Cclear communication. Listened carefully. Coordinated test, symptoms with proposed treatment

He offers mi images surgery first instead of going for all is nothing. I love that about him

He provided me with a visual display on screen on computer.

Good

All good.

Good.

My appointment was at 7:45 and he came in at 8:45 and spent approximately 10 minutes in the room for my evaluation before leaving. He gave me some options and left without explaining them and his nurse also did not explain what traction was or how to do it or what cortisone injections would involve.

He was very arrogant He acted like he had better things to do. He didn't look at me while I was trying to explain my problem. He just apparently had better things to do then deal with me.

He did not appear to care about us. I'm not sure why he is a doctor. He is certainly smart enough but doesn't seem to like people. Perhaps a career in another science related field?

Very knowledgeable, listened, explained well.

Very unconcerned

Listened well to my concerns and answered so I could understand

Ok

Rude, no regard to patients feelings, all the answers was no! Without any acknowledgement, no time spent with me, rushed in and out of the room like I was bothering him and taking up his time

Knowledgeable, choices well explained.

Made to fell like I should not have been there! I was referred there by my physician did not come on my own! Nothing was explained - Just told he could not help me. We waited over an hour once put in the exam room - Dr. spent less than 10 min.

The doctor was 1+ hours late for the appointment time. He didn't seem to really listen to me regarding my issue with pain. It felt like he'd already made up his mind about me before he even saw me.

The doctor was the worst we have ever experienced. He came into the room and did not even introduce himself or say hello. His first question to us was "what is your problem today?" He didn't look up the medical records, because he said the system had changed and couldn't find it. He said that the people reading the images often don't know how to read images correctly. He offered no solutions, advice or anything of importance. It was the most negative situation for such a popular place to receive healthcare.

Took time to review all my xray and MRI results. Explained my care options with pros and cons. Professional and courteous.

He was cold and seemed disinterested in my well-being.

Very professional, courteous, extremely knowledgeable, explained things so I could understand what he was talking about, explained my xrays as we looked at them, gave me advice, very kind and respectful

Dr. V did not have to see me for this visit, but he responded to his nurse's message that I wanted to see him. Dr. V spent time with me examining an image of my neck and we discussed the procedure that was done. I very much appreciated Dr. V's willingness to spend time with me. I must admit that I wish I had better understanding of the components of the neck image and what was done at each point, but this is not due to neglect on the part of Dr. V. Much more time would have been required and I did not want to put that strain on the system. I will continue to research on my own and pursue better understanding .

He is very good at his job an explaining things an showing you the test he runs

Little to no information and was to quick to leave. Ask a question about a pain I didn't feel until the injury and said that had nothing to do with it.

He listened when I asked a question

Expert provider.

Didn't take enough time, once I said that surgery was not something I wanted to do he was done with me and walked out of the room. I had to go ask a nurse if he was finished with me. She checked and he had gone to the next appt.

Friendly and respectful. His nose kept popping over his mask.

He was very thorough explaining what was going to happen during surgery & why.

No bad experiences

Straight forward and honest answers to my questions. Discussed next procedure and exactly what needed to be done prior to any surgery.

Always in a hurry. A very good doctor, not much on bedside manner.

Businesslike, come right to the point, was very clear in his remarks

No bad, all good.

Felt like I was non important to him

Easily understood

I felt very uninformed about my surgery. I had no literature or information about what to expect.

Doctor did not seem particularly interested; did not explain carefully and at length my healing or future progress; he did answer all my questions though sparingly

Talked through the problems I am having with back and rt hip joint open and honest answered my questions

He is absolutely amazing he is kind and actually listened to me and explained so much to me

He didn't listen to me & interrupted me.

I would recommend him!

Listened to my concerns and explained everything I needed to know

Dr. Viljoen is an outstanding surgeon! I believe he has improved my quality of life due to his talented abilities.

Had to wait 2 hours after my scheduled appt. to get back in a room. Doctor was bland & didn't spend much time with me.

The doctor was great. He explained what needed to be explained and didn't waste time.

He was fine, he listened, would have liked a more thorough exam.

Skilled provider

Felt he had a god complex and dismissed my symptoms as not valid

Healthcare provided excellent.

Bedside manner could be better, some of the issues I was having I don't feel were heard or reasons explained, we covered the ongoing problem I've had, but I'm still unclear on what the issue that just came on is, I'm having new symptoms that I've not had, still afraid to do regular activities

I came for a consultation concerning a recent ER visit in my hometown. The care provider was very thorough and helpful in providing the information concerning my vertebra & the problem I was experiencing. I would not hesitate to make the 95 mile trip again!

Dr. Was very cold and uncaring, did not discuss with me of any options,. Just said what I had to do. Asked if their was a Dr. Closer to me that could to the procedure. Not something I would know. I drove 3 hrs to see this Dr. Expected to spend more than 5 minutes with him. He seemed like I was wasting his time and couldn't wait to get out of there.

Physician seemed annoyed, bothered.

Waited for over an hour in the room for the neurologist to show up, never discussed anything concerning the x-rays had no idea when I left What x-ray showed or didn't show. Mentioned that I was passing out and the neurologist stated I spine issues would have nothing to do with passing out. He did mention there are arteries in the back of a persons head going to their brain and that if there was a blockage surgery would have to be done to install the stent

Very helpful and conccerned

He was very detailed in his answers and explaining procedure. Hope he knows what he is saying will help my problems.

Provided a successful surgery that I am happy with. It would be good to explain more what the long-term effects will be and cautions needed to take to not end up with spinal again.

very professional

Real good, listened real well.

He was easy to talk to and knew my information

Very caring and professional.

Very friendly. Informative during appointments.

Professional.

Very good thorough visit. Communicated and conversed very well. Developed a plan for treatment and addressed all concerns. Very professional. Thank you.

Professional knowledgeable and informing.

He listened & answered all my questions.

Had neck problems. Not sure what to do now. Got a MRI my chemo dr. explained (as best he could?). I'm sure Dr. Viljoen is an EXCELLENT DR. Need people skills (sorry). He was very young, confident, and handsome though.

Seemed unimpressed.

Good Good

I had no problems with the doctor, he listened to what I had to say and was helpful

Dr Viljoen was excellent easy to talk to and done a great job describing all options and what he could do for my neck problems, I feel he's definitely the Dr I want to do my surgery