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Dr. Ellen Kaplan, MD

Dr. Ellen Kaplan, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Ellen Kaplan, MD is a pediatric pulmonologist in Hackensack, NJ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE in 1983. She is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1.7 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 1.7 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

30 Prospect Ave Ste TC375 Hackensack, NJ 07601
Telehealth available

Care Philosophy

"We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person."

- Dr. Ellen Kaplan, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kaplan specializes in the areas of Allergy & Immunology, Pediatric Pulmonology & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Kaplan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kaplan

1.7
6 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
17%
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1 star
83%
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overbearing, rude and not child friendly
The first time we saw Dr. Kaplan, she was rude, dismissive, and impatient toward both my son and me. Initially, I assumed she was having an off day and chose to give her grace. However, during our recent visit, her behavior was even more condescending and rushed. She repeatedly interrupted me, showing little interest in allowing me to finish my thoughts. Instead, she seemed overly focused on questioning my religious and personal decisions regarding my son.As I attempted to address these concerns with other staff members, Dr. Kaplan accused me of being non-compliant, a term that I found triggering especially given her interruptions and lack of space for my responses. This experience exposed an abuse of power by someone in a position of authority.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
Helpful
Mar 06, 2024
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One of the most rude, interrupting person who had no consideration of what I was trying to explain. She is not only terrible but very indirect made no real recommendations. Do not go. As soon as they saw we have good coverage we were asked to take Bunch of necessary tests. Unfortunately she was the only one available and we made an appointment. I wish I read the bad reviews prior to going.do not take your child there.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Chacha – Nov 06, 2021
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Experience with Dr Regina Kaplan has been pleasant. However the Receptionist, BEATRICE, has been beyond rude, poor attitude, and insensitive to patients. Every single visit during pregnancy she was not client friendly. While in the waiting area, several other patients complained of how rude she was handling their check-in. No signs posted anywhere in the office, but she cancelled my appointment because baby was not allowed in the waiting room and I was alone with the baby. This should have been stated when appointment was made! This was my 1st post'partum appt which I really needed to see a doctor due to complications. BEATRICE rescheduled me for another week.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Idali Colon – Oct 22, 2021
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Very rude , no child friendly at all, doesn’t care about your concerns and is very mean and disrespectful. Leaves the room saying I’ll be back then sent it a nurse with instructions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Will never see her again in NJ – Jan 23, 2019
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Terrible doctor doesn’t care about mothers input and has an overbearing attitude. All she wants to do is treat my child like a Medince machine always giving him meds on top of meds and it’s sickening to see a doctor have no regard of curing and helping him get off meds but instead using him as a cash cow just another kid with asthma (let her say it it really Severe asthma) and all she does is pile the child up on meds May God bless her when her time comes. She had no concern to hear me. Smh
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Jan 11, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.
  • Pediatric Pulmonology

  • Allergy & Immunology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • State University Of New York / Health Science Center At Syracuse

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Allergy & Immunology®
Allergy & Immunology
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Pulmonology
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Office30 Prospect Ave Ste TC375 Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave
    Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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