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Dr. John Simon, MD

Dr. John Simon, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Simon, MD is a general surgeon in West Islip, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from KARNATAK UNIVERSITY / KARNATAK MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1982. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

580 Union Blvd West Islip, NY 11795

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Dr. Simon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Simon

3.7
9 ratings, 4 with a written review
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Excellent surgeon, compassionate /competent.
Dr. Simon was recommended to me by three different people, to repair a double hernia. He is a very , knowledgeable/professional surgeon. My surgery was almost painless and very effective. Ten years later no problems, no setbacks. I'm a very active 76 yr old now, and I've tested his work. I highly reccommend him. I've spent some time in the waiting room but definitely worth the wait.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Frank S – Nov 17, 2023
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No bedside manner. Explanation of condition was minimal. Staff was not cooperative when a request for a sibling to wait with the patient before the procedure was performed was denied. Would not recommend this surgeon
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Aug 21, 2019
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First of all, Dr. Simon is an excellent surgeon with expert care and skill in making sure that his patients' post operative physicality is at its best for a prompt recovery. He utilizes the least possible invasive procedures to ensure the comfort and well-being of his surgical charge. Ample time - whether at the post-operative hospital bed or during one of the many scheduled office visits - is spent encouraging you in finding your best possible avenues of care. He is thorough, compassionate
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2019
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I cannot say enough about the professionalism, kindness, attentiveness and expertise of this doctor. I had a colectomy -colon resection which was more than I thought it would be! His bedside manner is exemplary. He is also very well thought of by all. One of the most gentle doctors I have ever met. After the surgery he was at my bedside every morning in the hospital, not sending a colleague instead. His follow-up visit was caring, informative and not rushed. He genuinely cares about his patients
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Marie in Babylon, NY – Mar 09, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. John Simon, MD is a general surgeon in West Islip, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from KARNATAK UNIVERSITY / KARNATAK MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1982. He is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • Karnatak University / Karnatak Medical College

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

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Practice

South Shore University Hospital301 E Main St Bay Shore, NY 11706
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Practice

Good Samaritan Hospital Laboratory1000 Montauk Hwy West Islip, NY 11795
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

    1000 Montauk Hwy
    West Islip, NY 11795
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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