Dr. Robert Karsch, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male•Age 58
Accepting new patients
Atlanta Orthopaedic and Spine LLC
2675 N Decatur Rd Ste 404 Decatur, GA 30033Dr. Robert Karsch, MD is a Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Decatur, GA and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine medical school in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Emory Decatur Hospital and Northside Hospital. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Karsch to book an appointment.
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What went well
- Staff friendliness (23)
- Trusted the provider's decisions (22)
- Appointment scheduling (21)
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed (9)
- Didn't explain conditions well (8)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (8)
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Dr. Karsch did not review the left and right shoulder x-rays I brought to his office and declined the need for additional ones. He relied solely on a physical examination was not nearly as thorough and as I would have expected (I am a physician, although not an orthopedist). His conclusion was only that of degenerative processes in the a-c joints (bilateral). I never mentioned that I was a physician, although he should have known from my questions that I had more medical knowledge that most of his patients. Instead, he came across as cocky and dismissive. I subsequently visited another orthopedist who conducted a more thorough physical exam, reviewed the old and a new set of x-rays and discussed his concerns, in great detail, about rotator cuff tear, subsequently confirmed by MRI.
I would never recommend Dr. Karsch.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Sep 04, 2020
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Dr. Karsch is an excellent doctor who takes time to examine his patients and apply his vast knowledge and experience to recommend treatment. I highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of top notch hand and shoulder injury evaluation/treatment.
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
Phillip Ijoma – Mar 03, 2020
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Dr. Karachi was warm and quick to identify issues with my shoulder and hip. He was not pushy and gave me my options in a concise and meaningful manner. I felt confident in his knowledge and precision of observation.
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
Charles M in Decatur , Georgia – Jun 28, 2019
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Kind, caring, brilliant. My knee has never felt better
What went well
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Sep 14, 2018
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Didn't actually see doctor until 2nd visit - saw his staff who are quite nice and helpful. Dr. spent very few minutes with me and ignored most of what I was telling him. It felt like since my situation wasn't a surgical situation that he was done...no further advice, no empathy, just please go to another doctor for help. Sincerely frustrating after going through hoops of getting appointment, doing tests, being hopeful for some relief, etc... Dr.'s bedside manner needs work!
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
Sep 07, 2018
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Dr. Karsch in my opinion is a wonderful physician. I had to have both shoulders operated on. After surgery and physical therapy both of my shoulders we're fine no more pain
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
Floyd Knight in Augusta. Ga – Apr 17, 2018
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Dr.Karsh was the 3rd orthopedic i had been to but the first one to find out what was wrong with my knee. He is a doctor who is about his patients. I will recommend him to anyone.
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
Chris Ownbey in Atlanta, GA – Mar 21, 2017
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Dr. Karsch and his staff go to great lengths to make the overall experience very positive. His attention to detail and non-rush demeanor really put you in good hands. The wait in the exam room can be a little longer than others, but it is totally worth the wait because you have his undivided attention. I have and will be recommending him to family and friends in the future, without any hesitation.
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
Maurice R. in Atlanta, GA – Dec 07, 2016
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Dr.Karsch is a great orthopedic !! He is very thorough with his examination.( He takes time with his patients, you will not feel rushed like a herd of cattle) You will get the same attention when its your turn. Over the years i have had knee injections,recently Dr.K injected my knee, shoulder and wrist. I must say that his injections are almost painless.. he knows what he is doing!! ( My experience )
I am proud to say he is my orthopedic !! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
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
Marsha M in Canton,Ga – Nov 17, 2016
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I feel like reached out to safe hands. I am really happy the way I was diagnosed and explanation for the problem in detail helped me to understand my issue better.
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
Ragothaman Srinivasan in Atlanta, GA – Oct 20, 2016
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I went to Dr. Karsch because I thought I had injured my ankle. I was seen within a day of calling. The staff was very friendly and easy to talk to. Dr. Karsch listen to my concerns and even though I did not know how I hurt myself, he ordered an xray. After showing me the xray and explaining how and why it eliminated injury and arthritis. He then eliminated a sprain. He recommended I see a vascular surgeon and it was the right call. Now I can walk and feel I owe it to his knowledge. Thx
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
Miranda R in Norcross, GA – Oct 06, 2016
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I would and have recommended Dr Karsch to my friends and family. He is a very good physician. He gives options for treatment and will not operate on someone when it's not needed.
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
Elizabeth in Atlanta, GA – Sep 13, 2016
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I would not recommend this office to any patient because I care that no one receives the incompetent treatment I did. I ended up in the ER from this practice after being misdiagnosed. Hopefully, I won't have permanent damage from this doctor. Kodi, his physician assistant mocks people and tells them they're making up their injuries for money, basically calls people fakes. I've seen over 6 providers and suffered severe trauma in my car accident, so I don't think you can fake brain trauma.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Kim L. in Atlanta, GA – Aug 29, 2016
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Excellent staff and they are extremely helpful. They recommended a great cast protector that was fairly inexpensive. Dr Karsch was also very detailed and helpful in his explanations of how he planned to repair my tendon and he also performed a seemless surgery with 0 pain. Highly recommended!
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
- Long wait times
Brandon Plowden in Atlanta, GA – Jun 20, 2016