Dr. Howard Comstock, MD

Chemo for breast cancer nearly killed me, I was in hospital with respiratory failure and renal failure. Then my colon ruptured. I was septic. I awoke with an ileostomy stoma and no lower intestine... Dr Comstock seems to have autism (maybe Asperger's) which explains his no nonsense demeanor but he sure as heck knew how to repair me . It is ten years now and I'm very healthy, living and living my bonus years. Thank you, Dr Comstock!

I DO NOT recommend the services of Dr. Howard Comstock. If you find yourself in need of emergency surgery and he is assigned to you, I suggest you request a different surgeon. I recently had an emergency surgery and due to the hospital and staff it was one of the worst experiences of my life. -Nothing about my surgery was discussed prior to, then after doing my own research I found that there was another way the surgery could have been done that may have caused less damage. -Often times medical students came to convey information and ask questions instead of Dr. Comstock. -It seemed to me that there was no concern for my well being, I was just a dollar sign. -During follow up after surgery, I was rushed through the appointment, again almost no communication, and there seemed to be no consideration of my concerns. Again, no explanation of the follow up procedures. I asked questions but only received single word answers. I DO NOT recommend the services of Dr. Howard Comstock.

Based on my experience with him, I would not deal with him ever again. He was rude from the initial consultation. He did not spend much time with me during the initial consultation. He did not answer all of my questions. He was late for my surgery and kept me and the staff waiting because he did not know my surgery was scheduled as he reported. He forced me to return to work about two weeks or so after my surgery when I told him I was not physically ready to do so as I was still in pain with very limited mobility. He could have cared less.

After surgery back in my room Dr. Comstock came in I asked him what he did, how it went and the prognosis. He responded "I told you this in recovery" then turn and left. I do not remember being in recovery. He doesn't answer questions nor does he seem to care about his patients once the surgery is over and is discharged from the hospital.

This guy, can’t say doctor, is a joke! He took out my gallbladder when I actually had a collapsed vertebra. He would not come to my room before or after surgery. Got his $$ and took off. I went to another hospital the next day and was told about my back, got cemented and good as new, except now I will take germ medication for the rest of my life.

Dr. Comstock has no compassion, he is not professional, very rude. He does not have a bedside manner. Shows no interest how the patient feels & he talks over you. Horrible doctor, don’t waste your time. I feel the same way about his staff.!!

An idiot! Reason why my Father passed. Didn’t want to listen to other oncologists about putting dye to point out cancer in lymph nodes and ended up killing his patient. Worse doctor, should be stripped of his degree

Pretty amazing. Of course while ill and/or in recovery I'd rather have bought it in theater (as they say for operating table). I'd didn't relate this to him unless, along with surgical skills the Doctor is telepathic as well. But seriously, one should really appreciate how ready, careful, available and attention to detail and nonjudgmental a person to have working on people (in a sick, weakened, obstreperous and pessimistic state). Always pleasant, and never (AFAIK) backs off of conditions that on first glance may seem untenable. Also, he brought in supportive staff as needed. Thanks HC, Nathan

Denies post surgical conplications. Had gallbladder removed and developed pancreatitis. Had to see another dr to have a blood test to treat the pancreatitis. He also touched my body after i said No. Extremely traumatic.

Poor bedside manners. Rushes patients out of the office. My follow up visit was literally 20 seconds. Very rude and rushed to get me discharge from being inpatient after he did an outpt procedure on me.

Dr. Comstock seems to be an OK guy. But don't expect good communication. During the very brief period of time for which you see him, you will feel like he is rushing to get out the door and get on to his next patient. If you want to feel informed about what is going on with your surgery, you will need to enter each meeting with him fully prepared with a list of what you want to talk about, because he will not initiate that effort. In fact, even if you are prepared, expect dodged questions.

When I arrived as an emergency patient at NW Medical Center, I was told I had appendicitis and to expect surgery first thing in the morning. I was told this around 10 p.m. Dr. Comstock came to the hospital and had me in the operating room by 11 p.m. I am very grateful to him and believe him to be an excellent surgeon.