Dr. Donald Kastenbaum, MD

Dr. Kastenbaum has replaced my knee and both hips, everything went great and he was wonderful in every way.

I recently had a knee replaced by Dr Kastenbaum. It went incredibly smoothly and I am delighted with the results. The process was a true partnership and the most important factor was that he was transparent. The fact that he and his team really worked at pushing me to my limits resulted in, I believe, a more rapid and successful recovery. He has my full recommendation.

Ive k own him for over 20 years as we all worked together at Beth Israel which later became Mt.Sinai. For me it was a no brainer to go to him for my hip replacement and I had so much confidence in him I never sought out a second opinion. BIG MISTAKE! He kept saying you’re like family I’ll take good care of u and that was so untrue that if that’s how he treats family ok then make me your enemy. He was short and brief and I never saw him once in my 3 day hospital stay. It was me and his (lackey) the PA Peter. He does all the leg work. I had the worst recovery ever and not once did the doctor call me to check on me. I had to undergo a second procedure to remove a wire he left in my thigh. I suffered for a year with that pain until I had to go under again for removal of hardware. He never even saw me in post op afterwards. Totally disgusted with him and his lack of concern and bedside manner. Never want to see him again and I’m posting this because I have heard many complaints.

Dr. K and PA's Peter & Albert and the whole team at the practice are the best of the best. I had the misfortune of needed a total hip at the age of 25 back in 1988 as a result of a serious motorcycle wreck. I had the good fortune of being referred to this amazing surgeon. And I continue to be under Dr K's and his team's care, treating a coinciding knee injury. I consider myself blessed (as any patient should) to have access to such fine bedside and table-side manner, and such fine skill and expertise. Thank you thank you,

Dr Kaustenbaum did my Total Hip Replacement Surgery Mar 12, 2019 at Mount Sinai West He is a superior psychian/ Surgeon. He did an amazing job! He is through and dedicated. I am recovering very well just 2 weeks after my surgery I am already walking on a cane and doing PT. Kudos to Dr Kaustenbaum and Dr Peter Wolby

had both hips replaced by dr. Kastenbaum 7 years ago. Never was relieved of pain from last hip replacement. Can no longer work forced into retirement because of results of surgery. When complained to dr. Kastenbaum about the pain he said can’t be from his surgeries and walked out the door. Wish I knew about health grades before I chose Dr. Kastenbaum.

Had hips replaced 6 years ago. Still in pain unable to walk, sit or stand for any length of time. Would not recommend Dr. Kastenbaum. He was not truthful with outcome. Waited average 2 half hours to see doctor. He had hand on door handle entire time. Did not give me any time.

Worst doctor I've ever gone to. Thinks nothing of lying. Has no concern for his patients. He sets the trend for his staff which copies his poor habits. I would never allow anyone in my family go to him.

Horrible demeanor, rude, always at least 3 hours late with his appointments and he could care less. Does not listen and disregards any pain you may describe and will tell you "it's impossible" to have pain if you have a metal hip. HORRIBLE human being.

You don;t go to a knee replacement specialist for warm, fuzzy handholding. Dr. K. and his PA Peter Wolny are world class. I'm very glad they did my TKR.