Surkin Marc I MD

Marc readjusted my broken nose. It all seemed boringly routine to him and his bedside manner could’ve been better. After all, it’s one of the first things people see on your face. He kept saying that he probably wouldn’t be able to make it symmetrical. That should’ve been my first flag but I was in my young 20’s and he was recommended to me. I figured maybe it just was what it was and that no noses are really straight.
He did the surgery and requested a follow up. The follow up was no more than 5 minutes and he said, «Eh, it’s not perfect but it’s the best it’s gonna get.» Or something like that. Why did I even go back? I could’ve said that. Looking at pictures of myself, that nose definitely isn’t straight. It actually embarrassed me when I realized it… especially after I supposedly had it professionally straightened.
I made the mistake of going back to see him years later. I asked him a few questions and he seemed uncomfortable, answered short, and basically pushed me out of the room. If it wasn’t his specialty he could’ve recommended someone that was an expert. I was kind of shocked. Isn’t that what medical doctors are for? To answer medical questions you have?
I won’t be going back to this guy. Doctors aren’t perfect but there was no reason to act the way he did on several occasions over several years.

I had nearly lost hope in finding an otolaryngologist that met my expectations until I started seeing Dr. Surkin. For one he is hands on; I have been to countless doctors that have done the quick peak in my ears, nose and throat — recommended a saline spray and sent me on my way. Dr. Surkin was able to view inside my nose with a soft tube telescope using in office equipment at the my first appointment and started addressing the problem immediately. I have made so much progress since that initial appt. I appreciate his insight and feel confident in his care. Thanks Pinnacle!