Dr. Steve Klafeta, MD

I will never ask for help from any health care facility AFTER THIS HORRID EXPERIENCE. THE DR IS GOOD BUT THE NURSING STAFF IS SO CARELESS AND DOWNRIGHT CRUEL, I WILL NEVER LET SOMEONE TREATMENT THAT WAS AGAIN i WAS SUPPOSED TO GET TWO NIGHTS OF CARE WITH SURGERY, BUT i LEFT FOR MY OWN SAFETY.

I've had 2 spinal fusions with Dr. Klafeta. Through both experiences I've been impressed with his attention to detail, time he takes to carefully listen to his patients, and the amazing skill he brings to his work. I have felt safe in his hands, and know that he will give me the best outcomes. His PA, Aaron Poquette, is also very skilled and easy to talk to about even difficult things.

I have had 3 brain surgeries ,and 2 spine surgeries by this very capable surgeon. He took the necessary time to explain everything to me and is very personable.Dr. Klafeta works with a team who provide the care that is needed for such delicate surgery. I trust his skill.

He is great!!

If I could leave a zero star I would! Do not put your loved ones In this man's hands! My brother who was born with spinia bifida has a shunt and was experiencing issues with it after being in the hospital for 4 days finally went in a had a revision done, then had to go back in to replace twice. Was sent home. A week later still feeling not right he passed out, felt confused and was slurring his words, called ambulance and taken to local hospital (not close to mercy health in GR) Dr klafeta was informed and said "it's not a shunt issue". My brother was transferred to spectrum health Butterworth where they determined it WAS a shunt issue and the tube klafeta had replaced twice had a kink. The number reading st Mary's kept getting in the hospital during his first stay of .5 wasn't even a pressure reading (they kept telling us his pressure reading of .5 was good) it's a setting that the shunt was set at. This hospital and Dr are a joke and so glad Butterworth came through and is making sur

Yes I recommend. He did a great job on my uper back surgery, implanting some new metal vertebrae. Thank you!!

Having had multiple surgeries with this doctor I must say he has been awesome, listens, explains, follow ups, the office staff. All go above and beyond. Wish I could give 10 stars

Dr. Klafeta was recommended by a PT at Mary Free Bed as the best doctor to help me with my lower back stenosis, arthritis and disc issues. I had already seen a Orthopedic Surgeon and wanted a second opinion. I gave Dr. Klafeta all the tests and reports from my family doctor and the Orthopedic Surgeon for review. His reply to me was that he doesn't do second opinions. I asked them WHY he wouldn't give me a second opinion and the answer was that there wasn't a reason given to the messanger. What would that be all about? Was this a professional courtesy? Is GR that small of a city not to be able to get a second opinion from a doctor? I will ask again when I go to his Office to pick up my original CD's of MRI's, CT Scans and X-Rays.

I had two different conditions that required surgery. When I woke up from the surgery all my pain was gone. Easy recovery.

The level of experience and the confidence that Dr.Klafeta inside brings the patient an extra level of comfort and confidence

Has Dr. Klafeta ever helped someone with spasmodic dysphonia?

He saved my life with his expertise and outstanding team. I would never be where I am today without him. No one would have ever guessed I experienced such a terrible TBI. Thanks to him, I went on to get my degree, find an outstanding job, and continue living my life. Without him, my life would have been gone 7 years ago. Thank you Dr. Klafeta. You are a life saver.

No pre op information on what to expect. After surgery, I received a call, while sitting in his office, saying they needed to cancel!! Never saw the Physician assistant the day of the surgery, but I was charged thousands of dollars. Find a better run office! Very poor.

Dr. Klafeta did DBS surgery on my mother and did a great job. He and his team explained the surgery very well and made sure she understood the entire process. They were professional and caring and did a great job so far. She still has to go through the 2nd surgery to implant the battery device, but my mom feels very confident and comfortable with Dr. Klafeta and his team. I know she will be happy with the final results of this process.

I have had 5 back surgeries done by other Drs , I am 2 weeks out from a spinal fusion that Dr.Klafata preformed . For the first time in 10 yrs I have hope that I may be able to live a pain free live without meds .. while it's still early on in my recovery I can say I haven't felt this good in years and so happy that I had my surgery..

This neurosurgeon is EXCELLENT!! would recommend to everyone!!!

Dr. Klafeta is not only a skilled surgeon but he takes the time to explain all the procedures that will happen so that I could make an informed decision. After a couple of complications, he was willing to listen to my concerns about the surgery and I could make an informed decision once we had talked about the pros and cons.

Dr Klafeta listened to my concerns about having surgery and allowed me to take the time I needed to make my decision. I ended up having surgery which I know now was the right thing. I appreciate greatly him working with me. Not only is he an amazingly skilled surgeon, he is also very kind.

Dr. Klafeta is the best. He gave me my life and livelihood back. I needed another surgery on my cervical spine. I had 3 done by a different physician. I was petrified. I'd worked with Dr. Klafeta at St. Mary's Hospital and saw his work, the results, and his professionalism. When more problems started again with my neck, I knew he was the surgeon for me. His nurse and PA are also outstanding. I will be seeing him again when I'm in town for my lower back. I trust him completely.

Dr. Klafeta performed a Lumbar Fusion on me on 9/15/2015. I knew of Dr. Klafeta as he performed a Lumbar Fusion on my brother a several years earlier. It was not easy to see him as they have very strict criteria but I think that is good! I met with Dr. Klafeta twice before I made the decision. Dr. Klafeta (and Becky-NP) treated me with diginity and respect--answered each and every question. Dr. Klafeta staff and his personal bedside manners are excellent.