This Doctor knows what to look for when you talk to him. What questions to ask…read more Then after that is done he uses common sense to suggest a right remedy. I trust him explicitly because he's earned that trust.

He is one of the Best Dr I have ever met, he cares about you, he helps you to make the right…read moredecision for the Best of your treatment, he talks to you like a friend and he makes sure that you understand everything, he is a great human been, one of the Best Dr, Im very thankful to have him taking care of my condition. Thank you

I only give four stars for sad that he retired, but it was so deserving. One of the last real…read moredoctors who did not succumb to joining corporate run practices such as Northwell(which btw way tried to recruit him, but he declined)and cared about his patients and had a great rapport with them. Wishing him and his family well for I believe he made Aliyah to Israel in Feb

My family has been with Dr. Mittleman for over 30 years. He treated us like family. I wish him the…read morebest in his well deserved retirement. We love you Dr. Mittleman xo

I like Dr. LaMarca, he has a good manner, and doesn't treat his patients with a detached business…read moremanner, so frequently seen amongst many doctors.

ENT Doctor office. My grandpa has never ever met the doctor…read morelisted in the office. He only gets to see the nurse practitioner. My grandpa comes to the office for wax removal which is good The complaint is w the unsanitary state of the waiting area. There is no air in the upper part of this sun room office. And during a visit. A woman was coughing incessantly in the office and not wearing a mask. She blew her nose and then proceeded to use the locked door that a patient has to physically touch and pull to open. I don't know how doctor's offices get away with not having handicap opening doors but they must find a better way to accommodate their patients. Some who are elderly. The office itself is in a poorly maintained building.

The staff and doctors are really kind and caring trying their best to give everyone their best…read more Both me and my husband have got treatments here. My husband has done a sinus procedure by doctor chan and it really helped him !

I would recommend anyone to come here. Dr. Wakefield is down to earth, very pleasant, and so kind…read more The rest of the staff was very sweet as well. I'm terrified of ENT visits because of ear issues I've had all my life. I'm very skiddish when it comes to anyone touching it or even looking in it. This was my first time at this office or seeing her, and it was my first time going to an ENT without my mom. (I swear I'm an adult.. but my mom is an adultier adult and I'm a baby about going to the ENT. Haha!) Dr. Wakefield recognized that I was tense and helped me try to stay calm throughout the visit. She was also much more gentle than other ENTs I have been to. I'm switching from my old doctor to continue seeing Dr. Wakefield. :) Great experience!

Who looks forward to going to the doctor? Not me. Well this time I Needed to go. I was using a q…read moretip like usual to clean my ear and the bad boy came out empty. The cotton and the wax were still in my ear. My hope was that it would just come out eventually on its own...2 weeks later and lots of ear pain helped me to realize that wasn't happening. I made an appointment with Dr. Tamekia Wakefield. The Astoria Location is perfect, right off the N train. I brought a book ready to sit and wait. No need for that as I was called back within minutes. Dr. Wakefield was kind, professional and efficient. I was out of there in 10 minutes with a cotton free, wax free, non hurting ear. If only every doctors visit could be that pleasant.

I knew I needed surgery to fix a deviated septum when I was in high school, but being a dumb…read moreteenager, I put it off until it got super bad. So of course, however many (10+) years later, I realize I really need to do this scary thing, and of course recovery is going to be just peachy because I'm older now. Thank goodness I found Dr. Shemen. Other reviews mentioned that he's no nonsense, which he is, but he is also extremely understanding, takes the time to explain everything to you, and is very kind. His open approach definitely helped me deal with my anxiety about having major surgery, and I never felt rushed or belittled during any of my appointments with him. He even has a good sense of humor! I also have to hand it to his staff, especially Jeff. I mentioned I was anxious about this? You have no idea - but Jeff does! Every time I called with a question or concern, no matter how silly, random, or urgent, Jeff got back to me in hours, sometimes literally minutes. If I called before or after business hours, Jeff or even Dr. Shemen himself would call me back to make sure I got the answers I needed to feel comfortable. We needed to reschedule my surgery twice due to unforeseen life stuff, and Jeff was so sweet and helpful in making sure everything happened as it should and to minimize any negative impact. It meant a lot to me that I was treated as a person and not a number. The reception staff at the office were lovely too. Even though there's sometimes a bit of a wait, the staff was very communicative about where you were in line, they were kind and accommodating, offering water or the bathroom, and answered questions while you waited if you had them. Regarding the wait, Dr. Shemen has late days, which is great for us working folks, but it also means that there will be some waiting around since those are popular times and Dr. Shemen takes the time to speak to you and make sure you're good, unlike some other doctors. The times I've been able to go during the day when most people can't go, I've been seen almost immediately. Long story short - thank you, thank you, thank you, Dr. Shemen and staff, for an extremely positive experience!

I was extremely disappointed with my first time visit with Dr. Larry Shemen…read more I had an episode of Vertigo, for which I called for an ambulance to the ER at LIJ Northwell in Forest Hills, and was admitted to the hospital later that day. After a two day stay and extensive testing with clear/negative results (EKG, CT, MRI) the attending doctor at the hospital recommended that I follow up with an ENT as an outpatient. I was referred to "Dr." Shemen by a friend, a nurse who gave him excellent reviews. The "Dr." informed me that I have Diabetes. His comment was based on blood tests from my hospital visit four days earlier, in which my glucose levels were successively 138, 103, and 110. He mentioned that I checked it off as a condition on my 'new patient form' but hid it from my view when I questioned him about it. He clearly does not know what he is talking about and made an arrogant & presumptuous diagnostic mistake. He had no test results in front of him for A1c levels. I informed him that neither my primary care doctor, of 20+ years, has ever diagnosed me with Diabetes, nor did the hospital make any such mention of my glucose levels being high or that I have said condition. He asked what I did for a living, and when I told him my profession was guitar repair, he informed me that I had hearing damage "from being around loud guitars all day," without administering one single test. He also informed me that my vitamin D and B12 levels were low, again without those levels being present in the hospital blood test records. My blood pressure and vitals were never taken during this visit. He looked into my ears with a hand held scope, and told me my ears were fine. He did not administer any tests for my middle ear or inner ear. He informed me that my problem with vertigo was not caused by my ears canals, it was metabolic and that he would not treat me further until I saw my primary care doctor for blood work. I saw my primary care doctor the following day, who dismissed every 'diagnosis' from "Dr." Shemen. My PC reviewed my blood tests from six months earlier; my glucose, vitamin D and B12 and A1c levels were all within the normal range. He commented that they could not possibly have changed so radically in that time till now, so he did not see how that diagnosis could be concluded without current tests for "Dr." Shemen to compare. Needless to say I will not follow up with Larry Shemen, and I hope he eventually gets his license to practice medicine.

I typically don't write reviews, but I felt it was important to share my experience regarding the…read moretreatment I received from a staff member at the front desk. I was particularly concerned because many of the patients there are elderly, and it's disheartening to think that my mother or anyone else could be treated in such a manner. Having previously worked in an ENT and Allergy clinic, I was trained to always treat every patient with respect and kindness. I was never disrespected when I needed to obtain a referral from my doctor; I simply informed the staff that I would call my doctor to have it entered into the system. However, one of the front desk staff raised her voice and demanded that I "sign this now," as if I were a child, while I was on the phone with my doctor. I hope this isn't how she interacts with all patients. In my experience working in clinics, it's crucial to communicate with patients in a respectful manner. The front desk staff are often the first point of contact, and politeness and respect should be core values in any clinic. On a positive note, I found the doctors and staff in the back to be very welcoming and respectful.

After a disappointing experience at another of their Astoria locations, I stumbled upon Dr. Levy…read more It was like a breath of fresh air. I felt a sense of calm and professionalism from the moment I stepped into her modern and clean office (a stark contrast to the other Astoria locations, which are dated and stuffy). Dr. Levy herself was a ray of sunshine. Attentive, patient, and thorough, she took the time to truly listen to my concerns and explain my condition in a way that was easy to understand, unlike the previous doctor who rushed through my appointment. Dr. Levy created a space where I felt comfortable asking questions and getting all the needed information. Her approach to treatment was collaborative, not dictatorial. She explained the various options available and discussed the pros and cons of each, making me feel like I was an active participant in my healthcare. Most importantly, she offered practical steps I could take to alleviate my symptoms right away, which was a welcome relief from the feeling of helplessness I had after the previous appointment. If you're looking for an ENT doctor who is as skilled and compassionate as she is, Dr. Levy is your answer. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone needing an ENT specialist. I would've given five stars if it hadn't been for a mix-up with their appointment office. A mistake on their end delayed my follow-up by eight days. Ask for a text or email confirmation so the same doesn't happen to you.

Went in because I was having prolonged severe ear pressure and ache following the removal of a…read morewisdom tooth that is now fully healed. Weeks later the pain still persisted. Waited about an hour to see the doctor. His assistant was really cool I'm trying to gather as much social history. Dr comes in, introduces himself and in about 7 mins, looked in my ears - cleared me of ear infection, checked my nose and said I have allergies ( I should look into that) and was sending me to do a hearing test. Here's where I got really annoyed. He kept using acronyms that I had to consistently ask him to explain. Telling me I have a TMJ means nothing to me and as practitioner, it should be a best practice to unpack , slowly and courteously any diagnosis and next steps for a patient. He seemed annoyed I was asking him to do both. Can't say I'd revisit the practice. It felt abrasive.

STAY FAR, FAR AWAY unless you want to be completely ripped off. A first time appointment for a…read moreroutine visit at his office, just to check my ears and nose (and be told he couldn't help me) resulted in a bill AFTER INSURANCE that is $1200. Literally more than two ambulance rides. The office refused to consider reducing the amount. To add insult to injury, a month later, my GP gave me an antibiotic prescription that cured my nose issue (that this "doctor" couldn't find). As others here have said, really shady billing practices for a routine visit.

Office manager and staff its the worst they don't hve manners always are mad…read more Dr Passarelli you are very good Dr but please change all staff office

Been seeing Dr Passarelli for many years. Dr Passarelli is a dedicated Dr. His bedside manners are…read moreimpeccable. He's a true professional that really cares for his patients. Easy to speak to and understand him. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and caring.