Andrew Haig's Online Review Report Card

10 year of back pain. Over the last 10 years I tried injections, physical therapy, chiropractors, medications, electrode therapy, CBD, acupuncture, and who knows what else. Nothing really worked. I saw Dr Haig before Covid. He found a physical therapist that was local to me but admitted he had no experience with them. He told me what to look for. He said, if they do x, y or z, run away. They did, and I didn't. And it didn't work. After Covid I saw Dr Haigh again and I told him distance wasn't a problem. He referred me to Workability in Burlington VT. The difference was night and day. I started feeling better within days. Dr Haig is no nonsense, no BS, and direct. I for one appreciate that. He knows what he is talking about, and if he doesn't, he says as much. If you need to be treated with kid gloves, he may come across the wrong way. But if you open up to his style and process, you may just be doing yourself a favor.

Didn't have to wait long. Everyone friendly and professional. Like his approach to making a diagnosis and potential treatment options. Looks forward to now and the future - whats may be going on now rather than rehash on past history. However, did a through interview and was insterested on facts. Feel comfortable communicating with him. Friendly person.

I have seen negative reviews, but I had a totally different experience with Dr. Haig. I have seen him quite a few times and I feel like he has a lot of knowledge. He has a very specific way in going through your history and I think some people don't like that- they find it rude or that he is impatient. I trusted his process and he has been extremely helpful. I also personally find him to be very pleasant and kind-always friendly. It seems like he really cares and has gone to extra lengths to help research better who can help me. He also helped me finally get a diagnosis, which turned out to be a genetic disorder. After seeing doctors for 3 decades and not getting straight answers, I now know what the issue is. I would 100% recommend him if you can keep an open mind and let him do his process.

I have read these other reviews and I feel like some of these other patients are misunderstanding Dr. Haig's specific ways of learning your health history. He is upfront- but honest and explains everything very well! I think if you go in with an open mind and trust his process, you will be pleased with him. I have tried a ton of other doctors for full body chronic pain for 3 decades without very many answers. He suspected I needed to see rheumatology and sure enough, it is a genetic connective tissue disorder. Without him seeing the signs I may have never received this diagnosis. Now at least I have a direction to go in and it is thanks to Dr. Haig. I also find him very friendly and always happy to see me. I genuinely believe he is a great doctor in a sea of not so many great doctors these days and that is why I give him 5 stars.

I wish I had researched this Doctor and requested a different referral. I was treated in such a disgusting way. He was rude, would not let me finish a single sentence or ask questions without him insulting myself or the providers I'm currently working with. My favorite part was when he compared me to one of his patients "in REAL pain". Find another provider.

I got my copay bill SO FAST but have not been able to see the actual EMG test results. I've called Dr. Haig's office many times and no one has called back. They billed the wrong entity and I need to have them resubmit it. I've tried contacting the office online for weeks, no luck. This guy is kind of suspect. I don't recommend him. Steer clear!

Serious reservations regarding this doctor, very impatient. Did not spend any time examining me. Gave me no clear recommendations.

I was first treated by Dr. Haig in 1994. He told me there were no magic pills that would cure the damage I had done to my spinal cord. Over the next 5 years, through a conservative medication regimen, lots of physical therapy followed by 30 to 40 minutes of exercises 5 days a week, I managed to recover a fairly good quality of life. He did not tell me what I wanted to hear but rather told me what I needed to hear - that my recovery was going to effort on my part. I appreciated his honesty then as I do yet today.

It is hurtful to see some horrible comments persist for years on this site. While I am not allowed by HIPPA privacy law to comment on those who have done this I hope readers will understand that chronic pain sometimes comes with addiction and severe mental illness. These critiques contrast with my many national awards for patient care including the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s prestigious Outstanding Clinician award. Ask your doctor or another Rehab physician for a better perspective. —Andy Haig

This physician is arrogant, disrespectful, and totally lacking in care and compassion. Not only does he keep the patient waiting for a ridiculous length of time, but his language and attitude are beyond insulting. He cannot make an accurate diagnosis to save his life. Treats the patient's questions and concerns with an air of disdain and contempt. WHY DOES THIS MAN CONTINUE TO WORK AT THE UM? A malpractice waiting to happen.