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Dr. Alan Mechanic, MD

Dr. Alan Mechanic, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Mechanic, MD is a neurosurgeon in Rockville Centre, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

100 Merrick Rd Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Make an Appointment

(516) 255-9031

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Mechanic is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Mechanic is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Mechanic specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Mechanic's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mechanic

3.8

17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
65%
65%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
12%
12%
1 Star
18%
18%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rudolph Gopie – Oct 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steven and Patricia McVetty – Jul 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Terri G. – Jul 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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John – Aug 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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EAST MORICHES – Nov 01, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Commack, NY – Sep 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alan Mechanic, MD is a neurosurgeon in Rockville Centre, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Mechanic is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Fiss Chiropractic PC100 Merrick Rd Rockville Centre, NY 11570
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    Practice

    Office353 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ste 303 Commack, NY 11725
    2
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Directions
    Office1991 Marcus Ave New Hyde Park, NY 11042
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • NYU Langone Hospitals

      550 1st Ave
      New York, NY 10016
      Recipient of 62
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island

      259 1st St
      Mineola, NY 11501
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

    • Mather Hospital

      75 N Country Rd
      Port Jefferson, NY 11777
      Recipient of 22
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      10% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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