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Dr. Scott Epstein, MD

Dr. Scott Epstein, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Epstein, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Honesdale, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Wayne Memorial Hospital and Garnet Health Medical Center-Catskills, Callicoon Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1.8 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 1.8 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

600 Maple Ave Ste 3 Honesdale, PA 18431
Telehealth available

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Dr. Epstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Epstein

1.8
32 ratings, 11 with a written review
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1 star
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I hope the price of his soul was worth the money. An absolute disgrace to the profession. I think it’s time to revisit that oath he took.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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G.F. – Jun 19, 2024
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Waste of time does not listen to you. Very difficult person. Once you don't agree with him he cuts you and leaves you searching for a new pain management doctor. Don't waste your time.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Patient Advocate – Nov 14, 2023
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Avoid this Doctor
My husband has a long history of pain and needs pain medication to help with it. He is 67 has been diagnosed with neuropathy, severe joint pain w/deformations and severe arthritis. .After seeing him for about a year, Epstein decided he would be referring him back to his primary. My husband has been compliant with care and treatment recommendations. When asked if the epidural helped, he told him not with his hands but his shoulders felt better. My husband heard him recording his notes and heard him say the treatment was unsuccessful. Untrue. He also told him he to start reducing his medication as he felt he could no longer treat him. No answer why.Just that he won’t be seeing him anymore.I live with a man, not a wimpy guy, that throughout the years his pain has become progressively worse. NOT ALL PAIN PATIENTS ARE DRUG SEEKERS. Some just need it to function or get through the day w/ some relief. Can you imagine being in severe pain daily without hope of relief. Terrible doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
11 others found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2023
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Arrogant, uncaring, insensitive
I've suffered chronic pain for many years for multiple reasons, discs, hip etc. I'm in my 60s, disabled and tried to get an appt for a consult. After my primary sent over my records, MRIs documenting my issues, dr Epstein's office told me he doesn't want to see me! What? No reason. They tell me he doesn't have to give a reason. What kind of kangaroo office is this? I thought drs became drs to help people and I NEED HELP.
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
13 others found this helpful
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Joe in Pain – Aug 18, 2022
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Compassionate, patient centered care. Really keeps my pain under control while respecting my desire to avoid narcotics.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 08, 2021
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I was evaluated and received excellent care and epidural through Dr Epstein’s network. Cured a debilitating spinal condition. Highly recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Nuttall – Aug 20, 2019
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This so called Doctor gets a -5 is my rating, dont waste your time.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Carbondale, PA – Dec 14, 2018
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Both Dr. Epstein and his entire staff were kind, courteous, compassionate, knowledgeable, and true professionals. My wife suffers from chronic back pain due to vertebral compression fractures, and also has dementia and memory loss. She hates seeing new doctors. Dr. Epstein immediately won her over, treating her kindly with good humor and dignity. We couldn't be more pleased and are so happy that we found him for her care.
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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Bill in Milford – May 08, 2018
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Terrible, Dismisses almost every patient once he gets them on narcotics, then leaves them to withdraw, no taper, no grace period, This guy is just plain mean and a very VERY strange man. AVOID at all costs Big waste of time.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
15 others found this helpful
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lindsay in Glen Spey, NY – Aug 31, 2016
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A 2 minute examination with very poor help. He should not be called a doctor.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Herrick Center, PA – May 28, 2016
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he is all about the money
What went well
  • Wait times
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
11 others found this helpful
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Memphis, TN – May 14, 2016
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Dr. Scott Epstein, MD is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Honesdale, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Wayne Memorial...read more
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

Wayne Physiatry LLC600 Maple Ave Ste 3 Honesdale, PA 18431
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Wayne Memorial Hospital601 Park St Honesdale, PA 18431
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Moses Taylor Hospital700 Quincy Ave Scranton, PA 18510
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Regional Hospital of Scranton746 Jefferson Ave Scranton, PA 18510
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Garnet Health Medical Center-Catskills, Callicoon Campus

    8881 State Route 97
    Callicoon, NY 12723

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

    96%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    15% higher than the national average

    96%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    9% higher than the national average

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  • Wayne Memorial Hospital

    601 Park St
    Honesdale, PA 18431
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    15% higher than the national average

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