Dr. Joel Jacowitz, MD
Old Hook Medical Associates
452 Old Hook Rd Fl 2 Emerson, NJ 07630Accepting new patients
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What went well
- Staff friendliness (29)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (27)
- Listened & answered questions (27)
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions (8)
- Appointment was rushed (7)
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions (7)
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Horrible doctor with no bedside manner and condescending attitude. Didn’t listen at all. Only interested in prescribing meds. Would rate zero stars if I could.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Apr 09, 2021
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Excellent physician. Understanding in these pandemic times.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Joe Retcho – Apr 06, 2021
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Dr. Jackovitz is very friendly, professional, good listener, would recommend to anyone who need great cardiologist.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Donna Schwed – Mar 23, 2021
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Always on time. Listens well to my concerns. Gives honest answers. Show him data and you'll make his day.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Stan, Lodi NJ – Jan 29, 2021
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I have been a patient of Dr Jacowitz since 2014. He saved my life, as I was facing an imminent fatal cardiac emergency. His patient care manner and professionalism are truly what should be expected of a physician.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Matt Musicant – Dec 14, 2020
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I have battled high blood pressure for years and Dr. Jackowitz has been able to keep it under control with various medications.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
Patrol Conklin – Jul 30, 2020
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The nurse was very supportive of my wellbeing as she stuck my right index finger to draw a droplet of blood,which did not hurt at all.
My consultation with Dr. Jackowitz was informative and we made arrangements for my next visit in late September. Antoinette,Desk consultant,helped me as I made an appointment. This medical practice comes highly recommended by me.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Richard Palatucci – Jul 27, 2020
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The worst doctors visit I ever had. There was no examination and told me to continue doing what I was doing. That didn't work. I decided to see another Cardiologist who changed my regiment of medications and was able to see a big change and ultimately fixed my problem within days. I came away from Dr. Jacowitz office visit that he really had no interest in treating me. Arrogant and no compassion or bedside manner at all. He seemed annoyed that I was asking too many questions. I would never recommend Dr. Jacowitz. I think he needs to retire.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
Modesta Montero – Jul 15, 2020
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Prompt care. Very short wait time. Felt he understood my health issue. I'm a first time client and new to NJ. Not the best time to change doctors and states - during a pandemic. I am totally satisfied and grateful for the care. Office staff is so empathetic. 5 stars all around.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Daun N. – Jul 08, 2020
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He has been my cardiologist for years and now my husband,,we both find him
Excellent on all fronts..I would highly recommend him to anyone needing great care...Carol pincus
What went well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Carol and Mel Pincus – Jul 07, 2020
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Friendly professional service
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Fabienne Ryan – Jan 22, 2020
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Doctor Jackowitz is the guy I trust with all things cardiac. I always feel like he’s in control. Listens to me just like he listens to my heart !
Recommend him in a heartbeat!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Bill Ryan – Dec 04, 2019
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As always the staff and Doctor were very friendly and professional
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Nov 21, 2019
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I picked one star because zero was not an option. I joined my mother for an appointment where she needed to understand why she needed a pace maker. He was short, rude, didn’t take the time or care to help her understand her condition. He was annoyed with questions. I would not recommend him.
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Laura in Paramus NJ – Apr 26, 2018
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I'm a 40-something year-old man with two young children. I literally owe my life to Dr. Jacowitz. I had two very large aortic aneurysms that Rd. Jacowitz discovered before they ruptured. If it wasn't for him I probably would not be here today.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jason in New Jersey – Apr 24, 2018
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Wow. Thank goodness the test I took today showed I did not need a cardiologist, but if I did at least I would know who NOT to choose.
His arrogance and lack of bedside manner even had his nurse rolling her eyes. When he told ME to tell my internist that she was wasting time and money with the tests she was ordering, even the nurse said to him 'Why don't you do it?' He stated it wasn't worth the call.
Time to retire and do something you enjoy, Doc, cause it sure isn't this anymore...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Happy I don't need this Doc!!! – Apr 28, 2017
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Very friendly and informative. I would not have any problems recommending Dr. Jacowitz to anyone in need of a cardiologist.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Andrew G. in Park Ridge, NJ – Jun 29, 2016
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Very professional, easy to talk to. Like a friend. In full control of the situation which makes you confident that your in good hands. I wish he was my primary doctor.
Came to help me when I needed him fast.
Exceptional Doctor I was lucky to find thru a friend.
Fred Newman
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Fred Newman in Mahwah, NJ 07430 – Dec 24, 2015