Mathew P Samuel Md's Online Review Report Card

First appointment was a big disappointment. Dismissed all of my symptoms and downplayed my concerns. I was having a decent day as far as joint pain, but tried to explain that it comes and goes, that the last two weeks have been miserably painful (and it’s been that way for over a year). “Well he’s just doing an exam based on today.” Terrible bedside manner and a waste of a copay. Hoping I can find someone who can listen and help.

He is the kindest doctor. He takes his time to examine and listen. So helpful and respectful.

Horrible experience!! Dr Samuel was the first rheumatologist I ever visited. I was so hopeful I would finally get help and answers about what was happening to me but it was a total waste of time. He would never give me an official diagnosis. One visit I would for sure have RA or MCTD and the next visit it was all in my head. After the first and only medication he prescribed didn’t help me he informed me he no longer knew how to treat me. He actually said when I find a new Dr to stop in and let him know what they did for me. I now know I do have RA. He has a terrible bedside manner. He is very rude!

Best doctors appointment ever. A very thorough appointment that gave me answers I’ve been looking for for years. I cannot recommend him enough. Dr Samuel is both friendly and professional. He explained everything in terms I could fully understand. I walked out of the appointment feeling so relieved to have finally found a doctor who listens and cares.

I have been a patient of Dr Samuels for 10 years. He and his staff have always been courteous and helpful. I would highly recommend him to someone looking for a rheumatologist.

Condescending and rude

He was combative when I was trying to tell him the history of my hip. He examined me and told me there was nothing wrong with the joint. I was told he would have my MRI results but he did not. After the exam, I got MRI results (ordered by diff doc) with all of the following present in that hip: osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, a fracture, and fluid in the joint. Nothing wrong? Give me a break. Incompetent at best, malicious or sadistic at worst.

I’ve been a patient of his for years. He’s an excellent doctor and has helped me with rheumatoid arthritis. Thank you so much Dr. Samuel!

I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis 26 years ago. I had seen several doctors since then. Dr. Samuel has been the only doctor to talk with me and let me verbalize my goals and expectations in treatments. I’ve seen him for 5+ years and he keeps me working. If not for him and the grace of God, I would have had to give up nursing.

It was years ago when I seen him. I had already been diagnosed with RA by another Dr. who referred me to Sr. Samuel. He was the most rude, condescending, non caring person I had ever met in my life. He told me I didn't have RA, without doing ANY test!!! I left the office so upset I could barely drive home. He was so horrible I wouldn't even recommend him to my worst enemy. Ralph Webb in Huntington is no better either, I've quit seeing him also. I refuse to be subjected to that type of behavior because I value myself more than that.