Dr. Michael Sassower, MD

My father ended up having 2 unnecessary procedures. Upstate Med was dumbfounded on why this Dr did the procedures he did. Best I can think It was a $ grab. He had no answers to our ? Just the “I know better” arrogance.

I trust Dr Sassower with my life. He listens carefully, is understanding, and most importantly, is extremely versed in his field. My go-to Cardiologist whenever possible.

Went in with my father to see Sassower in June for procedure approval. Commented that my dad was underweight and had low iron. Without telling us he had written "bowel cancer?" In his file. I guess he had no intention of helping my dad but didn't want to accept the responsibility of telling us bad news. Gaffney was surprised Sassower hadn't said anything to us about his concerns. What ultimately upset us was the lack of transparency. If he had concerns that my dad wasn't a good candidate he could have told us and we would've spent his final weeks making him comfortable instead of stuffing him with protein shakes thinking he'd then get surgery. So instead my dad got to die from congestive heart failure because he felt no one wanted to help him. Sassower said he had children later in life like my dad and I sincerely hope no doctor ever makes him and his children feel the way he made my family feel.

I found doctor Sassower to be arrogant, sarcastic and difficult to talk to. Would not recommend him, as there are far better doctors in the same practice.

I saw Dr. Sassowe due to an unexpected heart issue. He was great, explained my condition and placed a stent in my RCA. I would recommend him as he saved my life.