I cannot overemphasize my satisfaction! I came to Dr. M with a confirmed complex ovarian cyst, high CA-125 test and a lot of pain. Years. Decided to go with his specialty rather than my obgyn. Dr. M's affilation with one of my preferred hospitals (Fair Oaks INOVA) was a plus. Everything went so well, efficiently and with literally no pain. My large cyst removed & left ovary, he cleaned up years of severe endometriosis scar tissue which fused many organs to the others, warning signs neglected by my OBGYN. My recovery was so quick that the few days rest seemed like an overdue vacation, full range of motion and more than adequate follow up. I questioned what was done until I read the report wondering if the procedure was more minor. He is focused, precise and skilled. No cancer was a bonus. I highly recommend him and his practice to anyone facing this surgery. This was a breeze. My OBGYN has better bedside manner but he's lost a patient. I needed less coddling and more skill. Got it!

Submitted June 3, 2011

I don't know about this "resident" thing, but I had no residents at my surgery and everything went so well. I had fibroids removed and was home that day. I have just a little soreness and just one week later I am back to work and feeling great! Dr. MacKoul was so helpful and did an excellent job for me. I couldn't be happier! He is the best for fibroid surgery in this area, and I highly recommend him to anyone that needs fibroids removed. He understands all the issues and was thorough, understanding, and considerate. The BEST!

Submitted Oct. 15, 2010

After what this "doctor" did to my mother, I will never go to him even if he is the only gyn oncologist around. Before making an appointment with this doctor, do some research about him, there are plenty of places to look online. He is cold hearted and made decisions about my mother's health care without consulting with her. He gave up on her when she was still willing and ready to continue battling her cancer. He shoved a q-tip up in her that caused her excuriating pain and she had to go to the bathroom every 15 minutes after. Thank goodness she finally went to another doctor.

Submitted Sept. 2, 2010

Dr. Mackoul is a great surgeon. I had surgery on a Thursday and I was at the mall on Saturday, NO PAIN AT ALL. Never had to take any of the pain meds and I was back at my desk 6 days later. Thank GOD for Dr. Mackoul.

Submitted April 14, 2010

I had a hystertomy with May 09. Although he does not have the best bedside mannor I think he is an excellent doctor. He knows his stuff and does a very good job. I asked him to switch hospitals and he did. I think he is a very nice and caring man. If you want warm and fuss go someplace else. If you want a top-notch quality surgeon he's your guy. I highly recommend him.

Submitted Jan. 27, 2010

Dr. Mackoul is known to be a good surgeon with a horrible bedside manner. Unfortunately, he is intimidating and rude and becomes enraged when you ask simple questions. As far as his surgical expertise is concerned, I am having terrible complications following a hysterectomy. I regret allowing this man to operate on me.

Submitted Jan. 25, 2010

i came to Dr. Mackoul for a second opinion and explained that the surgery would be very simple and less invasive. He also assured me that I would be able to conceive normally and it won't hurt my chances of getting pregnant whereas my last doctor wrote me off and told me that I needed to hurry up and have kids ASAP if not my chances of losing my uterus were high... it's a year later after the surgery and i am doing fine.

Submitted Jan. 20, 2010

He is probably one of the best laparoscopic gyn-onc surgeons. If it can be done laparoscopically he can do it HOWEVER, he like many of the oncologists who deal with this dreaded disease, doesn't have a clue on how to work with the patient, to enlighten her, to give realistic expectations AND hope - to provide the team support that is so desperately needed. There is kind of a pat on the head "trust me" attitude and a real defensiveness if challenged. He obviously cares very deeply and works long hard hours, but ovarian cancer treatment is so much more than the poisons they pump into you. The experience is almost like visiting the dentist. There is no one there with a heart who can answer the scary questions and provide the emotional support.

Submitted Jan. 8, 2010

Dr. Mackoul has a terrible bedside manner. He was unfamiliar with my history even after talking with his colleague who referred me to him. He was rushed and generally seemed disinterested.

Submitted Oct. 31, 2009

I found Dr. MacKoul to be very helpful and knowledgeable. Granted, we had to wait a while to be seen, but that is to be expected with most doctors these days. His staff followed up with me one week later (as he said they would) and my surgery is scheduled for September. I've called his office several times and have always received prompt and courteous service.

Submitted Aug. 9, 2009