Dr. Gail Schattner, MD

Dr. Schattner is a spectacular pulmonologist and a total professional. She diagnosed and successfully treated a very rare reaction that I had to an antibiotic that was toxic to my lungs. Her care, concern and expertise are second to none. I would rate her an 11 on a scale of 10!!

Dr. Schnatter was the 8th Pulmonologist I saw. I had been misdiagnosed and suffered for it. From the first visit everything changed. My case is very complicated and she diagnosed me correctly and prescribed the medication that made a big difference. In the 4 years I’ve been her patient she and her NP have helped me through multiple serious scares. Literally holding my hand at times. There has never been a time when she or her NP didn’t get back to me either through the portal or a phone call. She is the most compassionate doctor I’ve ever had and I’ve had many. She explains everything in detail. All questions are answered. That is a rarity for Specialists with such a busy practice. Her staff couldn’t be more helpful and friendly. I never had a problem with getting an appointment and the wait time has never been more than 10-15 minutes. Usually shorter. I only wish every doctor let alone such an amazing Specialist were like her.

On March 29th I had a new patient appointment, with Dr. Schattner. It took me four months to get this appointment. I live in central New Jersey and, with a little traffic, it would take me 1-1/2 hours to get there. I left at 6:45, a full 2 hours and 15 minutes prior to the appointment. Unfortunately the turnpike was massively backed up. At 8:20 I called her office to say that I would be late. At 9AM I called again stating that I would be another 15-20 minutes. I was in Manhattan and nearing the office. I told the individual I would walk the remaining distance and be at the office in 5 minutes. I was told that Dr. Schattner stated that I should reschedule the appointment as she would not see me that day. I fully understand that she had other patients but I don't remember ever being taken at the exact time of my appointment by any doctor. She showed a complete lack of understanding, care and compassion. This is not the type of doctor I would ever feel comfortable with.

Assistants were either rude or incompetent, which reflected the general mood and care of the presiding physician and practice itself.

Yes - She is excellent, thorough and a terrific pulmonologist.

Doctor Schattner was generous with her time, caring and very knowledgeable. She addressed all of my concerns and provided thorough answers to my questions.

Outstanding. She was all of the very good things said about her on this website, and I felt that my office visit was necessary and worthwhile. My grade would have been even higher for Dr. Schattner, but the grade given is close enough.

She is really nice and caring and I love her!