Dr. Thomas Cava, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
35+ years of experience
Dr. Thomas Cava, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in West Orange, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
4 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4 Star Rating (21 reviews)
Practice
960 Pleasant Valley Way Ste 2 West Orange, NJ 07052Make an Appointment
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Dr. Cava's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cava
4.0
21 ratings, 11 with a written review
| 5 star | 71% | 71% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 5% | 5% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 24% | 24% |
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What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Mamie McDonald – Jul 20, 2023
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Very Odd Appointment
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Long wait times
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Nov 30, 2022
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Great Dr. Unbelievably smart. Thorough and very professional
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Al D'Alessio – Sep 16, 2021
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Dr. Cava is an extraordinary doctor and person. He truly cares and his knowledge base is what one would call "holistic" in that he takes the whole person into account. He is adept at assessing the situation and is excellent at handling all types of pain. He has gotten my migraine headaches under control after a lifetime of suffering. Be prepared for a wait to see him. He is well worth it!
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
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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MEM – Apr 07, 2021
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Dr. Cava and his staff helped me recover from meniscus transplant surgery which requires special care and attention. He listened, cared, and supported me.
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
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Kathy – May 02, 2020
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Incredible doctor. The best “bed side” manner I’ve EVER experienced in a doctors office. He actually cares and listens to you without rushing you out of his office. I couldn’t recommend him higher. THE BEST
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
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Teri C in NJ – Jan 03, 2019
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I have 2 wait On the phone For about half an hour To cancel my appointment And get a new appointment for next week And finally The staff On the office told me That I have to pay out of my pocket for the medication that They got paid from the insurance If I don't Cam Today I am taking this Matter to state board of medical examiners
What went well
No results
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
- Long wait times
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Jul 10, 2018
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Maybe the worst experience I have had with a doctor. I had a 3pm appointment for my first visit. Dr. Cava made me wait literally nearly 4 hours. At 6:40, he took the patient scheduled behind me, because he was a regular patient. Unbelievably inconsiderate to treat people this way, and casually, gratuitously devalue their time. Missed my son's soccer game and had to call in a babysitter, just because this guy can't manage his time. Extremely unprofessional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- 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
- Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Brooklyn – Apr 24, 2018
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This doctor is unreachable. I had one appointment with him, he spent one hour with me and seemed thorough. When it was time for my medication refill or to ask him a question, the staff would not let me through to him, in fact the staff starts giving medical advice instead when they aren't even licensed to do so. The staff never called my medication in on Friday and I had to chase them. This place just wants money and can care less about the patient. It is shameful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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West Orange, NJ – Jun 06, 2017
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The entire PC Rehab team is great. Very nice office staff/receptionists I have been cared for by Sergio for my rehabilitation needs and he has been a lifesaver!! I am now able to walk like a 30 year old, pain free! Dr Cava is a master diagnostician and treating physician. I can not say enough good things about this place.
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
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Fernando Fontana in West orange nj – Dec 24, 2016
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Dr Cava is wonderful, he is exceptionally intelligent and knowledgable. He is very generous with his time and his staff and physical therapists are awesome! Highly recommend Dr Cava for your needs.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ben F in Verona nj – Nov 28, 2016
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About Me
biography
Dr. Thomas Cava, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in West Orange, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Practice
Malachi Holdings Inc.960 Pleasant Valley Way Ste 2 West Orange, NJ 07052
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84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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