Karen L. Bell, MD, New York NY

Extremely accomplished and kind doctor! Was nervous about a few of the negative reviews but no regrets at all. One of the best doctors we've seen.

For several years Dr Bell was good. Last we saw her in person January 2020. In August 2020 she told us it will be a video chat because of Covid. Same in January 2021. I asked for an in person as my husbands condition deteriorated and needed expert observation. She said she will get an emergency appointment for April 2021.
Never did. Never contacted us. Now i called. They are open. Never told us. Neurology department Offered in person nurse practitioner. Dr Bell is only doing video chats.
I don't need someone to check his blood pressure and weight. My GP can do that.
I needed a neurologist to tell me where we stand and how his condition changed and what is next. I needed an expert.
It would have been the correct thing if she informed us that she no longer sees patients in person. I could have found earlier another neurologist.

Today was my first and last appointment with this doctor. I was told at the reception desk that I had the wrong date and I made a mistake. I showed her on my phone the electronic confirmation. She said that I had cancelled my appointment because I was afraid of CoVid! I never called to cancel. Then she proceeds to tell me a family member called to cancel! I guess my dog forgot to tell me. Very rude staff. Dr Bell was advised and said she knows the scheduler and she doesn’t make mistakes. I guess that explains the bad reviews others have left.

Very kind doctor. Worked really well with my father at the Tarrytown office. Her interactions were very positive and made everyone comfortable. We made a good choice.

Worst doctor. No bedside manner, no real compassion. She walked 100 feet in front of us not taking into consideration that we needed extra time for walking. If it weren't for the fact that I saw her picture on the hospital website, I would not have known who we were following. She had no clue why we were there although she had the labwork right in front of her which means she did not take the time to review the information before the appointment. Curt and arrogant demeanor. Waste of time, gas and energy because she was of no help. What a shame too because she came highly recommended by a colleague. Very disappointing.