Harold A Fogel, MD

Very impressed with Dr. Fogel. He was the 4th surgical opinion I got, and was more thorough in exam than anyone else. Excellent people and communication skills. Gave me a lot of time. Answered all questions. Gave me confidence in the procedure.

Dr. Fogel is extremely knowledgable, an expert in his field of orthopedics, has exceptional bedside manner and a down to earth personality. He reviewed all my imaging with me and explained based on the imaging the type of procedure I should consider. I highly recommend Dr. Fogel as he is extremely exceptional in all aspects of delivering high quality patient care! [redacted]

This was my first meeting with Dr fogel and I was impressed with his knowledge and compassion

Dr Fogel is wonderful

The entire care team were professional and sensitive to my unique case, going to great lengths to explain what appears to be causing the symptoms

Yes, this provider was very, very accurate, very caring, very, you know, he handled all my problems. He got me to the person I wanted to be with that I needed, non-invasive and pain management. So he's a great guy. I mean, I would see him again in a heartbeat. I give him a 10. I give him an 11, okay? Thank you.

Responsive and he followed up with consulting other doctor

Very professional, friendly and thoroughly explained my condition.

Dr. Fogel was pleasant and knowledgeable. He seemed knowledgeable. He explained things clearly. He showed me the scans and x-rays that they had taken and what he explained, what he was going to do and why. As far as being able to recommend him heartily, obviously I haven't had the surgery yet, so I'd have to hold judgment on that, but so far, so good.

I found him very caring and interested in my problem. This was my first visit and look forward to my next visit after having my MRI s done

Fantastic tram

He answered my questions.

He listens, diligently, and probed me repeatedly about how I experienced pain, when and where, and explained his plan for remedial relief in a way I could understand. I was very impressed with Dr. Fogel.

Very empathetic. Patient. Knowledgable.

Dr. Fogel is an excellent doctor. He operated on me and he's in very good care during and after my surgery and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anybody else to go there.

Very helpful; appreciate the prompt appointment availability and the time spent.

Okay meeting.

Well executed visit. Professional and courteous.

Excellent!!!

Dr Fogel is a great Dr. He seems to want to make sure you are feeling the way you should after surgery and that there are no unanswered questions concerning post surgery. Very efficient and professional.

Wonderful friendly, vivacious person! And kind and courteous too! He's been a friend for a long time! I would strongly recommend him to any patient with spinal problems!

Clear, concise, helpful.

Doctor was called to surgery during our appointment. So time spent was short. Doctor did follow up on following day.

Dr saw me and 5 hours later I was admitted to MGH. I got great care on emergency basis.

highly knowledgeable.

Dr. Fogel was an excellent doctor. I've never met a person like him. He explained everything and I couldn't ask for about a better doctor better nurses then they were down to Mass General.

Could not have asked for a better physician. Dr. Fogel was absolutely awesome

Dr. Fogel is a welcome provider, and I hate that word. He's a welcome physician. He understands how important it is to have a collaborative, trusted relationship with a patient, and he exemplified that during the visit. He's a great listener. He employs humor and empathy to great effect, and I would recommend him anywhere to anyone in need of a great orthopedic surgeon.

Dr Fogel excellent doctor

I appreciated his patience for answering questions and providing explanations.

I am so grateful that I met Dr Fogel .. He is honest, energetic, confident ... put me at ease & gave me hope

Dr Fogel was thorough & knowledgeable. He was compassionate about my medical history & past recent surgeries. We came up with a plan that I agree with, makes sense & will hopefully relieve back pain. Positive visit. Thank you!

I was very pleased with Dr fogel. He was kind, attentive, and focused on what was in my best interest. He took the time to explain everything in detail.

From the very beginning of my cervical spine surgery journey, with my being recommended to Dr. Fogel, he has been top-notch, very thorough, with much clarity, and that process has continued from the very beginning until this point.

Dr. Fogel was excellent. Explained everything in great detail. Showed concern about my situation. I left feeling very good about my health.

Dr. Fogel was wonderful. He listened and spoke in terms that I could understand. He ordered blood work, and an EKG all were done right after my appointment. A very efficient operation.

I suspected that I would need a second spine surgery. Dr. Fogel performed my first. I wouldn't think of going to anyone other that him for this one.

Dr. Fogel is an excellent surgeon. He has given me a new lease on my active life. He is also a terrific listener which some surgeons struggle with. He is the "real deal" and I feel fortunate to have ended up in his ( and his team's) care.

Fogel is a good doctor

It was a very good appointment got answers to all of our medical guestions.

Dr.Fogel was great. I felt very comfortable. He was actually my 2nd opinion. I was so impressed I selected him.

Dr Fogel is an extremely knowledgable in his field of spinal diagnoses and treatment, and seen, read and studied my spinal MRI test results before coming to see me, and explained to me in detail, what are my options for treatment, to get rid of my severe pain, I have been living for the past 10 days. He is a true caring processional.

He was very kind and never felt pressure to have surgery.

Doctor was thorough and patient. Reviewed the options for my treatment with me.

Dr. Fogel was absolutely a 10 out of 10. He was caring, very detailed and thorough. He researched my case in advance of me starting my examination. He accelerated his schedule to squeeze me in based on the severity of my situation. Um, he, pointed out all of my options and let me consider those options and then helped ask me questions to land at a decision. And I felt very comfortable with my decision. He outlined what I could expect from the surgery and the results were exactly as he indicated. I already have feeling back where I had.

All was good. We explored care options

Dr. Fogel was very concerned about me and making a plan of care that would meet my needs.

I expect to see Dr. Fogel in about 6 months to be certain my surgery continues to heal correctly and completely .

I have a phone appointment coming up to go over everything including meds prior to surgery.

Dr. Fogel was extremely professional and competent. He explained EVERYTHING in a clear and precise way. He showed me my X-ray to help me understand my problem. He explained all options and helped me reach a decision that both of us agreed on. He was very prepared and had obviously read my medical history. He answered all my questions and listened to my concerns. Overall, it was a productive, informative, and top notch appointment!

Best experience with this surgeon

Excellent Nothing to say

This Dr. Fogel gets a 10 on all categories. He's an excellent doctor. He's a very fine person. He's very kind. I'm going to miss seeing him. He's helped me so much.

Dr. Fogel was completely aware of my treatment and surgeries. He also removed the many stitches from my back.

Everything was explained very succinctly

My check-in was odd. Normally, the check-in is incredibly respectful and quick and professional. On that day, I was surprised by the brusque and snarky treatment I received from the receptionist. It stood out (in a bad way, obviously) as most of the time it is outstanding.

Well, I absolutely love his work. He has taken me from surgery back in 2020 and turned my life around completely, whereas the other doctor that did my surgery back in 2020 just didn't seem to care about anything and he never called me back. But Dr. Fogel was a different story. He had me in his office, he showed us exactly what was wrong, my husband and I, and so he is rated a 10 in my books and always will be.

Thank you

Dr Fogel does a great job. He listens carefully and is caring and respectful.

Yes, Dr. Fogel was more focused on the computer in my former notes from Dr. [redacted] and didn't interact with me hardly at all in the things that I was telling him. I don't think that he realizes what I'm trying to say to him and the majority of the notes don't align with each other. They're not accurate and I wish he had spent more time speaking with me, the patient, and observing what's going on with me opposed to just referring to what other doctors said and what I should do. [redacted]

I was treated well and explained everything from Dr. Fogel and his assistant and they explained it in layman terms, which I could understand. So I was very impressed, so Thank you.

He was very knowledgeable and I understood everything he was saying and I think he's a great doctor.

I appreciated that Dr. Fogel treated me with respect. He walked me through the imaging and related reports, listened to my concerns and questions, and helped me think through my options carefully. I liked that he focused on less invasive treatments as a first line rather than pushing for injections or surgery. I felt that he was very friendly and approachable. I would definitely see him again if needed and recommend him to others.

Dr Fogel was excellent Doctor very impressed ty

Efficient.. friendly...organized

Yes, my experience with Dr. Fogel and also his assistant [redacted] was excellent. They were timely. He got back to me right away. Everyone was wonderful. I highly recommend their care. And all of the people at Mass General who performed the injection under Dr. Fogel's care were phenomenal. I am very pleased under the circumstances. It was such a great relief being there. Wonderful care. I thank you very much.

Dr. Fogel is absolutely brilliant and he was very thorough with my care and moving forward with what the plan and prognosis and decisions would be.

Yes, Dr. Fogel was professional, personable, thorough, highly expert, and very much appreciated meeting him and being counseled by him. Thank you.