Alvin Bell's Online Review Report Card

I made a 2:45 appointment for my ill 84 year old mother. Somehow the appointment was never put into the computer, so they squeezed her in. She was not taken into the exam room until 3:45, and would NOT allow my sister-in-law(caretaker) to accompany her! Aside from the fact that she is weak and unsteady walking, her memory of the medical details of her two recent hospitalizations are definitely not clear. When this was explained to the doctor, he stated he was treating the patient…not the family member! So he would knowingly take a medical history from a patient with memory issues?? My mother did not leave the office until after 5 pm. Find a different nephrologist!

Our experience with Dr. Bell has been nothing but positive. My mother has been seeing Dr. Bell since July 2009 after renal failure. It’s been journey to hell and back and Dr. Bell has been with us through it all. Now, she is doing much better and I mainly credit Dr. Bell with her recovery. Through all these years Dr. Bell has been very supportive, honest, professional, compassionate and knowledgeable. My mother is not proficient in English and Dr. Bell always showed her kindness and patience in that regard as well. I trust him completely with my mother’s care and well being. We were very fortunate that we met Dr. Bell. I am eternally grateful to him for saving my mother’s life and giving her back the quality of life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Upon entering his office I was greeted with two smiling faces, his staff. Dr. Bell did a thorough exam, something I had not been able to get from my PCP. He was patience and answered all questions. He noticed that my voice was raspy and he suggested that I see and ENT. He gave me two names and I was pleased with that visit. I would recommend him to anyone that needs to be seen by a Nephrologist. ...

Dr. Bell is a caring professional who doesn't take any "shortcuts;" like so many others do nowadays. My visit with him was like a "breath of fresh air." He answered all of my questions (and I asked many); he carefully listened to all --- my concerns, my answers and my needs. He is the type of physician that must of us were thought as children, it is how doctors are supposed to be---his one of those ...

Not many doctors left, who will take so much time with you, to know your health history, find things you may have forgotten about, ask so many questions, AND GIVE BACK ANSWERS. My physical exam was so THOROUGH, that I want my yearly physical done by Dr.Bell. This man is old school. The staff was so very pleasant. BRAVO ????????????????

Dr. Bell is very attentive and answered all of my questions. His staff is very professional and polite. I would highly recommend Dr. Bell.

I cannot say enough about Dr. Bell and his medical staff. Dr. Bell is an outstanding top-of-the-line physician. He communicates clearly with patients about complex kidney disease issues and gives them the tools they need to achieve their best health. The medical examination he gave me was more thorough and complete than any I have ever had. All guidance/direction from Dr. Bell and his staff was simple ...

Dr. Alvin Bell office located at 129 Grove Street in Montclair, New Jersey is an excellent Doctor. I would recommend Dr. Bell to family and friends. Dr. Bell is highly esteemed and a true specialist to his profession. I was given professional advise and care when I visited his office. Dr. Bell's office staff is amazing. I am glad I chose Dr. Alvin Bell for my specialist.

Although Dr Bell is thorough him and his staff can be very rude. I made an appointment arrived at the office but nothing was scheduled in the computer. I rescheduled then ran late 10 minutes. He refused to see me. If you want a thorough caring doctor and office staff that will schedule appointments and address you like an adult human being this is NOT the office.

Sorry to say u try to give black business ur money and they act just like society say they do, I would not recommend this place, their communication skill are horrible!!! Then when u get frustrated they act like u the problem. They don't care about their patients, u have been warned.