I wish I could give this no stars the staff is really rude they never called me for my apt they left me without my medication they over charge they only talked to me for 5 mins and made me pay the whole time he only talks about himself and when I want to talk about a topic he brushes it off like it’s nothing and his license should be revoked and he always pushes pills he wanted me to raise it even if I’m doing good he likes to push pills

Submitted Oct. 17, 2021

I'd give him less if I could. I went to him for a 9/11 related condition. I saw him for a couple of years. He talks too much. Is too quick to prescribe. Is full of himself and does not do medicine properly. I didn't need to know that his wife struggles with her weight for years, or that he got a new dog and he uses his family Dyson hair dryer to dry the dog after a bath or any of the other personal stuff he told me in my sessions. He is a Psychiatrist and isn't supposed to be talking personal stuff. I tolerated it. I thought he just wanted me comfortable so I could talk. My husband developed cognitive issues. I spoke to Rutstein about them and asked if he could help, being a Psychiatrist "neurologist" and all. He said sure. He never once mentioned he would be doing monthly therapy sessions with him. After many years of my suffering with an unknown illness that I complained to Rutstein about out at almost each session along with many hospitalizations, unnecessary procedures, testing and specialist and out of sheer frustration because doctors could not find anything I finally got a diagnosis and told him about it. I asked him to research it and familiarize himself with it. I asked him to speak with my husband about it and explain it to him because it put a lot of strain on my family. He didn't do it. After almost year of seeing Rutstein my husband left me. I was unable to walk because of my illness. When I asked Rutstein if he knew my husband was going to leave all he said was that he was not happy. His receptionist Marie was nervous and upset when I called crying. She said she told him not to see couples. I was almost suicidal because I was so dependant on my husband when when he left me. I could hardly walk, my vision was blurred and double so he had to drive me everywhere. I have no family here except my 21 year old daughter. I was so sick with now ANOTHER 9/11 related illness and now 9/11 cancer. I come to find out that Rutstein should have never seen my husband and I as patients. If my husband was unhappy with the marriage Rutstein was supposed to refer us to marriage counseling. In all the years I saw him he never mentioned counseling for my family issues. Instead my husband says that with Rutsteins help he was able to leave me. He planned in advance. Purchased a house and just up and left. He said he was going to see Rutstein the day he left me. I tried talking to Rutstein again because my husband forged my name on medical reimbursement checks to the tune of $25,000.00 that came in my name. A few were Medicare checks. I told Rutstein about them and that is when he got nervous. That is when he started to act like a psychiatrist. He didn't talk in my session after that. I'm certain my husband has some serious cognitive issues as well as depression. I trusted this man with me and my husband and he hurt us. Rutstein should be ashamed of himself for doing what he did. He isn't supposed to hurt people like this. Stay away!! this man is the epitome of kill them with kindness..

Submitted Jan. 20, 2020

I have been a patient of Dr. Rutstein's for several years and find him to be very knowledgeable, helpful and personable. Living with chronic conditions for over 30 years, I have had many psychiatrists and Dr Rutstein is certainly one of the better ones. He takes copious notes and reviews how you were doing on your last visit before going over how you are currently feeling. He is well versed in current medications and works with you to come up with a plan you are both happy with.

Submitted July 21, 2017

I've been trying for years to figure out what was causing my issues and why other doctor's recommendations didn't seem to help me at all. Dr. Rutstein spends an enormous amount of time and effort trying to understand your particular case and offering solutions. The complete opposite of psychiatrists who do nothing more than spend 5 minutes with you and then write you a random prescription for something. After several sessions, we finally seem to have gotten to the root of my problem. And the interesting thing is that it was exactly the opposite of what other psychiatrist had not even bothered to try to figure out. Finally feel like I'm getting my life back. Highly recommended. An extremely strong chance that he will get to the bottom of your true issues and then work to find the best individualized solution for you.

Submitted Feb. 5, 2017

Dr. Eric Rutstein is the very, very best in his field!

Submitted Aug. 22, 2015

I have been a patient of Dr. Rutstein's for over a year and find him to be a GREAT doctor, exceedingly gifted in his field. He is EXTREMELY knowledgeable when it comes to managing complicated cases (i.e. multiple disorders, disorders in addition to other medical conditions). He is incredibly educated in regards to medications AND their side effects. He has no problems in answering any questions or addressing any concerns you may have. If a particular side effect is a concern for you (i.e. weight gain, drowsiness) he does his best to find alternatives. He is very personable, which is rare, as generally psychiatrists tend to be very clinical. He spends a good amount of time with you, never making you feel rushed. He listens, asks questions, and asks your thoughts on things before he gives you his take. In my experience, he is not just concerned about making an illness or situation manageable, but in truly improving a patient's quality of life. His staff is friendly and very helpful.

Submitted Dec. 29, 2011