Having had successful colon surgery for adenocarcinoma with Dr Berger, I find some of the negative comments to be unfathomable . My experience was that Dr. Berger is a caring , candid , talented surgeon and is very efficient. I did not seek out Dr. Berger for his bedside manner although I personally found that to be just fine, I was looking for the best chance for a successful outcome which I received. The man knows what he is doing and is excellent at it.

Submitted July 7, 2016

Spent all of 5 minutes with me, seemed annoyed by questions. His office staff was confused about procedure I was having! Information sent to me after the fact, including some wrong information. Called his office 5 times without a call back. They said he was too busy. I guess he is too busy to be my surgeon. Finding another one promptly. That was scary! I hope MGH can do better than this!

Submitted May 24, 2016

2 hours late for my appointment, couldn't or wouldn't answer a question, and for someone who's been physically and emotionally abused since the age of 10, his empathy and bedside manner left MUCH to be desired. I have no desire to see this man ever again.

Submitted May 7, 2016

I was diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer in 2013. Dr. Berger is the surgeon on my MGH medical team. He explained my lengthy treatment plan with expertise, kindness and, above all, hope. I have had 4 surgeries, all successful and without complication. My family and I find his bedside manner to be compassionate and caring. I am thankful he is on my team.

Submitted Feb. 10, 2016

Dr. Berger diagnosed and fixed my hernia quickly and with precision. Minimal scarring. Great experience.

Submitted Nov. 14, 2015

I am just getting around to writing this review. I had my inguinal hernia repaired by Dr. Berger in 2014 at Mass General Hospital. I did a lot of research before choosing him. He is the energetic, confident type and is ready to rock n'roll on what ails you. I know some don't like that style. I like it. I don't even care about a surgeon's personality anyway. My main concern was that he excelled at the surgery I needed. And he does. His work for the Boston pro sports teams alone helps to prove that point. While others I know are still having problems months and years after their hernia repairs, not me, I am as good as new. Thanks, Dr. Berger!

Submitted July 20, 2015

When I was referred to him, Dr. Berger rushed through my surgical consultation and absolutely refused to answer a single one of my questions, pretty much pushing me out the door. When concerns about my complicated case arose later (as he never game me a chance to discuss them), my operation was promptly cancelled. I was told to follow up in his office, to reschedule it, but every appointment I made was cancelled at the last minute (by his receptionist). He would not even respond to calls from other doctors. Unprofessional, rude, and absolutely no compassion.

Submitted April 27, 2015

This guy saved my husband from being butchered at another facility. We just recently had a second surgery with him and all went extremely well. Love him and his staff.

Submitted Jan. 30, 2015

Dr. Berger performed surgery on my husband a couple of years ago when no other surgeon
would consider it do to his heart condition. He saved his life due to a abscess in his colon
which had gone undetected even though he had multiple scans due to severe diverticulitis.
My husband did end up with a colostomy ,which was unexpected but Dr. Berger made this
decision knowing that if he didn't and my husband had any problems with healing it could
be life threatening. My husband did have some issues, so the correct decision was made and
we have also decided not to reverse it. Dr. Berger knew how to handle this delicate situation
as my husband was very upset when he found out. He has learned to live with it, and there were no heart related issues with this surgery due to the many precautions taken and expertise of Dr. Berger. I would like to thank him and his wonderful staff for all they did.

Submitted Oct. 23, 2014

I had surgery two years ago by Dr. Berger with great success. Today, I had an appointment due to some pain I was having. Dr. Berger examined me thoroughly and made me feel very comfortable. I rate him as a top surgeon with a great patient regard. I highly recommend him.

Submitted Sept. 3, 2014