Dr. Niteen Andalkar, MD

Disappointing. Staff was very friendly, got an appointment promptly, waited for over 40 minutes to get his opinion. He had no solutions, no 2nd opinion references, still hasn't given his opinion to my primary care physician 2 weeks after appointment. He was abrupt and dismissive.

Absolutely superb Dr. Professional, compassionate, thorough and honest! I continue to be grateful for his expertise and for correcting my neck issues.

He explained and showed what needed surgery. He came to the patient and operated for hours. The family of Colleen will be forever grateful.

He is unsure about my condition so instead of jumping in and doing exploratory surgery, he is waiting for a month to see if things have changed. He explains the situation very well. He did neck surgery on me a year ago and that changed my life. I have full confidence he will take care of my sciatica and lower spine problems.

Not right for me; tardy without explanation; abrupt and dismissive.

Dr. Andalkar realized that without surgery I would have no quality of life. I was very high risk due to a clotting disorder but we bluntly discussed the risk-vs-reward. His skill level was incredible as I had a dual level laminectomy in March of 2019 and he was able to do it without screws or metal being used. He was honest about the post surgery pain level and recovery time frames. I have 9 other bulging discs as well as other other spinal issues but if I ever need another surgery - this man is doing it! Thanks Doc!

This man is an angel from above, reading other reveiws seems like people dont like straight shooters. I do as im one myself. When i first met Dr Andalkar i could hardly walk after being in a motorcycle accident. We spoke all straight honest answers, no sugar coating and thats the best way to be. He will tell you everything in depth and spends time explaining. Here i am nearly one year down the road after surgery but im walking standing up straight and i could not give this man more gratitude..... however his office staff are on the other end. Terrible and rude.

In 2006 &. 2007 I was blessed to have been a patient of Dr Andelkar in Tucson, Arizona. He did a extensive & through examination of my lumbars & we discussed the outcome of having a surgery. He advised me that it could paralyze me. Finally, he scheduled me for the surgery on Nov 7, 2007. It took him 7+ hours to complete. Today I wear a steel brace in my back. After Dr Andelkar moved to Mesa I was told that I had the best surgeon in the United States. Today I am basically pain free. I have repeatedly & will continue to recommend patients to Dr Andelkar.

No visit office staff rude, unorganized and simply can’t do there jobs. Amanda makes guarantee and can’t follow through. Office manager no where to reach Alexis is so called fill in and and simply wrong for the office as she’s rude and unpatient care. They really need training in patient care and how to provide higher level of service. Do not use them as I can not nor will I recommend them for this issue alone.

Dr. Andalkar was a super professional and the surgery he did on my back turned out great. He was very straight forward in his communications and took the time to understand my concerns and outcomes. He also had a sense of humor. A great neurosurgeon.

I started seeing Dr Andalkar at the end of 2017. After some persistence I was able to provide them with all the information they needed to evaluate my case. Once I got a appointment the MRI’s and Catscans were scheduled. Once the results were back I was scheduled for surgery. I had my surgery in February of 2018. My pain is all but gone. I had pain generating down my arms to my fingertips. I was in excruciating pain. He is a brilliant Doctor. By far my favorite doctor.

Not a chance. He was rude and arrogant. He was very condescending and when asked a question, he became visibly frustrated and angry, stating he had already answered the question, which he had not.

When my neurologist recommended I see a neurosurgeon, I had to get a referral from my primary care doctor and was referred to him. I called to make an appointment but was told he would not see me without first getting the MRI films. Neurologist faxed over reports. Nothing. I called. He won't even see me, not informed, he just sent over note to primary for me to get pain management and physical therapy. I was worse since MRI too. They didn't care. I think doctors should at least examine patients.

I have chronic neck pain, that occasionally radiates into my arm. It was recommended that I consult a neurosurgeon. Dr. Andalkar performed a thorough exam, looked at imaging, and explained that while I might benefit from surgery, I might be better served with some more conservative treatments. I appreciated the fact that he was thoughtful about my case, and didn't try to pressure me into possibly unnecessary surgery. I see him around every now and then, and he asks me how I'm doing.

My first surgery with Dr Andalkar was in 2012 for neck surgery and he did a great job. Now I am going to him for neck surgery in a different area. Also after this I will see him for some back problems. I think he is very professional and a great surgeon.

Dr Andalkar put my mind at ease from the time I met him for a consult. I had been putting off the thought of yet a 4th surgery on my spine. This would be the 2nd on my lower back.. My fear sent me back for 2 additional consults. On my 2nd week post op I am feeling somewhat better. I'm glad Dr Andalkar was honest with me, and treated me conservatively. He's an awesome Doctor and I highly recommend him!!! :) :)

I had arachnoid cyst between t1-t2 removal. He was very professional, comforting. And made his incision perfectly to not mess up my tattoos. 6 years I've dealt with numbness and pain and frozen feet. Next day my legs hands and feet are drastically better. Highly recommend

Dr. Andalkar is amazing and so professional. I would recommend him to my family and friends. I had a Cervical surgery in Dec 2015 and it was a success. He's a great Doctor.

Dr. Andalkar is good at what he does and he has me walking better and things that have been numb for 10 years have since regained feeling. I am a high risk patient because of my lungs and a few other things but Dr. Andalkar said he would take me on as a patient despite the obstacles because he did not want to see me in a wheel chair. I am about to have my 2nd surgery with him as the damage in my body is extensive but the 1st one was successful and so I am counting this one will be as well.

Went to Dr Andelkar in 2006 & had a successful seven & one half hr surgery. Dr Andelkar had to place a back brace in my lumbar with the screws having to be placed every which way as my back was so messed up. Was told by Dr Andelkar that he would like to use my back problems in his work & teachings at the Ohio Institute of Medicine up in Ohio. I gave him my permission. I highly recommend Dr Andelkar for anyone with back problems