Gomez Robert A MD

As Robert Gomez was NOT my doctor-​of-​choice, I had to take what I could get as he was the on-​call surgeon in the ER. I broke my tib/​fib/​ankle around 7 yrs. ago, and required installation of hardware. Not only was I put «in queue» for 26 hrs. before surgery could be implemented, but the demeanor/​manner of said doctor became patently obvious that not only was he dismissive, but he was NOT professional and was, at «best» abominable.
To sum up my horrid experience with him, not only was I ultimately able to be seen by yet another doctor, 8 mos. later, but future doctor stated that I had a severe nickel allergy. The stainless steel hardware resulted in never-​ending swelling which required 3 ER visits to have cast sawn off. Gomez, however, stated that I had an infection in the bones, and for those 8 mos. I was fraught with taking (non-​stop) a powerful antibiotic which, as indicated was inappropriate.
When I was finally able to be seen by next doctor, the 10 screws had already starting «backing out» and I ended up having all hardware removed in yet another surgery. The relief was virtually INSTANT and I have never had another repercussion associated with this. I can no longer wear any kind of costume jewelry that contains nickel and MUST wear gold, now! But then, I guess I’m worth it!!! : —)
His lack of bedside manner was obvious e.g. when I was on unemployment as well as assistance for a short time until I could find other employment. Every step of the way during those 8 mos. in his «care» he all but rubbed my nose in the fact that I wasn’t able to partake of «normal» services accorded others who weren’t on assistance. He made me feel like a 2^nd class citizen and made sure I knew it! He also talked DOWN to me, and I finally let him know I didn’t appreciate such disrespect. I am far older than he, and am educated, as well.