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

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Total reviews rating 4.6

39 Reviews for New York Center for Spinal Disorders - Dr. Nathaniel L. Tindel, M.D. 2023:

Review №1

2022-02-20

My husband was unfortunate enough to land in the Lenox Hill Hospital ER a number of years ago. Dr Tindel was the physician on duty. My husband was in writhing pain and was assessed to have sciatic pain that was quite extreme. Dr Tindel concluded that he was not a surgical candidate. After an MRI was performed, Dr Tindel administered a cortisone shot to my husband’s spine. Within two hours the pain profile went from extreme to extraordinary. My husband was reporting that his legs were on fire. Dr Tindel was not on site but I spoke with him and begged for a neurological consult and was told on clear terms that he could not help my husband. I asked to be reassigned to another doctor and was informed that it was not an option. I questioned why he would not send over a doctor to consult and was told it was not an option. Ten minutes later, Dr Tindel called my husband who was still in writhing pain and saw fit to complain about how insulted he was that I questioned him. He saw fit to put his ego ahead of his patient’s care. He informed us that we would be kicked out of the hospital in the morning and would be visited by the hospital administrator to ensure that we would leave. I was so concerned over the lack of care and his animosity towards us that I slept on the floor of the hospital room that night. The next day we went to HSS where we received proper care and where it was concluded that Dr Tindel administered the cortisone to the wrong area of my husband’s spine. HSS was rightfully appalled at the story we told them and gave us the treatment and care that was needed. This happened many years ago - but his behavior was so appalling that I still feel the anger towards him to this day. Dr Tindel is a businessman - not a caregiver. If my husband was a surgical candidate I feel certain that we would have been treated differently.

Review №2

2022-08-04

Dr.Tindel saved my dad’s life. He had consultations with numerous spine specialists, all of whom were reluctant to even touch him in his then current condition. Dr. Tindel not only created the best plan of action, but caught things other doctors had missed, and was extremely confident in his abilities, rightfully so. He treated my father with kindness and informed care. I highly recommend Dr. Tindel’s expertise and bedside manner to anyone suffering spinal pain.

Review №3

2021-09-06

Dr. Tindel is a godsend - he saved my ability to move and use my right foot & leg. He and his office staff will make you feel seen and heard and they truly care for you and for your healing. Dr. Tindel spent a significant amount of time with me during my first visit and, by watching how I moved, was able to correctly identify the injury in my spine - something that a MRI and multiple other doctors were not able to do. He was so thorough and walked me through all of my options and the risks as at this point I was 6 weeks out from injury which could impact results if I chose surgery (he laid out all of the options and let me choose). I ultimately decided to do surgery for this injury and I am so grateful I did. I am back to having full use of my leg - something I know for a fact I would not have had a not gone to see Dr. Tindel. If you are having any back/spine/paralysis issues, go see Dr. Tindel ASAP!! His office staff is absolutely amazing, too - they walked me through everything and were able to get an emergency surgery scheduled for me during Covid. I will FOREVER be grateful for Dr. Tindel!!!

Review №4

2019-07-18

Dr Tindel was highly recommended to me by my pain management doctor. At first meeting, my husband and I knew why my pain management doctor insisted that we meet with him. Dr Tindel is brilliant, experienced, and more importantly, has a genuine caring for his patients. I really felt that he had my best interest in mind when he determined I needed a microdisectomy. He spent almost 2 hours with us discussing my case and educating us on my injury and the surgery. Although he told me to take my time and think about the surgery, I felt so comfortable with and confident in him to set up my surgery right then and there. The surgery went smoothly and Dr Tindel called me every day for a week following. My recovery also went smoothly, I healed beautifully, and Dr Tindel returned, within minutes, any phone calls I made to him with questions and concerns. He really is an amazing doctor, surgeon and human being!

Review №5

2019-11-20

I have herniated discs that caused me significant pain for about 3 years or so. I had gone to countless physical therapists, acupuncturists, massage therapists etc. to try and address the chronic pain. I was referred to Dr. Tindel earlier this year. Dr. Tindel saw my symptoms and the issues I was going through and after requesting an MRI, decided that surgery was my best option. Dr. Tindel reassured me that this would be the best procedure for me and that it would be his goal to see me recover as close to 100% as possible.I went through with the procedure with Dr. Tindel earlier this summer and can say that I am practically back to 100% already. The pain I was in at times was completely unbearable and I really struggled with depression because of it. To say that I am pretty much pain free is such a blessing and I owe it to Dr. Tindel. Hes a very caring, accommodating doctor who really tries his best to learn your trauma and find the best fixes.

Review №6

2019-08-20

On March 31, 2019 I fell from a ladder and fractured my spine in three places. While I was in the Emergency Room, I was unsure if I would walk again, or if I would ever be able to move around and play with my young children. Dr. Nathaniel Tindel reviewed my x-rays and gave me the best news ever....He assured me that he would be able to repair my spine, and that in time I could be as good as new. After my surgery, I returned to work and continued life as it had been before. Dr. Tindel is an excellent surgeon andcaring professional. I highly recommend him, as you will not find a more skilled and attentive physician.

Review №7

2021-01-15

I started my search for a Spine Surgeon by finding the most qualified I could on paper and then we interviewed each other. I cannot even begin to tell you how fortunate I am to have met Dr. Tindel recommended to me by my Physiatrist. I kid you not, Dr. Tindel spent over an hour with me the first time we met, first by listening, then examination, only then followed by reading the MRI to confirm his opinion. Dr. Tindel then thoroughly educated me in laymens terms as to the cause and effect of my condition as well as sharing the prognoses, clearly explaining what the surgery will do, making sure to explain that does not guarantee that the symptoms would go away at a specific time if at all, but I was well informed and educated by an individual that clearly cares. I am an extremely active 60 year old that went to Dr. Tindel sharing the desire to get me back on the ice playing hockey, skiing, rowing and just enjoying everyday hikes. I had herniated my L5/S1 disc and although remained active I had started getting paralysis of my left foot along with hamstring and calf issues. I went through the proper protocol of PT, anti-inflammatory, both block and epidural injections before being told to seek the opinion of a surgeon. Yesterday I was happy to share with Dr. Tindel at my 10 week follow up that I have walked over 150 miles, swam over 30 miles and most recently since the six week mark started to circuit train again and row. If not for Covid I would have started playing hockey again in my mens league as well. Thank you for everything Dr. Tindel, I have regained the strength I had lost and have been pain free literally from the days immediately following the surgery. Dr. Tindel has an amazing staff as well, from Annie up front to Naomi helping with the insurance process in the back. Five Stars is not enough and a Simple Thank You is not enough!

Review №8

2021-01-29

I strongly recommend Dr Tindel. I had a badly ruptured disc and significant spinal stenosis. As a result, walking more than a few blocks was really difficult - and painful. Dr Tindel performed surgery in 2013. That proved to be the best health decision Ive ever made. Recovery was quick. I was walking a mile a couple days later. And I have been running, playing tennis etc and my back has not been an impediment. I no longer have back pain. My experience has been life changing. Dr. Tindel and his staff gave me all the time i needed throughout the process leading up to the surgery and afterwards. They were a pleasure to deal with. I write this review because i am very grateful to them. My highest recommendation.

Review №9

2017-08-14

Dr. Tindel did a cervical spinal fusion surgery on my neck and installed custom metal plate to cover C 3-5. He cleaned up my spinal canal from arthritis and bone spurs that caused bad pain in my shoulder....and yeah, he did all this through 2 inch incision in my neck??? I was able to move my head right after the surgery, and removed the band aid from my neck next day. I was on Tylenol on day 3 and got back to work after 10 days. I am extremely relieved after my surgery and post op results are great, to be honest it was not a big deal (or as bad as it sounds), again because you are in the hands of very experienced professional.Dr. Tindel is amazing and very skilled surgeon, in addition he is pleasure to be around and speak to. Very intelligent, upfront and extremely nice.His assistant Anne is a sweetheart. I highly recommend Dr. Tindel!!!

Review №10

2020-09-06

I whole heartedly recommend Dr Nathaniel Tindel for anyone needing back surgery. He is not only a fantastic surgeon, but he is also an amazing and caring person. No matter what day and the time of day, he is always available to return your call. I had a surgery for my back by another surgeon a year before Dr Tindell’s surgery. The first was a complete disaster and made my back pain worse. Dr Tindell not only needed to fix my lower back issues, but he also had to correct the mistakes made by the previous surgeon. The nature of my surgery created a great deal of pain afterwards. He worked very hard and gave me all the attention I needed so that he could come up with the right combination of pain medications. He was also very careful so that my body would not become addicted to them. I will be forever thankful to him that I am now pain free and restriction free after living for two and half years with excruciating pain. I was even able to spend an entire day with my kids riding roller coasters at Great Adventure. Before Dr Tindell, this was something I was told that I will never be able to do anymore. I hope that whoever reads this finds it helpful in finding the perfect surgeon for his/her back issues.