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Dr. Paul Ratzker, MD

Dr. Paul Ratzker, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Ratzker, MD is a neurosurgeon in Union, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with Trinitas Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 5 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

700 Rahway Ave Union, NJ 07083

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(908) 688-1999

Dr. Ratzker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ratzker specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Ratzker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ratzker

5.0

20 ratings, 17 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Debbie Drury – Jan 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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David P. – Aug 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marina Escobar – Jul 08, 2021
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What could be improved
No results
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Kelly Lopez – Jun 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Wanda H. – Feb 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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VWS – Jul 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Magotch – Oct 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Juanmiguel Tejedaf – Sep 17, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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edward in Bronx, NY – Feb 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda in Belford, NJ – Feb 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
luz figueroa in NEWARK, NJ – Feb 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alfredo Cabrera in plainfeild, NJ – Nov 27, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Enrique Rodriguez Cayetano in Staten Island, NY – Nov 12, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Elba Soberal in Jersey City, NJ – May 19, 2017
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Dr. Paul Ratzker, MD is a neurosurgeon in Union, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with Trinitas Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Bronx Municipal Hospital Center|jackson Mem Hosp/jackson Health|mt Sinai School Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Ratzker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    The Back Institute700 Rahway Ave Union, NJ 07083
    1

    Practice

    Alberto Lopez-Silvero M.D. LLC240 Williamson St Ste 303 Elizabeth, NJ 07202
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Trinitas Regional Medical Center

      225 Williamson St
      Elizabeth, NJ 07202
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      78%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% lower than the national average

      70%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% lower than the national average

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