I wouldn't recommend this doctor. The ratings should tell any logical person to run for the hills.

Submitted July 18, 2021

Absolutely the worst doctor's visit. First, she could not keep up with the info that I sent over, asked to confirm the same appt multiple times. Then, during the visit, was unable to comprehend what I was saying about my medical history and the reason for the visit but seemed confused and suspicious, and soon became aggressive, nasty, paranoid, agitated, started interrogating me and accusing me of hiding things from her even though I clearly provided all the info in the forms and during the consultation. It didn't make any sense because I was only seeking the correct diagnosis. She said she was not going to work with me because I was not being truthful with her. She was unable to understand my statement about stopping one medication a long time ago and starting another just recently, but wanting a correct diagnosis and possibly a different treatment altogether. Somehow she interpreted it as a self-contradicting statement and therefore a lie, which she threw in my face. I think that her behavior with me was completely out of line, rude, offensive, and grossly unethical. She looked creepy while interrogating me. I felt attacked and left shaken. I think that something is very, very wrong with this woman, and she is the one needing treatment.

Submitted May 27, 2021

Probably the worst psychiatrist in NYC. AVOID HER AT ALL MEANS. SHE IS ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE. Negligent and spends max 3-4 mins with every patient. Cannot stress enough how terrible of a doctor she is.

Submitted March 14, 2018

You don't cure someone of alcoholism this sounds like a fake review either that or she convinced you she cured you of alcoholism which is impossible so that would mean she is a bad doctor. Dr. Packer is a terrible 'doctor' she is a pill pusher that's all. Avoid her.

Submitted Dec. 30, 2016

Dr. Packer is great! She cured me of alcoholism. I've been seeing her for six months and I couldn't be happier. Don't expect a touchy feely therapist - she's a medical doctor and she's going to quickly get to the bottom of your medical problems and fix you with pharmaceutical medications. She's got an old-school New York office, and she's a wonderful lady. Take advantage of her years of expertise and get yourself cured.

Submitted June 22, 2016

I found Dr. Packer to be very helpful - I am not sure what some of these other comments refer to , but I would recommend her to anyone who tskes their medical treatment seriously.

Submitted June 20, 2015

She 'treated' a family member for years until we realized that he was being over medicated... He lost his energy, slept for hours every day and because of his inability to stay awake and be motivated, he lost his job. When we finally confronted her she suggested a neurologist, indicating that he might have brain damage. His new psychiatrist immediately reduced the amounts of medication, and he was shocked she had suggested a neurologist. Soon after this he regained his energy and stopped sleeping so much. This woman behaved in a very unprofessional manner. She called the neurologist and discussed my relative with the doctor without my relative's permission. At the end she took to calling his home, texting and emailing him as she had not done ever before, and insisting that he see not just any neurologist, but the one she had demanded he visit.
You should be aware that she is compensated by pharmaceutical companies, check this and every doctor you visit on the government website which reveals the names of doctors who take compensation from drug companies: http://www.cms.gov/openpayments/

Submitted Dec. 26, 2014

Incredibly rude and hard to interact with. I've never met such an unpleasant person. She never gave any insight or said anything remotely helpful. Quack.

Submitted Oct. 3, 2014

I wished I had looked at these reviews before booking my appointment with Dr. Packer. I was sealing treatment for anxiety. Like other commenters have said, she was dismissive of my goals for treatment, and tried to push medication on me right away. I've been using an acupuncturist to help with some physical problems and stress, and she openly scoffed at the idea. I was 10 minutes late to my next appointment after being held up at work, but since my previous appointment started so late I did not think it would be an issue. When I arrived, I was told there was no time, and sorry, too bad. I was scolded for making her wait, and told to leave, because she had to go to a meeting. I understand doctors' time is valuable, and I was late, but if my appt. was at 1:30 and her meeting was at 1:45 eslwhere, was I about to pay a copay for a 2 minute session? I was scolded and berated in front of another patient. Never going back. An awful experience all around.

Submitted Aug. 8, 2012

Like most people have said on here, Packer is rude and unprofessional. She spends 15 minutes or less with her patients. She is routinely late, of up to 15 minutes because she runs a drug-mill, and doesn't have enough time to see each patient. She does not really know whats going on with her patients. She fixates on buzzwords from your personal life and reiterates them each time you see her, instead of actually knowing you as a patient. She prescribed a medication for me, for its off-label use, and I always wondered if it was okay to use. I don't trust her, and am glad that I am no longer seeing her. Her prescription refill policies are absurd - she will not call in refills and will charge you to have your pharmacy call her for a refill. All she cares about is money. PS I suspect many of the positive reviews of here on here are phony. I'm sure she trolls these websites to try to protect her reputation.

Submitted March 17, 2012