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Dr. John Handago, MD

Dr. John Handago, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Handago, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Middletown, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan) in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Garnet Health Medical Center and Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

390 Crystal Run Rd Ste 104 Middletown, NY 10941
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Dr. Handago's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Handago

3.4
16 ratings, 7 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Good ortho pleasant to deal with no nonsense down to earth
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 20, 2019
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The Fr is cool his staff and how they run that office is horrible they are rude most days & the office is first come first serve appointment or not
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Elliot in MIDDLETOWN, NY – Jan 24, 2019
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Went to Dr Handago for a shoulder, neck and back injury. I had rotator cuff surgery and dr Handago is a true professional, he is kind and caring. I would highly recommend him
What went well
  • 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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Hope in Pine Bush, NY – Jan 02, 2018
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I overall had a great experience with Dr. Handago and his staff. They were very helpful whenever I had an issue that needed addressing. The Physical Therapy area is awesome and they also did a wonderful job making me whole again. Overall great experience for me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Pine Bush, NY – Oct 20, 2017
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It's a shame that I have to give Dr. Handago one star but I he should care more about how his staff treats patients. The office staff including the office manager is extremely rude! I am an office manager of an urgent care & I couldn't imagine my staff treating patients the way that this office treated me. I wasn't hung up on twice all because they told me the wrong location of the appt & couldn't own up to it. The staff lies to the doctor so they can control who is dismissed from the practice.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 07, 2017
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I would give less than one star if I could. After my appointment, the office told me all month they would call my insurance to authorize me for an MRI. After a month they told me the doctor doesn't do that and that I need to see a new doctor to get the authorization. Nobody apologized to me or explained why it took a month to come to this decision. Thanks to them I spent a month in excruciating pain. Save yourself a copay and most importantly your health by avoiding this ratchet establishment.
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
6 others found this helpful
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ada34 in Albany, NY – Jul 01, 2016
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Office staff is rude and unproffesional. Charges ridiculous amount for.any paper work you need. Dr isn't very knowledgeable and can not answer many of your questions. You will have to remind him of any testing he prescribes in order to get the result. You will wait in the lobby for almost an hour and will only see the Dr for about 10 minutes if your lucky.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2016
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Dr. John Handago, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Middletown, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from International Medical and Technological University School of Medicine (Vignan) in 1976. He is affiliated...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • International Medical And Technological University School Of Medicine (vignan)

    Medical School, 1976
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Locations

Practice

Office390 Crystal Run Rd Ste 104 Middletown, NY 10941
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Practice

Orthopedic Specialist Group20 Watsessing Ave Bloomfield, NJ 07003
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Anthony Community Hospital

    15 Maple Ave
    Warwick, NY 10990
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

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

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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  • Garnet Health Medical Center

    707 E Main St
    Middletown, NY 10940
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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  • Bon Secours Community Hospital

    160 E Main St
    Port Jervis, NY 12771

    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

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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