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Dr. Harold Colbassani, MD

Dr. Harold Colbassani, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Harold Colbassani, MD is a neurosurgeon in Clearwater, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Morton Plant Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

400 Pinellas St Ste 325 Clearwater, FL 33756
Telehealth available

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Dr. Colbassani's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Colbassani

4.0
22 ratings, 5 with a written review
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For my neck, I’ve had consultations with a total of five different Spine Surgeons. Of the five, Dr. Colbassani was the only surgeon who was NOT able to read my 2 week old Cervical MRI. He abruptly stopped the consultation, and rather than blame his ineptness at reading my MRI, he instead blamed the MRI itself and insisted I get another MRI before returning for a second appointment (and co-payment). Meanwhile, the other four Spine Surgeons were able to read my Cervical MRI without any problem whatsoever. My insurance was not going to approve payment for a second MRI, knowing that I had a Cervical MRI just two weeks earlier. This would mean that I would have to pay $595 cash for another MRI. Needless to say, I did not return. Wasted visit. Wasted co-payment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 10, 2020
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This was my second back surgery. There is only one doctor I will go to and that's Dr. Colbassani. When I went back for a followup, Dr. Colbassani was so concerned about a CT scan I had with enlarged lymph nodes in my abdomen that he personally called an oncologist and got me on the right track. I can't enough about his compassion and surgical talent. I highly recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Nancy Ellard in Tampa, FL – Aug 26, 2018
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Dr. Colbassani did my surgery on March 14, 2017. After many years of constant pain I am now Pain Free! I have many issues with my bad back, but Dr. Colbassani was clear and direct with what he felt was possible and what was not possible. I feel very fortunate to be a patient of his. It is amazing to wake up everyday and not have pain shooting down my leg. I am only 9 days post op and I feel wonderful. I am able to go walking and be back to my Life. He is truly a Genius.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
15 others found this helpful
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Gloria Fisher Fricke in Tarpon Springs, FL – Mar 25, 2017
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Upon initial exam I was told to call when the pain got bad. I called as instructed by Dr C, my GP and a Chiro. After 6-8 calls over several days I got an appt. Upon exam I was told I needed a spinal tap asap. At 4:00 the next day I still hadn't heard, I worried. I called and spoke with the OM as Francy wasn't available, he'd call me by 3:55, he didn't Dr C called at 4:06 asking me to call, but they close at 4. I'm hurt, scared, worried and chasing the only Dr I trust to cut me open for help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
12 others found this helpful
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Steven Hyde in Dunedin, FL – Sep 14, 2016
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Outstanding Doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Muazzez Sibel cushing in Holiday, FL – Dec 18, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Ever since I began my private practice in neurosurgery, I have always adopted a very conservative approach to recommending surgery to a patient. Just because an MRI or CT scan is abnormal does not mean you need surgery. There are certain conditions;...read more

biography

One of my earliest recollections as a child was writing the word 'Medicine'. Not that I gave it much thought at the time but the reaction of my parents ingrained that moment in mind forever. Both my mother and father were teachers but my father's...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Emory University Memorial Hospitals

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Grady Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • Fairfield University

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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    Locations

    Practice

    Office400 Pinellas St Ste 325 Clearwater, FL 33756
    1
    (727) 298-6121

    Practice

    Stuart E Sinoff M.D.P.A.430 Morton Plant St Ste 401 Clearwater, FL 33756
    2
    (727) 298-6121
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