exactly did the nerve blocks name, but I had never had one and she and Kyle told me about it. Dr. Ramji is always professional, friendly and informative taking all the time needed to insure i understand all procedures and yesterday was no different. He met with my husband after surgery to let him know how i was. I wish all Drs were this way. On a scale of 1-10, he and my team yesterday are a 10+. Honestly both myself and my husband were so pleasantly surprised at the extraordinary care we had to write a review.

My 83 year old mother had cataract surgery last January and was rushed out of the hospital within…read morean hour of the conclusion of the surgery. She was in no condition to leave but they wanted her out. I argued with them that she was in no condition to leave and all they would say is go get your car and pull it up to the door so we can get your mother inside it. They didn't care about her at all, they wanted her out of the hospital.

I have been a patient at this medical group for over 20 years and this past month has been the…read moreworst care I have experienced. The two doctors I see are great, however, can't deal with the front desk generals. The one lady, Gladys is very nice, however, the other two snips need to be replaced. They need to do something about the way patients are given appointments and following through with the need of the patients. I needed a prescription for a mammogram due to pain. Called twice no response, put two messages on my portal, no response. I had to physically go to the office and waited 2 hrs to get a prescription. Today, I needed a revised script for a biopsy, the imaging department called the office, got a snippy answer but no prescription. Again. Had to go to office. This is disgusting. This is not the first time but it continues to happen. When are these issue going to be addressed.

The best doctor in the world. Always knows what to do. I…read morehave been to Dr. Kim so many times. Dr. Kim always knows what is wrong and what to do, quickly! Thank you Dr. Kim. Lynda Kilgore, Fairfield.

Worst doctors experience ever. They made me wait an hour to even fill out patient paperwork…read morenevermind actually being called. I had to leave due to such a horrible experience. The staff is absolutely horrible. Front desk has no clue what is going on. The doctor seems like she's 100 years old with no idea whats going on in her office anymore. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME HERE.