John Clough's Online Review Report Card

Dr. Cough did surgery on my neck that other surgeons considered inoperable. He was very honest with me as per my choices. I could have a full fusion, which would keep me from ever turning my neck again (which I will eventually have to have) or a plate and screws, which would be a temporary measure, but allow more movement. At the time of my appointment, I had been old by more than one surgeon that i f I were to be rear ended at a stop light, I would very possibly become paralyzed. Dr. Cough told me the same thing, but felt he could give me relief fro m the horrific pain I was in by a less intrusive surgery than the full fusion. I elected that, and he has helped my neck by that one surgery, which was 8 years ago. Since then, I developed excruciating low back pain, causing me to walk bent in half, and only able to walk short distances. He ran extensive tests, and couldn't understand the amount of pain I felt according to test results. He told me I have a large amount of damage from arthritis, so he would try to clean the area up the best he could. Right before go ing into the surgery, I felt led to have him add to the papers I was signing that if he found anything other than what tests showed, I gave him permission to do what he could to fix it. He asked if I was sure and I said yes. As it turned out none of the tests showed a tangling cyst the size of a tennis ball was wrapped around the nerve center of my low back. When I woke up, My nurses told me that it was a good thing doctor cliff was my doctor, because no other doctor would have even tried to do this surgery.I I am beyond that for Dr. Cough and his skills as well as Angie, his Assistant, and would recommend him to everyone! They are both extremely caring and compassipnate, as well as highly gifted. The only low mark I would give him is promptness, but that is due to the amount of time he takes with each patient, so that really is not a low mark...just part of having a caring Surgeon!

Dr. Clough has been such a TRUE blessing to my sister. She has had 5 back surgeries & 3 throat surgeries, but he is always kind & patient with her. His compassion is genuine & priceless to us both. AAAA++++++

Dr. Clough and his staff are so compassionate and really listen to everything you have to say. He and his staff have the utmost respect for each other and all of them respect their patients in the same way

Dr. Clough began my surgery at midnight but his ability to recognize things in me before I could tell him what was going on, gave me every confidence in his astuteness, regardless of the time. Surgery went great.

The best

Dr. Clough (and his nurse Richelle) is knowledgeable, compassionate and thorough. He treated my daughter that has complex medical issues and sees multiple specialists in the area. She was referred to him after two neurologists suspected pseudotumor cerebri. She had several lumbar punctures to drain the CSF. Dr. Clough recommended doing an ICP bolt before just going ahead in placing a shunt. The ICP bolt revealed her pressures weren’t always high indicating she didn’t have PTC. However, he noticed that her heart rate was always elevated and referred her to cardio. Her diagnosis was something altogether. He is one specialist that doesn’t use the term “not in my wheelhouse” to blow you off, but looks at the whole patient. He is a rare find...so is Richelle his NP. I only wish there were more specialists like Dr. Clough. Even though you may be facing some difficult challenges he is on your side.

Always wonderful and affordable.

Confident as opposed to arrogant, empathetic, humane, invests time in his patients and develops a relationship, forthright, respectful, always assists with medical problems outside his specialty by connecting patients with other extraordinary specialists. I cannot praise Dr. Clough enough and thank him for his authenticity. He is the physician on whom I depend for not only his expertise in his specialty but also his kind heart and medical advice. I never complain when I wait for him to evaluate me in his office. He gives each patient the time he/she needs. He deserves the five stars! Jean Davis

My family has been seeing Dr. Clough and his staff for 24 years. He delivered all three of my children when he was still practicing as OB GYN/Family Practice. We began going there during difficulties with my first pregnancy. I was not his patient, but my regular doctor was unable to get me in. His staff understood the urgency and made sure I was seen. He was able to help, and she was born healthy. He is very assured and knowledgeable. I trust his viewpoint and experience.

I’ve had numerous neck and back surgeries over the last 30 plus years. Neurosurgeon Dr. John Clough is the only one I’ll go to from now on. He explained everything thoroughly and I have to say it was the easiest procedure recovery ever. His office staff is top notch. I can’t find one thing negative to say. When you’ve checked out the rest...go to the best for your neck and back needs