Having Dr. Fullington as my first experience with a surgeon was excellent. She was able to consult with me within a week. When we met she was empathetic and patiently listened to me, and provided me with the right level of information to make my decision to move forward with the surgery. My procedure went without any problems and I recovered very quickly thanks to her expertise. I would highly recommend her to anyone without question. From Google reviews
I had my inguinal hernia procedure six weeks ago with Dr Reinhorn. I had had the hernia for 2 1/2 years so it was pretty large. Everything went well at Newton Wellesley. Followed all post- op instructions and progressed nicely. Any discomfort has gone away and I am back to normal activities. Thank you Dr Reinhorn and all involved at the hospital. From vitals.com
Performed Bilateral Inguinal Hernia procedure. Thorough pre-op instructions, and problem free post-surgery recovery. The best possible outcome has been experienced. Clearly, I give the highest recommendation for Dr Fullington to prospective patients. Do not waste your time considering other surgeons. From healthgrades.com
The team of Dr Michael Reinhorn & PA Lauren Ott provided an exceptional surgical experience. The initial interview, included a thorough, unhurried exam; careful, complete explanation of my recommended surgery; and answers to all my questions. I left feeling alleviated of my fears & reassured. The day of surgery, the.team calmly prepared me them employed their unparalleled medical skills to provide a highly successful surgery with minimal discomfort afterwards. Lauren’s 2-week follow up exam & visit confirmed that my recuperation was following a normal progression: that any minor twinges, bulges or sensations were well within expectable ranges and would continue to dissipate. In addition, the Boston Hernia website provides very complete information for the patient to review. If you or a family member are facing hernia surgery, I most heartily recommend Dr Michael Reinhorn and PA Lauren Ott. From vitals.com
I was referred to Dr. Fullington by my PCP. I was seen initially in May 2022 to examine a left inguinal hernia. I began having hernia pain in 2023 and had a follow-up visit with Dr. Fullington. She explained the procedure very thoroughly and I was scheduled for surgery in one month. Dr. Fullington met me in the day surgery suite at NWH and explained the process. The NMH staff was very friendly and efficient. I was treated very professionally. The procedure went smoothly and I was not in much pain at all. I needed only over the counter meds for pain for two days and felt very comfortable. I began walking the next day and felt little pain. I resumed my normal activities(running, biking, stretching, lifting weights) in two weeks. Incision is healing nicely and I was totally pleased with the professionalism and skill of Dr. Fullington and her staff. I would recommend Dr. Fullington to friends and family without reservation. From Healthgrades
It was a good experience from the office visit to the procedure. She and her team explained everything in detail and everything went seamlessly from start to finish. Very minimal pain after surgery. i would recommend Dr Fullington to anyone needing hernia surgery From Healthgrades
I am 78 years old. Dr. Reinhorn recently did my inguinal hernia surgery and I an very pleased with his work and the entire process at Newton Wellesley Hospital. It all couldn't have gone more smoothly and I was in and out of the hospital in only 2 1/2 hours. He was able to make me feel comfortable about the procedure before the surgery. He's a real 5 star doctor in my book !! From Healthgrades
I had a great experience with Dr. Reinhorn; from the first consultation, to the pre-op review, to surgery, and follow up, everything was explained in terms I understood, there were no surprises, and the surgery itself was flawless. I feel great, and I feel that if I did have a problem, there is a robust and readily available support system in place. I would strongly recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his team to anyone considering hernia surgery; they were outstanding. From Healthgrades
My experience with Dr. Reinhorn from stat to finish was the best experience I’ve ever had with a doctor. Dr Reinhorn was very professional, personable, knowledgeable, on time, answered all my questions, did not rush my appointment all in all a great guy. If you have a hernia this is the guy you want to see. From Healthgrades
Surgery went very well with very little pain afterwards. Would recommend Dr Fullington for this type surgery anytime From Google Reviews
Dr. Fullington is very professional -- great outcome with quick recovery. From Google Reviews
Excellent care, Dr. Fullington is a talented surgeon, great bedside manner. Thank you :) From Google Reviews
It has been about six weeks since my surgery. I waited for over three years to address the hernia simply because I dreaded the surgery and read about too many issues resulting from it. As a result my hernia became very large and more painful. Luckily, I researched and discovered Dr. Reinhorn and his hernia practice that specializes in hernia repair. He was reasuring, kind and I felt in very good hands because he is so well qualified. I went through a day surgery at the surgery center. Everyone was respectful and caring. My fears were quickly allayed once I was there and felt in such competent care with the whole team. Dr. Reinhorn explained that day how the surgery would go and what to expect after surgery including any swelling or pain so that I wouldn’t freak out. The first week I only needed Advil/Tylenol for the pain. Dr. Reinhorn and his assistant did a fantastic job, the scar was minimal, and now it is barely noticeable, and after two weeks the swelling went down and I felt almost back to normal. Now I am back working out, weight lifting and running, and my abdomen looks like it did before the hernia. There is only a little tenderness which is slowly getting better. I only wish I had done this procedure three years ago as it would have saved me so much anxiety, pain, and depression. Dr. Reinhorn and his team are the best and I am so grateful to them for my great care and results! From Google Reviews
I cannot say enough positives about my experience with Dr. Reinhorn and his entire team. An incredibly skilled surgeon who has bedside manner. He is grounded and he relates to patients in a way a lot of doctors cannot. He's talented, relatable and one of the best docs I've ever been involved with, surgery or otherwise. From Google Reviews
Thanks so much to Dr. Reinhorn, Lauren Ott and the Boston Hernia staff for my successful inguinal hernia repair on 1/20/2023. Everyone was kind, considerate and professional. My recovery was fast and without pain or discomfort. Thanks again, Ken T. From Google Reviews
My initial research found their website to be very comprehensive and informative which answered most of my questions. My appointment with Lauren and Dr. Fullington was very thorough but personable and reassuring. My wife and I left feeling comfortable and confident that we had made the right decision. Dr Reinhorn performed the surgery at Newton Wellesley Hospital and everything was first class. All the personnel and medical staff were professional and efficient. There was never any "down time" and the entire process was run like a well-drilled team. I checked in at 7:00am and was out by 12:30pm. Prior to the surgery Dr. Reinhorn came by to speak to me and my wife and explained exactly what he was going to do. He answered all our questions and the bilateral hernia surgery was completed without anything unexpected. There was no grogginess or pain. I only took acetaminophen and ibuprofen and was out walking the next day. A very positive experience! From Google Reviews
I was referred to Dr. Fullington by my PCP. I was seen initially in May 2022 to examine a left inguinal hernia. I began having hernia pain in 2023 and had a follow-up visit with Dr. Fullington. She explained the procedure very thoroughly and I was scheduled for surgery in one month. Dr. Fullington met me in the day surgery suite at NWH and explained the process. The NMH staff was very friendly and efficient. I was treated very professionally. The procedure went smoothly and I was not in much pain at all. I needed only over the counter meds for pain for two days and felt very comfortable. I began walking the next day and felt little pain. I resumed my normal activities(running, biking, stretching, lifting weights) in two weeks. Incision is healing nicely and I was totally pleased with the professionalism and skill of Dr. Fullington and her staff. I would recommend Dr. Fullington to friends and family without reservation. From healthgrades.com
Doctor Nora Fullington at Boston Hernia is simply amazing. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking hernia repair. I am three weeks out from having Advanced Open Preperitoneal Inguinal Hernia surgery, and am still in disbelief that I had zero pain at any point following surgery. Friends find it hard to believe, but it’s true! I used no opioid meds, just acetaminophen and ibuprofen in combination, as directed. I am now fully recovered, per my post-op visit, when I was cleared to resume my normal activities. I am so pleased that I found Dr. Fullington. You can look no further for an outstanding hernia surgeon. My heartfelt thanks to her, and to her assistant, Kortney. They are wonderful. My thanks, too, to the surgical team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. They were remarkable. From vitals.com
Doctor Nora Fullington at Boston Hernia is simply amazing. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking hernia repair. I am three weeks out from having Advanced Open Preperitoneal Inguinal Hernia surgery, and am still in disbelief that I had zero pain at any point following surgery. Friends find it hard to believe, but it’s true! I used no opioid meds, just acetaminophen and ibuprofen in combination, as directed. I am now fully recovered, per my post-op visit, when I was cleared to resume my normal activities. I am so pleased that I found Dr. Fullington. You can look no further for an outstanding hernia surgeon. My heartfelt thanks to her, and to her assistant, Kortney. They are wonderful. My thanks, too, to the surgical team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. They were remarkable. From vitals.com
Dr. Fullington is *the* surgeon to fix your hernia. She is very talented and personable. She did perfect work on me and my recovery has been rapid and pain free. I give her tops marks all around. From vitals.com
Dr Reinhorn and the entire staff at Boston Hernia Center were great. Dr Reinhorn has exceptional experience, skill and results - a significant differentiator in the physician selection process. The entire team continuously demonstrated a high degree of professionalism throughout every phase: pre-surgery; surgery; and post-surgery. I feel very fortunate to have had such and impressive doctor and competent medical team. From healthgrades.com
The experience with Dr Reinhorn and the entire staff at Boston Hernia Center could not have been better. The degree of professionalism was exceptional at every phase - pre-surgery, surgery andpost-surgery. I selected Dr Reinhorn because of his impressive experience, skill and results. I feel very fortunate to be in such capable hands.
Dr Reinhorn and Lauren were great performing my hernia surgery. No one wants surgery but they get an A+. The surgery was done at Boston Out-Patient Surgical Suites. Much better than a hospital. From start to finish it was an excellent experience. From vitals.com
Dr. Reinhorn is an incredibly skilled surgeon. He repaired my femoral hernia. The results from surgery were immediate. I had little to no recovery pain and felt completely back to normal within one week. Most importantly, my quality of life has improved significantly since surgery. No more discomfort and pain from my hernia, which means I can sleep through the night. I feel a lot stronger physically and feel like this surgery has changed my life. I would highly recommend Dr Reinhorn. From healthgrades.com
I had a wonderful experience from the day I met Dr. Fullington in her office. She is kind, patient, empathetic and listens to your concerns and needs. I had thoroughly read the website, which helped with our conversation. The website is extremely detailed. I had a very bad experience in my late teens, so I was extra nervous. Dr. Fullington created a plan and my surgery went very well and the recovery was really a breeze. I did this without any pain medication. I had a scar from a c-section and as I noticed myself heal and the bruising go away, I noticed that Dr. Fullington aligned the scar with my c-section, so that I did not have an additional scar. I found this to be so thoughtful. If you need a hernia repair, Dr. Fulington is the doctor to see. I was a little nervous waiting to go into the OR and Dr. Fullington came and talked to me for a bit before we went in. I have no recollection of anything and I am completely healed without pain. The interesting part is I had a lot of pain before the surgery, so once I had the surgery even though I was healing from that, it was still less pain then before I had it. I hope this review helps other patients. I should add that the practice is very easy to work with and the communication is excellent. From Google reviews
Dr. Reinhorn was great from my first consult right through to my post op follow up appointment. All of his support staff were great too. He has a good bedside manner but more importantly gave me a feeling of great confidence in his ability to take care of me. I came from Upstate New York and it was definitely worth the drive to have someone with his experience doing the surgery. From Google reviews
Very attentive to all questions and genuinely concerned about health and feelings of her patient. Seems to be completely focused on each patients individual needs so that they have a surgery designed specifically for them. Dr Fullington seemed to be ready for all possibilities to make sure that the operation went well and that the recovery was great and quick. Thank you to Dr Fullington and the staff of Boston Hernia.
Dr. Fullington and Anna were incredible. Very quick turnaround from consultation to surgery, and great follow-up afterward. Highly highly recommend.
Very attentive to all questions and genuinely concerned about health and feelings of her patient. Seems to be completely focused on each patients individual needs so that they have a surgery designed specifically for them. Dr Fullington seemed to be ready for all possibilities to make sure that the operation went well and that the recovery was great and quick. Thank you to Dr Fullington and the staff of Boston Hernia. From Google Reviews
Dr. Fullington's practice utilizes the two best hernia repair techniques available at present (October 2021), which you can confirm for yourself with some internet research. Fullington and her staff are kind, caring, and competent. As with any other human endeavor, "practice makes perfect": they have done thousands of hernia repairs, so it is no surprise that my repair went well. At every stage of the process -- pre-op, op, post-op -- what happened to me is exactly what they predicted would happen. Highest marks. From Google reviews
I have actually had two (unrelated) hernia repairs performed at Boston Hernia, the first by Dr. Reinhorn and most recently by Dr. Fullington, and both were outstanding. Dr. Fullington performed a very thorough examination and discussed the recommended procedure for me with detail and care. Although it turned out my hernia was large, my recovery was quick and I needed no opioids. I had one follow up question and the staff put me in touch with Dr. Fullington right away, and she answered my question completely. I really hope I don't have a third occasion to see Dr. Reinhorn or Dr. Fullington (!), but if I need to I will not hesitate to return to the caring and extremely professional doctors and staff at Boston Hernia. From Google Reviews
Great overall experience and would highly recommend! I had an umbilical hernia that bulged and now I have my bellybutton back! lol From healthgrades.com
Dr. Fullington was excellent. Appointments were not rushed and she addressed my concerns thoroughly. Surgery went great and recovery has been a breeze. Very satisfied with the over all care. Support staff was also very helpful and kind. From healthgrades.com
Dr Fullington performed lathroscopic inguinal hernia surgery on me at the beginning of June 2021 at Newton Wellesleey Hospital for a recurrence that I had repaired by a general surgeon 15 years ago. The first two days post surgery, incision sites in my abdomen were moderately uncomfortable, took a couple hydrocodone to calm it down, then a few days of Tylenol . The primary discomfort after that was primarily itching as the incisions healed and the stitches dissolved, which I treated with a small amount of Gold Bond Medicated Powder. Two or three days prior to my follow up, started to experience a fair amount of discomfort at the site of the hernia which had not been there previously, and had me fairly concerned. It felt almost as though I needed to push the hernia back into place as I had been doing prior to the surgery. I had followed directions to limit my activity and lifting, but was nonetheless concerned that I had a recurrence or the mesh had come detached. Upon my visit, Dr. Fullington conducted an exam and assured me that what I was experiencing was a not unusual part of the recovery, and would resolve itself. A few days after this visit and I can say this seems to be the case. Yesterday was 3 weeks since my surgery, and I have now began to ramp up my physical activity. I am a 55 year old male with a job that requires constant physical activity and heavy lifting, so I have not yet returned to work. However I will say my experience with Dr. Fullington and her staff was great. She listened sympathetically and addressed all my concerns. She even paid me a visit in post op which has not always been my experience with surgeons. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needed this procedure. Also, as I mentioned, her staff is outstanding, including the office staff who could not be more helpful with appointments and work related paperwork. From Google Reviews
Full and complete information of the procedure, pre-op and post-op. I was very comfortable with the initial consultation with both Dr. Reinhorn and Lauren. I had a couple of questions prior to my two week follow up and was given detailed and appropriate answers. I would highly recommend the practice. My parting words with Dr. Reinhorn was that I would never have to see him again, shared with a nice laugh. From vitals.com
Dr. Reinhorn and Lauren were the best. They took the time to explain everything I should expect and were spot on. I took over the counter pain meds for two days and was essentially pain free in 5 days. The Newton-Wellsley staff was also top notch. I highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn! From healthgrades.com
Everything went exactly as planned and per all the information I gathered from his website and my office visit. Am glad I did not wait any longer to have my hernia repaired and found a doctor who specialized in this. I believe the process was streamlined to make for a more comfortable experience and better outcome.
If you're looking for a fast recovery Inguinal Hernia surgery, see Dr. Michael Reinhorn. I did a lot of research on the best options for fixing the hernia that I had for six years. I wanted an alternative to traditional open repair so I researched laparoscopic repair. I was not thrilled with the general anesthesia associated with that option. Dr. Reinhorn's minimally invasive option is the best route by far. My surgery was on Friday and I was a bit uncomfortable for a couple of days. Sleeping was tough the first night but I chose not to take any narcotic pain killers and stuck to Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen. By Monday I was getting around easier but was careful to avoid lifting anything heavier than 25 lbs. I was back to work on Tuesday. Within a week I was feeling about 75% and by 2.5 weeks I'm happy to say I am about 95% and have been to a couple of yoga classes and done a few light workouts. Don't know why I waited so long to have my repair done. Thank you! From healthgrades.com
If you're looking for a fast recovery Inguinal Hernia surgery, see Dr. Michael Reinhorn. I did a lot of research on the best options for fixing the hernia that I had for six years. I wanted an alternative to traditional open repair so I researched laparoscopic repair. I was not thrilled with the general anesthesia associated with that option. Dr. Reinhorn's minimally invasive option is the best route by far. My surgery was on Friday and I was a bit uncomfortable for a couple of days. Sleeping was tough the first night but I chose not to take any narcotic pain killers and stuck to Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen. By Monday I was getting around easier but was careful to avoid lifting anything heavier than 25 lbs. I was back to work on Tuesday. Within a week I was feeling about 75% and by 2.5 weeks I'm happy to say I am about 95% and have been to a couple of yoga classes and done a few light workouts. Don't know why I waited so long to have my repair done. Thank you! From healthgrades.com
If you need hernia surgery, Dr. Reinhorn and his assistant Lauren should be the only doctor and assistant you consider. His innovative procedure was completely pain free immediately after the procedure. I was back to work in 2 days and was walking 5 miles within 5 days. I will be back in the gym next week after 3 weeks off. Things couldn’t have gone better.
Anonymous
Its been 3 weeks since my operation. I was on a tight time schedule the day of my first visit and Catherine assured me that I would be done with my appointment in 30 minutes. Everyone knows that the first time you visit a doctor you need to fill out paperwork, then wait for 30 minutes to be seen. I didn’t believe her. Yes, I did need to fill out paperwork, but then I saw Lauren the PA and Dr. Reinhorn in the next 25 minutes. They examined me, answered questions, discussed my options, and I left within 30 minutes. I did not feel rushed at all, they are just efficient. We (my wife and I) had a great feeling about their team after our visit, and the following week I called to schedule the hernia operation. My operation was at Newton Wellesley Hospital; they had a scheduled call with me a week before the operation to review medications, etc. On the day of the operation, everything went smoothly. You could tell they had done this before; everyone was pleasant and again, efficient. My wife and I were visited both by Lauren and Dr. Reinhorn beforehand to answer any last minute questions we might have. The hospital nursing staff was wonderful as well. My operation was at 9 am and we were home by 2 PM. I had my followup visit with Dr. Reinhorn yesterday; he answered all our questions, and I felt that he sincerely cared about my well-being. I would highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his staff if you have hernia issues. From vitals.com
Dr. Reinhorn provided excellent information about the procedure up front. Recovery went great - after 2 days of mild discomfort, returned to near normal activity. After 10 days, resumed bicycling (68 miles/week) and all activities. No residual effects at all. Recommend this team highly. From healthgrades.com
I found Boston Hernia in process of seeking second opinion on an l hernia I’d been managing for roughly 5 years. Dr. Reinhorn explained the various methods, and associated potential outcomes, to surgically repair my inguinal hernias (he even drew a picture!) and at that consultation it was clear to me that I wanted him to perform this procedure. I was in the OR a mere week later and everything was executed exactly as Dr. Reinhorn and his staff said it would be that day. I had found some pretty dark places online about bilateral hernia surgery recovery and two weeks later I can confirm that the testimonials on the Boston Hernia website are accurate. I took one prescription painkiller the evening of the surgery and never took another. Managed the subsequent discomfort with Advil/Tylenol, was on my feet in a couple of days, and back to work shortly thereafter. I didn’t think it was a possibility for hernia surgery to be a good experience but Dr. Reinhorn and the Boston Hernia team made it that way. A sincere thank you to the doctor and his team!
From vitals.com
He is the expert in this field and we are fortunate to have him in Massachusetts. Did not feel pain after surgery. Never needed Pain killers. Great staff at Boston Hernia. From healthgrades.com
Could not be more pleased with the Dr. Reinhorn and his PA, Lauren as well as the rest of the staff. The professionalism and attention to details were outstanding during both the office visit as well as the surgery that followed. Information was straight forward, they both strived to make sure I understood the issues and offered plenty of time for questions and worked hard to accommodate me. I hope I never need his services again :), but would go back without question. From healthgrades.com
I had a great experience with Dr Reinhorn. I purposely went out of my location range to see him based on the positive reviews that I found in my research - all of which were definitely correct. Very thorough, meticulous, thoughtful, personable and all with a wealth of experience in treating my concern - hernia. Presented all the options in a very clear and precise presentation. One of his main attributes is the Time he spent answering all my questions. I never felt rushed. Very impressed! From healthgrades.com
Having minimal exposure to the medical world just one routine surgery as a child (appendicitis) in decades, and carrying an inguinal hernia for 35-years, it was with great reluctance to finally rid my otherwise healthy body of the unsightly bulge in the groin. It wasn’t painful. It was simply inconvenient and growing, albeit slowly. While hernia surgeries have become common, any surgery, however routine, can be dangerous. The charge, therefore, was to find a top-flight surgeon with impeccable credentials and a bulletproof track record. Born and bred in Boston but living nearly three hours away and mindful of the city’s reputation as a world leader in things medical, I poured over search engines using the keywords Boston and Hernia. It was no contest. The reviews for Dr. Reinhorn were not only good but stellar- written by people who at once were credible not only because of what they said but how they said it. In July, Dr. Reinhorn, backed by a crack team, excised the hernia in a seamless 45-min procedure. I was back home three hours later. Indeed, there was an expected post-surgical aftermath but I quickly was back to normal and, most important it should be stressed that I (while prescribed) took no pain medication. None. Finally, as others may say, it should have been done years ago. Herb S
Herb S.
Last week had hernia repair surgery done by Dr. Reinhorn with his assistant Lauren. Both demonstrated high professional skills and kindness. I would recommend this team to everyone who need. And.. it was not science, but ART. Thank you, Marlena L.
Marlena L.
Dr. Michael Reinhorn, Is an amazing Doctor & Surgeon. His staff and team are world class. I’m a Chef by trade. This was my second hernia op and he had me up and back at work in 2 days. I was able to walk the same day. My previous hernia op by another Doctor was so painful I had to take heavy Meds, I had to crawl around the house for 3 days it was so painful. It took weeks to recover, it was no fun at work either. Dr. Reinhorn is truly amazing. If you need a hernia op use Dr. Reinhorn.
Drew B.
Dr. Reinhorn was the very first surgeon to operate on me at 72. And thank God for that. He performed a right inguinal hernia repair surgery on me last April 29th that went so well I just can’t stop bragging about his work to everyone who asks. Given it was my first operation, I was anxious about everything. After 2 years of research on the Internet and an examination by a hernia surgeon specialist at one of the prestigious NYC hospitals, I naturally questioned my decision . Did I select the the right surgeon? How good was his team? Was the hospital well-equipped and on top of all the latest and best procedures to take care of me if anything happened? Well, may I answer by saying “IF YOU NEED A HERNIA OPERATION THERE IS ONLY ONE SURGEON TO GO TO–DR.MICHAEL REINHORN”. On the day before my scheduled operation, my daughter and I drove about 2 1/2 hours from Greenwich, CT to Dr. Reinhorn’s office at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital about 20 minutes outside of Boston. We arrived at the Indigo Hotel where we were staying at about noon and I then shuttled over to the hospital to go through a series of pre-op testing conducted by very competent and sympathetic nurses. After the testing, I met with Dr. Reinhorn and his assistant Lauren at his office located in one of the wings of the hospital. Dr. Reinhorn and Lauren then went over the entire surgical procedure and answered all my questions and concerns. I was immediately put at ease with their knowledge, experience and their concerned, helpful way of treating me. On operation morning of the 29th, I was first tested with Kat, the pre-op nurse and a 34 year veteran of the operating floor. Right after testing with Kat, both Dr.R and Lauren paid a quick visit to go over the procedure again and answer any of my remaining questions. Never having been “put under” before, I was afraid of taking anesthesia (albeit a regional sedative for the surgery), but Jennifer, the anesthesiologist was so assuring and professional I was ready without any real concern to ‘get it done’. After the surgery, I woke up with an enthusiastic smile and with the whole surgical team around my bed. I was happy it was over and invited everyone out to dinner that night. I was not in any pain with maybe a little discomfort where the incision took place. On the drive back home, I took one Vicodin just in case any pain developed. Now almost 2 weeks after surgery, I can happily report I never experienced any pain, just a mild discomfort which has disappeared , no swelling and just a slight discoloration which is now almost all gone. What can I say? My hernia surgery with Dr.R and his team was an amazing success. Over the last 2 weeks I kept in touch with both Dr.R and Lauren via email. They wanted to know how I was feeling every day–just great personal interest and attention. Again, it’s obvious that I’m very happy I chose Dr. Reinhorn and very highly recommend that you consider his services.
I searched for hernia surgery on the web and Dr. Reinhorn’s site was one of the first to pop up. The site was extremely professional and had great detail about the procedure and also wonderful references. Based on the info on the site, I made an appointment with the Dr and was impressed by his knowledge and communication skills. I moved ahead with the surgery and it went EXACTLY as it was described by the Dr and by the information in the website. I had sought another opinion on the more standard procedure, but honestly took a chance with just the information I have shared. It has been a month since the surgery and I could not be more pleased. I healed with the TWO weeks that was noted and took only pain medication on the day I left the hospital. For me, it was a great success and to date, it has been great!! I am back at FULL strength! The entire staff of his office and the personnel at the hospital could not have been nicer and more professional!! I am grateful!!
Anonymous
I did write a lengthy testimonial,however I will condense it to the fact that Dr Reinhorn, his staff and the entire hospital was fantastic. I am a active 70 year old and I had a small window of opportunity for my surgery. The procedure went great, I rested for a weekend and went to work on Monday. Two weeks later I was in a golf tournament and never gave the operation one thought, highest recommendation!
Joe M.
Dr Michael Reinhorn is a thoroughbred in the repair of inguinal hernias. My procedure was performed in the early morning hours and I left the hospital with absolutely no pain. I took only 3 aleve capsules and no prescription drugs were necessary. I was out and about the next day and as each day progresses I feel like my old self. I want to complement his PA Lauren, Anesthesiologist Dr Murphy, Nurses Gail, Amy, Karen, Patti, Judy & Cathy who all formed an outstanding team to compliment Dr Reinhorn. I highly recommend Dr Reinhorn for inguinal hernia surgical procedures. He is the best. procedures and to all of you reading this review.
Keith C.
All meetings and procrdure were professional and well informed. Management of bleeding was well controlled while I was on a Coumadin blood thinning regimen.
D. E.
Excellent, professional and friendly service by dr Reinhorn, his staff (especially Lauren et al), and the hospital staff. This exceptional treatment extended to both pre and post surgery. In spite of my nervousness, I can say that every effort was made to help me remain calm and relieved. All my questions were answered and never was I rushed to finish. Without a doubt in my mind, this procedure as performed by dr. Reinhorn was outstanding and I would recommend dr. Reinhorn and his support staff to anyone in need of this surgery.
Dan K
I am an active 69 year old male. In November, 2013 I had an inguinal hernia on my left side repaired by a traditional doctor using the traditional methods. Although I was told that I would be able to resume all my normal activities in “three to four weeks”, after the operation I was told all I could to was “walk, talk, eat, and sleep” for eight to ten weeks. Very, very frustrating. In October, 2015 I had an inguinal hernia repaired by Dr. Reinhorn. After the operation I was immediately aware of how much better I felt then after the initial hernia. Pain was significantly reduced; I only took a couple of Tylenols the first day, that was it. I started gently walking the second day, gradually ramped up my exercises after two weeks, and three and a half weeks later I was back to all my normal physical activities. I highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his surgical method. It reduces down time and pain when compared to the traditional surgical technique. Dr. Reinhorn is candid and straight forward in his dealings with his patients and his skills are excellent. Note: The reason it took me so long to post this review is that I had trouble with the vitals website.
Peter J.
I had surgery on Friday, 11/6. By Sunday, 11/8, I was feeling pretty good. By two weeks (11/21), I was feeling 85%. By three weeks (11/27), I was feeling 100%. I would highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn (and Lauren)!
James F.
The whole experience was great. Post-surgery pain was minimal, handled with advil only. The hernia repair has eliminated the pain and discomfort completely. Dr. Reinhorn and his team were as good as it gets.
Anonymous
This could not have gone better. Other than being surprised from some swelling that prevented me from fitting in my suit for a few days, I was driving the next day and working on Monday after a Friday surgery. Discomfort continues to diminish daily. Great surgeon, great staff.
Cliff
Dr. Reinhorn repaired a small inguinal hernia on my right side. I initially found him on the internet while searching for hernia specialists, and my primary care doctor’s office recommended him highly. At every step, I was impressed with the skill, professionalism, and genuine engagement and friendliness shown by Dr. Reinhorn and his staff. The initial assessment was very helpful in understanding what was going on, and figuring out the appropriate course of action, and the surgery itself was a model of organization – everything went like clockwork from the moment I walked in the door. The Newton-Wellesley Surgical Center has good people, and also seems to make a point of having strong procedures in place (e.g., checklists and “time-out”s in the operating room, which are proven to help prevent avoidable complications). One of the most important aspects of the process is that Dr. Reinhorn is enthusiastically engaged with hernia treatment – unlike many surgeons, he seems to be truly interested in it as a specialty, and as a result he has a ton of experience and knowledge. This translated, for me, into a sense that I was in good hands with the best possible odds for a positive outcome. The procedure he uses seems to be the choice of people who really specialize in hernia repair – it requires skill and experience to do properly, but when done right it looks like a great choice for a large number of hernia sufferers. I’m now three weeks out from my operation and ramping up to full physical activity, feeling much better than in the weeks and months before the surgery. I needed two or three doses of the narcotic pain meds right after the procedure, but quickly transitioned to over-the-counter medicine, which I needed (in diminishing quantities) for a week or 10 days. All in all, great experience with Dr. Reinhorn, and I’d recommend a consultation with him to anyone needing help with a hernia.
No longer bulging
My hernia surgery went just as Dr. Reinhorn predicted…no need for serious pain medication, and normal activity in two weeks. In fact I traveled for business 3 days post surgery and was hiking the Tetons two weeks later. Highly recommend his technique.
Anonymous
Recently, on his website, and later at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, I experienced Dr. Michael Reinhorn’s profound analytical expertise and outstanding surgical skill. An “inguinal” hernia, which I once briefly experienced, but which had subsided, and become dormant and painless for over 5 years, suddenly enlarged and produced complete constipation for several days. At Newton-Wellesley Hospital, I was extremely and pleasantly surprised how quickly I recovered, and how well I felt. Just 10 minutes after his surgery, I was already able to walk – without any assistance ! A half-hour later, I left the hospital feeling really well. It was an absolutely amazing experience. Dr. Reinhorn is not only a highly skilled surgeon – he also personally & truly cared about me as his patient. He has changed my daily life, and my lifetime fear of surgery. I am forever grateful for this gift !
Werner M.
The entire staff at Dr. Reinhorn’s office and at the surgical unit at Newton-Wellesley was great. Very friendly and able to help put me at ease. Dr. Reinhorn did a good job explaining things to me along the way. I never felt rushed or hurried. I would not hesitate to send friends and family to him.
Allan D.,
I self diagnosed a left side inguinal hernia, went to my PCP for confirmation. searched on line to learn more about the procedure and found Dr. Reinhorn’s website. Watched the entire procedure on line and become convinced of the logic of the procedure. the interview and the pre-op were efficient and quick. the operation was like a summer breeze, i was up and around an hour after the procedure. Did not require any pain meds. held off my gym activity for three weeks (Dr’s orders) but felt i could go back much sooner. Post-op took 5 minutes and that’s it. thank you Dr. Reinhorn,
Dov Glucksman (78 years young)
Dr. Reinhorn , his staff, and the team at NWH were fabulous! Thank You All.
D. Fletcher
PERFECT! Everything exactly as described. 2 weeks later better than new. (3 hernia repairs)
Stan
I went in after being diagnosed with an umbilical hernia by my PCP and once I was in Dr. Reinhorn’s office I knew I had made the correct decision. As an active athlete and amateur competitor I was eager to get back into the gym, and with Dr. Reinhorn’s plans, I am back and stronger than before. Great experience all around.
Evan
At initial office visit, Dr Reinhorn confirmed what I felt, a left side inguinal hernia. His exam, also, found that I had one on the right side as well. He gave the statistics on the likelihood of the right side hernia causing problems down the road. I opted to have both repaired at the same time. From check in to being escorted out post surgery, the process including local anesthesia was amazingly smooth, painless and patient friendly, with Dr Reinhorn outstanding. Late yesterday evening, after returning home from surgery in the afternoon, I did take one dose of prescribed pain medication, but probably could have done without. I am now less than 24 hours post surgery and still feeling some discomfort, but not nearly enough to require taking any more prescription pain medication even with the two repairs. The speed of recovery is amazing and I expect to be out and about tomorrow and back on the tennis courts in two weeks. Tough to beat that. Thanks, Dr Reinhorn!
Charles F
Inguinal hernia repair. Endured the situation for several years due to a) my inherent concern about any surgery and b) my specific fear about making a barely-tolerable situation worse (e.g. potential post op pain that i had heard about with some of the “older” surgical techniques). It is impossible to overstate how impressive Dr. Reinhorn was, from start to finish. One look at what I was carrying around and Dr. Reinhorn said “It’s time”. His positive, fact-based explanation was done with pragmatism and conviction and won me over during the consultation. He stressed the different technique he utilized, the overwhelming success his (1000 ) patients had experienced over 8 or so years and how the typical post-op statement from patients was “I wish I had done this sooner.” Two weeks after surgery, I am at 100% and eagerly looking forward to getting into activities (e.g. exercise) I was shying away from for the past 3-4 years. Thank you, Dr. Reinhorn.
Michael C.
Just as advertised…. Pain was minimal and quite bearable. Absolutely no complaints. Great doctor.
Steven S.
Dr. Reinhorn worked with me on a course of treatment for my pilonidal cyst, known as a pilonidal cleft lift. This brief procedure cured me of an ailment which had disrupted my life for years. Dr Reinhorn’s personable, consultative approach was very much appreciated — because I had spent so much time research potential cures, and we were able to dialogue together on treatment options. Ultimately, the cleft lift procedure, which removed the diseased tissue while softening the area near my tailbone, has been a true life changing experience. Activities I once took for granted (such as sitting for extended periods without pain) I can now do again. I highly recommend that pilonidal cyst sufferers thoroughly investigate the cleft lift procedure — it has worked wonders for me and should be better known.
Just a great experience from A – Z. I chose Dr. Reinhorn based upon all the great reviews for a quick recovery. I was up and running (literally) within a week and a half of my hernia surgery. Probably could have run sooner but I chose to be a bit cautious. Just great treatment from the whole team at NWH. Thank You!
Paul M.
I had an inguinal hernia repair done by Dr. Reinhorn on December 12th, 2013. I had a very positive experience with him and his team at Newton-Wellesley. Dr. Reinhorn is extremey reassuring and I had confidence I was in good hands. This was my second surgey with him in the past five years. I highly recommend him. Dr Reinhorn’s web site was very helpful in preparing me and answering questions I had.
Richard J, Medfield,Ma
I was diagnosed with a bilateral hernia on 11/8/13. The initial consultation was informative and reassuring. Dr. Reinhorn advanced the normal schedule so that I could have the procedure just a week later. At Newton-Wellesley Surgical Center, the entire team was upbeat, friendly, professional and timely. My recovery is only at the six day point and my discomfort index is very, very low. This is testament to Dr. Reinhorn’s world-class abilities and some very steady hands! Thank you.
Ray H. Wellesley MA
Surgery is never an easy experience, no matter how minor the surgery. I saw Dr. Reinhorn for a routine umbilical hernia correction, but I was apprehensive. However, I quickly found that Dr. Reinhorn is kind and easy to talk to. He took ample time to clearly explain his strategy for treating my condition (he drew illustrative sketches ), the likely outcomes, as well as the risks. He checked in with me before surgery and the next time I saw him was my follow up visit, at which point we both agreed everything had gone very well, without any complications or concerns. I have virtually no visible scar only two weeks after the surgery. I’d highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn to anyone.
Tom L,