MItra Abessi's Online Review Report Card

Perhaps because it was a med refill appt, but this was the most rushed encounter I have ever had with a doctor. Did not want to discuss any of my issues - just wanted to refer out. But still looked in my mouth and noted that I had a tremor and asked if I had ever seen a neurologist! Completely unrelated to the matter at hand and very scary. No further advice given on that. And for the referrals, no specific doctor recommendations. Just a list of general numbers for other Hunterdon system departments. Really felt bad coming out of there. Feels like you are totally on your own in today’s medical “systems.” Doctors don’t appear to care about people anymore.

I had one very discouraging experience with Dr Abessi, during a time of great need in my life. I had gotten a very serious diagnosis and had been told that she was very good to consult with. My experience couldn't have been farther from that. I don't normally mind grumpy people or professionals who are eccentric and hard to get along with, but who are worthwhile to include on my team. However, I was treated in a very humiliating way by Dr Abessi, who for some reason is listed as a surgeon here, but is not as far as I know. I was vulnerable, in pain and very stressed with my health issues. I was led to believe she could help, if I could get past her personality. I didn't think that would be a problem, however it def was. She was dismissive of my concerns and that I was uncomfortable waiting on a closed cold exam room for an hour to see her, and being made to wait in a hospital gown (for no reason I was made aware of-my issues were internal and not subject to an external exam.) Hospital gowns may be necessary for certain procedures, but wasn't needed here, and made me feel more vulnerable and treated like my humanness didn't matter. It took away my feeling of personal dignity and comfort. Being naked except for a paper thin gown intensified my feelings helplessness due to my diagnosis and felt like I was being treated like an object instead of a human being. When she finally arrived she was insensitive, uncaring and extremely critical of me expressing my needs as a patient. I realized quickly that she was never going to be a good doctor for me, and I caution anyone who wants to have an open and caring dialogue with their doctor, to look elsewhere. Very upsetting experience that has taken a long time to even write this review about. I hope it helps someone avoid the painful and upsetting experience I had with Dr Abessi. I'm grateful I found other doctors who were willing to listen and respect my dignity as a patient.

Was very disappointed in seeing dr. Mitra. She and her office never called about my blood work but lied and said they did. Then she missed my virtual consultation and called randomly 45 minutes later. I said I can reschedule and she scolded me saying she sees 100’s of patients and can’t be on time. No one should be talked down to like that. Go see your “100s” of patients. Her bedside manner and clinical knowledge is awful and I will never return.

Was very disappointed in seeing dr. Mitra. She and her office never called about my blood work but lied and said they did. Then she missed my virtual consultation and called randomly 45 minutes later. I said I can reschedule and she scolded me saying she sees 100’s of patients and can’t be on time. No one should be talked down to like that. Go see your “100s” of patients. Her bedside manner and clinical knowledge is awful and I will never return.

I had a new patient visit with Dr Abessi who came highly recommended by my neurologist. I waited for 35 minutes for an 8:30 am appointment. After some initial chit chat I asked if she had a sense of how long the appointment would be to which she responded “if you care about time, I’m not the person for you”. I then suggested that if that’s the case, perhaps her office should let people know that when scheduling their appointments. She launched into a lecture about how she has 4,000 patients (I’m not sure why that was relevant to my suggestion). When I said that common courtesy would dictate a simple apology for running late, she said, while thumping her chest to exaggerate each word, “I’m not saying sorry because I’m not sorry”. I have never encountered a more unprofessional, arrogant physician. I’m married to a physician, was a medical malpractice defense attorney, and am friends with many physicians, and have never seen such behavior. 10/10 would not recommend.

Dr Abessi spent a lot of time with my wife explaining what test she was ordering, medicine and potential diagnosis. She is caring with Excellent manners. I highly recommend Dr Abessi!

I have never met a physician like Dr. Mitra Abessi, she literally has treated me as if I was part of her family! I’ve had numerous health challenges and for some years was lost in the minutia of going to various specialists without any improvement. She took charge of my case and went above and beyond working with referred doctors to help me obtain the right diagnosis. At this point, my whole family goes to her and enjoys the same benefits in dealing with such a genuine, caring doctor. I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you for everything Dr Abessi!

I have been seeing Dr Abessi for many years. I have followed her since her move from Belle Meade. I now drive almost an hour to see her and it is definitely worth my time. Dr Abessi is a direct,very thorough physician. She has always taken the time to explain things to me.I feel listened to and we together have found answers to what has been wrong with me. She has ordered necessary tests that are always followed up on with a treatment plan when the office receives reports. Dr Abessi has referred me to excellent specialists when needed. I trust her and feel comfortable in discussing all of my concerns. I feel blessed to have her as my doctor. Her office staff and nurses are professional,kind and caring.

Dr.Abessi has been my (and my husband’s) PCP for a few years now and I wouldn’t go to anyone else. She’s very thorough, always has recommendations for other specialists who are equally as good as her, and empathic. I’m lucky I found her and would highly recommend her to anyone else.

I made an initial appointment with Dr. Abessi at the high recommendation of a friend, for shoulder pain. Upon Dr. Abessi, she told me that I looked facially deformed due to a recent jaw surgery, and that she was surprised nobody had told me the 'truth of my appearance by now'. I had undergone extensive surgery to correct a breathing disorder and being told I was Deformed as a result was awful She said not to worry because there were plenty of good plastic surgeons in the area. I left in tears, and she called me an hour later to say that she didn't feel she was a good fit to be my new Primary Care Doctor due to my reaction to her comment. She did not check to see if I was okay. She only called with a very Defensive tone about my reaction to being called Deformed (when only asking about my shoulder). I certainly was NOT going to be returning to her anyway, but to call me to tell me that I was not a good fit because I cried at her comments, was beyond shocking. This was the worst experience I have ever had with any healthcare practitioner and it was humiliating. She did not help with my shoulder issue either. Her advice was to move to Hillsborough to see a particular Physical Therapist she liked, every day for 4 months and see what progress could be made. She specifically recommended moving near his office as she said that any driving commute to his office would aggravate my condition. After trying the PT she recommended, I felt no relief. What DID completely resolve my long standing shoulder issue was seeing an Osteopath weekly, and going on an anti-inflammatory medication.