Michael L. Rothberg, M.D.

Retired Army Officer 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

1. This doctor performed what was described as a routine surgery for "trigger finger" on my left hand. Afterward, the finger is bent toward the finger next to it and does not close all the way; I can no longer make a proper fist. Two years later, he still schedules office visits with me but has not yet decided what went wrong or how he intends to fix it. 2. He is habitually late for appointments. I have sat alone in his examination room (after the nurse has taken my blood pressure and left) for anywhere between one-half hour... read more

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Dr. Rothberg appeared engaged and concerned during my visit for wrist pain. Once he opened his mouth he was derisive and arrogant. "You've got arthritis!" Getting answers to questions was like peeling wallpaper--slow and painful. After 4 weeks of drug interactions (all of which entailed asking him to call me back), I am still waiting for the phone to ring. In all honesty, I assumed he would want to know if I was having problems. He obviously doesn't! His care was reflective of the office he works out of. I called and they re... read more

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

I was a surgical patient of Michael L Rothberg who sought relief for carpal tunnel syndrome. My condition was deemed moderate by nerve conduction velocity testing. I had full sensation in both hands, and only sought surgery because I had to wear wirst braces to prevent being awakend by numbness of my hand. After "treatment" by Rothberg, I now suffer constant pain and numbness in my right (dominant) hand and trigger finger in my left hand. Rothberg provided no pre-surgical consultation about 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

I was given a cortisone shot although apprehensive, and the numbing agent did not work, cortisone was given too quickly. I am elderly, and this experience was beyond painful and traumatic for me. I lost consciousness and the lack of care, concern, and attention was horrifying to me. I think that the staff at this office needs training on working with the elderly, as simple compassionate care is needed. I came walking on my own, and I left in a wheelchair. 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

6 years ago

Dr. Rothberg did carpal tunnel release surgery for me and I was satisfied so when I tore my rotator cuff tendon I scheduled surgery with him. Unfortunately, I had switched insurance carriers and was consequently told that scheduling my surgery was going to be "difficult because it had to be done at another other hospital other than the OAWF surgery center. After several months of calling, waiting, and being told they were still looking for another facility, I gave up and went to another doctor. 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

7 years ago

This surgeon operated on my broken wrist and left it worse then when he began. He is arrogant, has no bedside manner, and is obnoxious. Thank God I've found a super surgeon for the operation to fix what Rothberg screwed up. This surgeon was stunned when he saw how my wrist had been left. I wouldn't recommend this guy to my worst enemy. 

Kathleen Quinn 

on Healthgrades

7 years ago

Dr Rothberg over books. Waited 3 hrs for an appt. that took 15 minutes! Surgery was even worse. Supposed to be finished at 11 with hand surgery. At 12 had still not had the surgery! Asked what was going on? The anesthesiologist came in and said "you don't want him to go without his lunch, do you? I said YES! I want to stop this now, I no longer want the surgery!' The son of a gun put me further under!!!! Doc did the hand surgery and I was finished at 3pm!! Would not see me at his office!! 

Michael Berg 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

Would avoid Orthopedic Associates of West Florida. Dr Rothburg give me a wrist brace for an injury & told me there is a copay of $10 they confirmed with Humana. They collected the $10 & 1 month later tell me I still owe $55 due to a mistake by the office staff. They accept that it was their mistake but keep telling me ANY unpaid funds are my responsibility. As other reviews have stated - This place has no respect for you or your time. To them, you are just a dollar sign and a number. 

Nancy S. 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

Awesome. Very nice, polite, so sweet. My doctor and P.A. are truly amazing. So nice to have people take the time to talk and listen to you.