From: lohud | The Journal News
Despite rave reviews on the Internet, The Journal News dug deeper into doctors’ records and a different picture emerged.
A quick Internet search of most Lower Hudson Valley doctors returns rave reviews. Surgeon photos appear on websites beside star-ratings and glowing testimonials about everything from skill to good looks, creating a virtual experience similar to choosing a restaurant or vacation spot.
A closer look reveals that some of those doctors have the highest complication rates in New York for certain low-risk, common elective surgeries.