New York Center for Spinal Disorders - Dr. Nathaniel L. Tindel, M.D.

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

I would never recommend this physician to anyone. Halfway through our consultation, Dr. Tindel advised me that physical pain "has a large psychiatric component." I should have walked out then, but I did consult a neurosurgeon shortly thereafter who correctly identified the structural, physical problem I had. Eight weeks after surgery at Cornell (not w/Tindel) I was pain-free. Dr. Tindel's assumptions about my condition were both insensitive and offensive, but more importantly, they were wrong. 

Bob L 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

They just don't get any better than this. Dr Tindel is by far probably one of the best surgeons in the United States. I could hardly walk without excruciating pain five years ago, and after surgery with no complications with in 30 days I was walking100% pain-free till today. Over five years later, another incident took place and to make a long story short after seeing many doctors and wasting time Dr Tindel within three minutes of an exam diagnosed me getting emergency surgery &saved my life 

Michelle D 

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9 years ago

Doctor tindel is a brilliant, kind, caring, and sensitive man. I lived with back pain for 8 years getting progressively worse every day. I woke up one morning and realized I could barely walk. I had a disc herniation completely compressing the sciatic nerve. He saw me on a Thursday and had me in surgery the following Monday. It's 6 weeks later and not only am I walking with zero pain but I will be entering a 16 mile walk in June. Thank you for giving me life again! i am so grateful to you! 

Natalie M. 

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9 years ago

Excellent orthopedic surgeon. Great bedside manner. Would recommend to family and friends. I had to have urgent cervical surgery, Dr. Tindel and his office quickly and efficiently facilitated testing and securing a surgery date. Dr. Tindel checked on me in the hospital post op that night as well first thing the next morning. 7 weeks out of surgery, I'm almost 100% again. No complications and the residual scar on the front of my neck was beautifully stiched up, no plastic surgeon needed. 

Teresa Drapczuk 

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9 years ago

Dr. Tindel gave me my life back. I was living with excruciating back pain for 11 years. I'd been to more doctors than I could count. I was resigned to the fact that I would have to live with the pain forever then I met Dr. Tindel. He is thorough, patient and brilliant. I had to have a spinal fusion to correct my injury and I can honestly say it was the best decision I have ever made. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND seeing Dr. Tindel. He and his staff are amazing, they truly care about each and every patient.