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i was a patient of Dr. Barandes several years ago and stopped going for many of the same reasons mentioned in these reviews. Unprofessional, inappropriate comments, unsolicited advice, rushed manner, and unnecessary testing. I know for a fact that a thyroid sonogram is big money for endos, and in my case was an unnecessary procedure. De riguer for those physicians looking for a fast buck. When i questioned the doctor about armour thyroid (a natural porcine-derived thyroid hormone replacement) and whether i should switch to that instead of Synthroid, he became obstinate, angry, said he would not prescribe it, and furthermore, would not continue to treat me if i chose to take that route. Then he stormed out. So i walked out myself behind him, but not before having to endure the rude, agressive office staff who, i agree, are completely indifferent to the dozen people still slumped in their seats in the waiting room, waiting...waiting. In closing, if you decide to go to him despite all the rave reviews, and then come to your senses and try another doctor, good luck getting the office to release your records. Recently, I've tried calling several times, then sent a letter requesting the release, and then a follow up call, all to no avail. In response, i got a reminder card in the mail to make an appointment at my earliest convenience. Go somewhere else, please.
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