Dr. Stephen Merola, MD

Patience.

The pre op appointment was efficient, thorough and answered all my questions. Office staff courteous and friendly. Received information about the date of surgery and a contact person for additional questions and concerns. although surgery is not a pleasant experience, Dr. Merola and staff make it as tolerable as possible.

Such a fantastic doctor, he saved my life! Always willing to help.

Searching for a general surgeon at NY Hosp., Queens, I came across Dr. Merolla's website. His impressive credentials and great patient comments convinced me to make an appointment. I was met by two assistants who asked whether I had any contact with people who infected with Covid 19. My temperature was checked and I was then directed to the doctor's spotlessly clean waiting room with comfortable seating. Later, in the exam room, I met the masked Dr. Merolla, who was at once friendly and cheerful. He wasted no time explaining the problem I thought I had, doing a physical check of the problem area, and deciding that my problem was not what I had thought. He showed me on a computer how the spinal nerves were arrayed and how a back pain could be felt elsewhere. Dr. Merolla suggested that no surgery was needed at this time, and that if things become worse I should contact him right away. Dr. Merolla, is for me, everything a doctor should be. Highly recommended.

I was fortunate enough to learn of Dr.Merola and had surgery with him in 2002. He is an amazing surgeon and an even more amazing human being. He is a very knowledge dr and takes his time with you. His bedside manner is like none I’ve ever seen. He is caring and always has your best interest and safety as a priority. He operated on my husband and 5 other friends and we all had excellent results. God bless.

Hands of gold. Saved my life.

Dr. Merola operated on me in 2008. He operated on my sister and my friend. There is not a day that passes that I regret having bi pass surgery. He is trustworthy and knows what he is doing.